Seven (7) Senior Assistant Attorney-General
The Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC) is seeking to recruit suitably qualified persons to fill the following posts in its Head- Quarters (HQ) and Legal Services Units (LSUs):
1. Senior Assistant Attorney-General (JLG LO 5) one vacant post – Office of the Services Commissions (LSU) - salary range $4,106,187 - $4,880,966 per annum and any allowance(s) attached to the post.
2. Senior Assistant Attorney-General (JLG LO 5) one vacant post – Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade (LSU). Salary range $4,106,187 - $4,880,966 per annum and any allowance(s) attached to the post.
3. Senior Assistant Attorney-General (JLG LO 5) one vacant post – Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce (LSU). Salary range $4,106,187 - $4,880,966 per annum and any allowance(s) attached to the post.
4. Senior Assistant Attorney-General (JLG LO 5) one vacant post – Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries (LSU). Salary range $4,106,187 - $4,880,966 per annum and any allowance(s) attached to the post.
5. Senior Assistant Attorney-General (JLG LO 5) - one vacant post – Ministry of Justice LSU). Salary range $4,106,187 - $4,880,966 per annum and any allowance(s) attached to the post.
6. Senior Assistant Attorney-General (JLG LO 5) one vacant post – Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation (LSU). Salary range $4,106,187 - $4,880,966 per annum and any allowance(s) attached to the post.
7. Senior Assistant Attorney-General (JLG LO 5)
four posts – 2 vacant and 2 non-vacant - Litigation and State Proceedings Division (HQ). Salary range $4,106,187 - $4,880,966 per annum and any allowance(s) attached to the post.
1. Senior Assistant Attorney-General (JLG LO 5) LSUs
JOB PURPOSE:
Under the general direction of the Permanent Secretary with technical oversight from the assigned Deputy Solicitor-General in the Attorney-General’s Chambers (Headquarters), the Head of Legal Services coordinates the legislation programme as well as serves as Chief Legal Counsel for the Ministry and provides legal support to its Departments and Agencies, in order to assist the entities to achieve their strategic objectives. The Head of Legal Services is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Legal Service Unit. Instructions on the legal priorities of the Ministry as well as oversight of the work of the Legal Services Unit are the responsibility of the Permanent Secretary.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
• Excellent legal research and analytical skills;
• In-depth and extensive knowledge of the Laws of Jamaica and the broad field of Public Law and Public International Law;
• Highly developed knowledge of the mandate, objectives, strategies, policies, and environment of the Ministry and its Departments and Agencies;
• Excellent knowledge of the legal system and the legal framework of Government;
• Ability to analyse and interpret changes in the economic, political and social environment and the legal implications to the operations of the Ministry;
• Excellent interpersonal and team management skills;
• Excellent leadership skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication including presentation skills and the ability to communicate legal information in a manner which can be understood by decision makers and users;
• Ability to exercise sound judgement and convictions of purpose in unfavourable or unpopular situations;
• Problem solving and negotiation/facilitation skills and experience;
• An excellent understanding of the machinery of government, including particularly the Jamaican context and the current challenges facing the GOJ;
• Energy and resilience; the personal capacity to see the bigger picture and be able to navigate obstacles, ambiguity and change;
MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor of Laws Degree
• Legal Education Certificate
• At least eight (8) years’ experience as a practising Attorney.
2. Senior Assistant Attorney-General (JLG LO 5) – Litigation and State Proceedings Division
JOB PURPOSE
Under the general direction and leadership of the Deputy Solicitor-General – Litigation and State Proceedings, the Senior Assistant Attorney-General – Litigation, guides direct reports; prepares for and conducts trials and advises on pleadings and other court filings for a range of complex legal claims brought by or against the GOJ. The incumbent also assists in the management of the Litigation and State Proceedings Division.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
Core
• Excellent interpersonal and team management skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong leadership skills
• Strong customer relations skills
• Excellent planning and organizational skills
• Excellent judgement and decision-making skills
• Ability to influence and motivate others
• Proficiency in the use of relevant computer applications.
Technical
• Excellent legal research and analytical skills;
• In-depth and extensive knowledge of the Laws of Jamaica and the broad field of law or practice relating to advocacy and litigation;
• Excellent knowledge of the English legal system and the legal framework of Government;
• Ability to analyse and interpret changes in the economic, political and social environment and the legal implications to the operations of the GOJ;
• Excellent presentation and advocacy skills;
• Excellent written and verbal communication including the ability to communicate legal information in a manner which can be understood by decision makers and users;
• Ability to exercise sound judgement and convictions of purpose in unfavourable or unpopular situations;
• Problem solving and negotiation/facilitation skills and experience;
• An excellent understanding of the machinery of government, including particularly the Jamaican context and the current challenges facing the GOJ;
• Good strategic and analytical skills to enable them to advise on complex issues;
• Good organisational and personal leadership: the ability to orchestrate strategic outcomes; the ability to lead collaboratively and manage significant change in large and complex organisations; the ability to manage and engage high performing top teams that deliver within a budget, in a complex environment;
• Ability to create commitment to a strong and consistent customer service philosophy;
• Energy and resilience; the personal capacity to see the bigger picture and be able to navigate obstacles, ambiguity and change;
• Advanced IT skills in relation to Word, PowerPoint, Excel and MS Project and associated legal software.
MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) Degree
• Legal Education Certificate
• At least eight (8) years post-qualification experience as a trial lawyer.
Please visit the Ministry of Justice’s website at moj.gov.jm for more information on the job opportunities.
All applications along with resumes should be submitted on or before May 4, 2022 to the:
We thank all applicants for their interest but only those shortlisted will be contacted.
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