General Manager, Legal Services

The Development Bank of Jamaica (DBJ) invites applications from self-motivated and results-oriented individuals to provide the overall leadership, direction, and operations of the Legal Services Division

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 

a)       Lead/provide the necessary legal input on all transaction and contractual negotiations; and is responsible for protecting the Bank’s interests in the documentation used in securing loans   grants, guarantees/collateral, contracts, tenders, guarantees, divestment of entities and investments on behalf of the Bank.

b)      Draft, vet, review, negotiate and provide advice on the implementation of all agreements, contracts, and other instruments.

c)       Ensure the Bank is legally protected in all its transactions with clients and other third parties.

d)      Manage the Bank’s litigation portfolio utilizing case management procedures with accurate assessment of potential liability and exposure.

e)      Oversees the retention and work of outside counsel and consultants, review and approve billings and cost.

f)        Lead the review, research, and preparation, both written and oral opinions, on a wide variety of legal issues.

g)       Organize and establish day-to-day management of the Bank’s legal team and processes in line with agreed objectives, policies and procedures and the Bank’s strategic plans.

h)      Lead the provision of legal advice to management and staff in all areas of the Bank’s activities and in proffering solutions to legal problems, constraints, risks, options, consequences, and approaches.

The required minimum qualifications, experiences and attributes are: 

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
• Certificate in Legal Education
• Master’s in Business Administration would be an asset.
• Familiarity with: Public Bodies Administration & Accountability Act, Financial Administration & Audit Act & the Public Procurement Act.

• Skilled in drafting legal documents/instruments.
• Highly developed oral and written communication skills – ability to present and clearly explain statements of fact and the law logically.

• A strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively at all levels.
• Strong analytical, negotiating, and critical thinking skills with the ability to deal with legal and non-legal issues.
• Attention to detail and ability to handle complex transactions.
• Must be proactive, with the ability to prioritize work and to consistently meet deadlines.
• Ten (10) years’ post qualification experience in corporate and/or commercial law, loan documentation, and conveyancing
• Experience at a law firm, and/or a major corporation – preferably in the financial sector.

 Qualified applicants are invited to submit their applications by May 4, 2025