VACANCY AT THE LEGAL DEPARTMENT
Overview
The Nevis Island Administration, Ministry of Human Resources, on behalf of the Legal Department, invites applications to fill the role of LEGAL COUNSEL.
Responsibilities
The Legal Counsel will be expected to:
- Identify and monitor emerging legal developments, and regulatory requirements and adjust accordingly
- Provide advice on contentious and litigation matters and mitigate legal risks
- Provide strategic legal advice to senior management and represent the NIA in legal proceedings
- Assist with the drafting and maintenance of corporate policies and procedures
- Negotiate and draft contracts and agreements
- Litigating matters on behalf of the Nevis Island Administration (NIA)
- Preparing Leases, Crown Grants, Memorandum of Transfers, Deeds Caveats, Order of Withdrawal of Caveats, Instruments of Appointments and other Legal Documents
- Preparing Advice/Legal Opinions upon the request of Permanent Secretaries and/or Department Heads
- Reviewing Marriage Applications and supporting documents
- Complete ongoing Legal research relative to legal opinions and court matters
- Drafting letters and court documents
- Report to the Senior Legal Counsel
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law with a Legal Education Certificate. At least five (5) years legal experience
- A high degree of professional ethics and integrity
- A commitment to excellent performance; ability to work under pressure and manage time effectively
- Ability to provide sound legal analysis, exercise good judgment and provide actionable recommendations
- Team Player – ability to work collaboratively with senior staff in legal and other disciplines
- A track record of preparing high quality, influential legal advice
- Experience in developing and implementing significant legal research projects
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with meticulous attention to detail
- Good interpersonal skills – proactively solves problems and makes decisions
Salary
The proposed salary scale is N35-N42.
Location
Applicants must forward their Letters of Interest; Curriculum Vitae; Certificates of Qualifications; and a completed Employment Application Form (forms can be requested via email) by February 21st, 2025, to:
- Mailing Address: Mr. Kevin Barrett, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Human Resources, Nevis Island Administration, Social Security Building, Pinney’s Industrial Site.
- Contact Number: (869) 469-5521 Ext. 5161/5163/5160
Conclusion
The Nevis Island Administration is an equal opportunities employer, and all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We look forward to receiving your application.
FAQs
- What is the deadline for submitting applications?
- February 21st, 2025
- How do I obtain the Employment Application Form?
- Forms can be requested via email
- What is the proposed salary scale?
- N35-N42
- Where should I send my application?
- Mailing Address: Mr. Kevin Barrett, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Human Resources, Nevis Island Administration, Social Security Building, Pinney’s Industrial Site.
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