Senior Legal Counsel

The Senior Legal Counsel provides legal assistance and advice on all matters pertaining to the functioning of the Commission.

A. Job Summary
  
The Senior Legal Counsel provides legal assistance and advice on all matters pertaining to the functioning of the Commission with particular reference to the Securities Act, 2012 and other governing/ related legislation. 


B. Responsibilities / Accountabilities
 
•	Provides legal advice to the Commission on all legal issues arising out of the Commission’s fulfillment of its mandate.
•	Researches, reviews and analyses case materials such as reports, files and correspondence.
•	Participates in planning the work programme of the Division. 
•	Provides assistance to the Lead Counsels in reviewing the work of the junior legal counsels while providing guidance and advice on legal matters.
•	Examines and analyses local and international legal procedural issues in collaboration with local and overseas legal experts in order to implement appropriate enforcement practices in accordance with the Commission’s regulatory mandate.
•	Reviews and assists in the drafting of proposed legislation with a view to determining the suitability of such draft legislation for the regulation of the securities market and makes recommendations for amendment of the current legislation where required. 
•	Reviews draft proposed by-laws and recommends the prioritization of additional draft by-laws where necessary. 
•	Appears before hearing panels of the Commission and the law Courts of Trinidad & Tobago as an advocate on behalf of the Commission.
•	Performs other job-related duties as may be required. 
 
C. Minimum Qualifications and Experience

•	Bachelor of Law Degree from a recognized Institution.
•	Eight (8) years’ experience as a practicing Attorney at Law.
•	Legal Education Certificate or equivalent from a recognized Institution.
•	Admission to practice law in Trinidad and Tobago.
•	Experience as an advocate in the civil or criminal court would be an asset.
•	Experience as an attorney in a Financial Institution would be an asset.
•	Any other equivalent combination of education, training and experience would be considered.

D.Competencies

Technical Competencies:

•	Working knowledge of the securities legislation and other related laws.  
•	Proficiency in rendering written, legal opinions and drafting of legal agreements
•	Strong Legal research skills
•	Understanding of Corporate/Commercial Law
•	Strong planning and organizational skills
•	Strong communication and presentation skills
•	Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Behavioural Competencies:

•	Integrity
•	Teamwork / Cooperation
•	Initiative / Drive
•	Customer Oriented 
•	Achievement Oriented 
•	Interpersonal Understanding
•	Analytical Thinking
•	Relationship Building

E.  Key Contacts

•	Internal: 	All Heads of Divisions/Departments

•	External:	Ministry of Finance, other Regulators (locally and internationally), Government Ministries and Departments, International bodies, and Legal Counsels (locally and internationally)

Salary Range:TT$17,682 - TT$27,347

The Commission thanks you for your interest, however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.