The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited is governed by applicable laws, a Mission Statement / Core Values and ethical business practices.  The Group is compliant with corporate governance policies adopted by the Board of Directors, including Terms of Reference for all Board Committees Group-wide. Collectively, these corporate governance policies, Terms of Reference, compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, and its Mission Statement / Core Values make up the corporate governance framework of the Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited.

The President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), senior management and other employees, with oversight by the Board of Directors, conduct the business of the Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited in the best interests of the shareholders. 

The Bank takes its responsibility to its shareholders, clients and employees very seriously, committing to best corporate governance practices and to act in the best interests of all.