Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, November 04, 2021 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:

Judicial Service of Ghana
Judicial Service of Ghana invites applications from suitably qualified Ghanaians for the following position: Head of Legal Department

Reports directly to: Judicial Secretary Supervises: Senior/Legal Officers

Duties and Responsibilities
• Preparing and filing writs, pleadings, submissions, statements of cases, witness statements, and other Court/ legal processes both for and against the Institution.
• Representing the Institution in Court and other fora such as the Labour Commission, etc. when necessary.
• Advising on civil matters such as high-profile cases that should be referred to the external lawyers of the institution.
• Liaising with the external lawyers of the institution in the discharge of their obligations to the Institution.
• Advising on statutory compliances. Researching and preparing legal opinions on civil matters affecting the institution
• Drafting and/ or reviewing legal letters, contracts, and agreements for and on behalf of the Institution and monitoring legal obligations under agreements to ensure compliance.

Qualification Required & Experience
• LLB/BA and Qualifying Certificate in Law.
• Must be on the Roll of Lawyers and a member of the Ghana Bar Association in good standing.
• A Master’s in Public Administration or MBA would be an advantage.
• A high moral character with proven Integrity
• Must be highly proficient in the use of ICT tools.


Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

{module 317}

Job application procedure

Qualified applicants should apply and attach their CVS, relevant certificates, and the names, addresses, and contact details of three (3) referees to:
The Judicial Secretary
Judicial Service of Ghana
Supreme Court Administration Block
P. O. Box 119
Accra

All Jobs

QUICK ALERT SUBSCRIPTION

{module 321}