syndic

noun3

1. •
   A government official having different duties depending on the country; also, a magistrate, especially one of the Chief Magistrates of Geneva, Switzerland.

   • The Bailiffes and Syndicks of Merindoll appeare the second time. — 1610
2. •
   (UK) An agent of a corporation, or of any body of people engaged in a business enterprise; specifically, in the University of Cambridge, a member of the senate appointed to carry out specific duties.

   • In France, syndics are appointed by the creditors of a bankrupt to manage the property.
   • The University of Cambridge has syndics who are chosen from the senate to transact special business, such as the regulation of fees and the framing of laws.
3. •
   A layperson who is given official responsibility for the finances, care, and civil administration of the nonreligious details of a convent or religious community.