Legal Officer

The Jamaica Stock Exchange (“JSE”) and its subsidiaries (Jamaica Central Securities Depository (“JCSD”) and JCSD Trustee Services (“JCSDTS”)) seek to identify a highly motivated professional to fill the position of Legal Officer in the Legal Services Division.

JOB OPPORTUNITY

Reporting to the Manager – Legal Services/Company Secretary – JSE, the successful candidate’s responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

1)     Assisting the Legal Services Department, in providing legal advice and counsel on the handling of all legal matters involving the provision of trustee, registrar, depository and corporate secretarial services and any other service as provided by the JSE and its subsidiaries.

2)     Providing legal advice to the JCSDTS in respect to deposits, sales, encashment, reconciliation and other activities, as required for the safe custody of funds and other assets held in trust.

3)     Assisting in the updates, preparation and implementation of Rules, Policies & Procedures for the JSE and its subsidiaries.

4)     Assisting in drafting and review of legal documents including trust deeds, promissory notes and bonds, agreements and other legal documents as required. 

5)     Review draft Resolutions, Notices and Agendas of Noteholder’s meetings.

6)     Assist the Manager – Legal Services, in analyzing legal matters including matters relating to enforcement.

7)     Submitting proposals for settlement of claims on behalf of JCSDTS as Trustee.

8)     Attending Noteholders’ and Investors’ meetings, where applicable, to provide legal advice to the JCSDTS.

9)     Preparing and filing Annual Returns and other documents with the Companies’ Office for JSE and its subsidiaries on a timely basis.

10)  Conducting legal research.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

(i)      Bachelors of Laws Degree (LLB) or equivalent

(ii)     Legal Education Certificate

(iii)    A minimum of three (3) years experience in Contract and Corporate law, Law of Probate, Trust and Association. 

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

(i)      Knowledge of the Securities Act

(ii)     Sound knowledge of the administrative functions of Collective Investment Schemes, including Unit Trust Funds

(iii)    Sound knowledge of FSC Guidelines, Trustee Regulations and Unit Trusts Act

(iv)    Sound knowledge of Jamaica Stock Exchange and Jamaica Central Securities Depository Rules & Regulations

(v)     Functional knowledge of the duties of a Registrar Officer

(vi)    Knowledge of the operations of Capital Markets

(vii)   Knowledge of Corporate Secretarial Services

Specialised Techniques/Learned Disciplines

(i)      Strong Communication, Planning & Organization Skills

(ii)     Strong analytical, research, drafting and interpretative skills

(iii)    Ability to interact effectively with individuals at all levels

(iv)    Ability to prioritize tasks and operate with minimum supervision

(v)     Competent in the use of Microsoft Office Suite

Suitably qualified candidates are invited to submit applications with detailed resume, no later than October 22,2024 

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.