The Real Estate Board invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the following post: Legal Officer
Job Summary
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Officer is responsible for providing legal advice and services for the REAJ including preparation of legal documents and initiating prosecutions on behalf of the REAJ.
Salary
- Basic Salary starting at $2,927,649.00 p.a.
- Full Upkeep of $894,924.00 (with a motor car)
- Library Allowance - $175,346.00
- Robing Allowance - $120,435.00
- Laundry Allowance - $32,820.00
Key Duties
- Provides legal advice to the Board, CEO and other members of staff on the interpretation and application of laws impacting the organization.
- Provides legal protection and risk management advice.
- Provides input for the drafting of Cabinet Submissions, Legislation Committee Submissions and assists with the vetting of Cabinet Submissions prepared by the Departments and provides feedback to respective personnel before submission to cabinet.
- Represents the organization at meetings and conferences where matters with legal implications are considered.
- Represents the organization in the Courts as required, negotiates and recommends out of court settlements as necessary.
- Recommends amendments to required Acts and Regulations, advises on legal implication for any proposal formulation; liaises with external legal counsel in drafting appropriate amendments.
- Provides and interprets legal information, conducts training and disseminates appropriate legal requirements to staff.
- Prepares and reviews contracts, tenders, agreement for lease or sale of property and legal documents and advises on the legal implications of proposed clauses in contracts being negotiated.
- Reviews and provides advice on legal implications of internal policies and procedures including human resource management issues.
- Prepares annual/quarterly and general progress reports as required.
- Participates in meetings, seminars and workshops as required.
Required Competencies:
Core:
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Integrity and confidentiality
- Sound negotiating skills
- Sound analytical skills and judgement
- Attention to detail
- Good networking skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Excellent time management and organizing skills
Technical:
- Excellent knowledge of the Acts administered by the Real Estate Authority.
- Sound knowledge of conveyancing and commercial law.
- Sound knowledge of the legislative process and administrative law.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor of Laws Degree
- Certificate in Legal Education
- At least three (3) years’ experience in litigation.
- At least two (2) years’ related experience within a corporate environment and law relating to government practice.
Application and Deadline:
Applications addressed to the Chief Executive Officer, should be made online no later than January 21, 2022 Click Here to Apply Now
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only short-listed candidates will be contacted
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