Ministry of Works and Infrastructure
San Juan
Job Description
The incumbent is required to perform professional legal work in a Ministry/Department. Duties include appearing in court, providing legal advice and opinions, and drafting legal documents on matters involving the Ministry/Department. Depending on assignment, the incumbent may be required to perform some or the full range of the duties of the position.<div><br></div><div>&nbsp;Senior Legal Officer or designated officer</div><div><br></div><div><br></div>
Key and Critical Responsibilities
Represents the Ministry/Department in court and before tribunals.<div> Advises on legal issues relating to the administration, interpretation and enforcement of laws relative to the Ministrys/Departments operations.</div><div> Drafts complex legal documents including contracts, leases and agreements.</div><div> Provides legal opinions and briefs in respect of complex legal issues.</div><div> Prepares instructions for submission to state central legal agencies on legal matters involving the state.</div><div> Performs court cases preparation work such as interviewing witnesses, taking depositions and preparing pre-trials briefs and draft pleadings for filing.</div><div> Assists in planning, directing, coordinating and formulating legal policies and programmes of the Ministry/Department.</div><div> Conducts research and analysis, and reports on legal matters pertinent to the Ministrys/Departments operation.</div><div> Conducts or participates in negotiations/consultations with external/internal parties.</div><div> Participates in or conducts the review of existing legislation rules and regulations related to the Ministry/Department and recommends/drafts appropriate amendments.</div><div> Represents the Ministry/Department on committees and meetings and other fora.</div><div> Prepares Cabinet/Ministerial Notes, memoranda, letters and other documents on legal matters.</div><div> Performs other duties as required.</div><div><br></div><div><br></div>
Key Competencies
<div><span style="letter-spacing: 0.4px;"> Considerable knowledge of the Laws of Trinidad and Tobago.</span></div><div> Knowledge of legal principles and practices.</div><div> Knowledge of the laws and regulations pertinent to the Ministrys/Departments operations.</div><div> Knowledge of legal drafting principles and practices.</div><div> Knowledge of legal research skills and techniques</div><div> Knowledge of the court procedures and practices and of rules of evidence.</div><div> Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite.</div><div> Skill in the use of personal computers.</div><div> Skill in drafting legal documents/instruments.</div><div> Skill in negotiation, mediation and arbitration.</div><div> Ability to use e-Government technology platforms</div><div> Ability to use the internet for research purposes.</div><div> Ability to analyse and interpret laws and regulations.</div><div> Ability to present and explain statements of fact and the law logically, orally and in writing.</div><div> Ability to maintain confidentiality.</div><div> Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, colleagues and members of the public.</div><div><br></div><div>MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:</div><div> Minimum of four (4) years experience as a practicing Attorney at Law.</div><div> Bachelor of Law Degree from a recognized institution.</div><div> Legal Education Certificate or equivalent from a recognized institution.</div><div> Admission to practice Law in Trinidad and Tobago.</div><div><br></div><div><br></div>