EASTERN CARIBBEAN
JUSTICE OF APPEAL
CLOSING DATE: 27 JUNE 2025
To be based at the Headquarters of the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court in Saint Lucia. Applicants will hear appeals in all Member States and Territories of the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court in accordance with the Schedule of Sittings of the Court of Appeal.
Applicants for the position of Justice of Appeal must (a) be or have been for a period or periods amounting in the aggregate to not less than 5 years a judge of a court of unlimited jurisdiction in civil and criminal matters in some part of the Commonwealth or a court having jurisdiction in appeals from such a court; or (b) be qualified to practise as an advocate in such a court, and has so practised for a period or periods amounting in the aggregate to, not less than 15 years.
Applicants are also expected to possess a high level of personal integrity and if successful are expected to subscribe to the Code of Ethics of the Judiciary of the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court.
SALARY: Remuneration package available upon request.
Interested persons may download an application package from the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court’s Website – www.eccourts.org or request in writing from:
The Secretary
Judicial and Legal Services Commission
P.O. Box 1093
The Waterfront
Castries
Saint Lucia, West Indies
Telephone: [758] 457-3600
Email: jlsc@eccourts.org
Deadline for receipt of applications: Friday, 27th June 2025.
Note: Only suitably qualified applicants will be acknowledged. The Commission does not bind itself to make an appointment from among those persons who apply.
Application Form and Guide – Justice of Appeal – June 2025
Guide for Referees – Justice of Appeal – June 2025
Referee Assessment Form – Justice of Appeal – June 2025
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Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for appointment to the post of
Registrar
Registry of Companies within the Attorney General’s Chambers, Saint Lucia.
CLOSING DATE: Friday, 11th July 2025.
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE : Registrar
Registry of Companies and Intellectual Property
REPORTS TO : Attorney General
SUPERVISES : All Staff
CLASSIFICATION : Grade 18
A RELATIONSHIP AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for the regulation of the Companies and Intellectual Property sector, general management and supervision of the Registry of Companies and Intellectual Property.
- Works under the direction of and reports to the Attorney General and the Permanent Secretary.
B DUTIES AND TASKS
- Ensure regulation of the Companies and Intellectual Property sector, in accordance with legislation.
- Ensure timely and efficient registration of Companies and Intellectual Property matters as appropriate.
- Conduct hearings, as appropriate.
- Ensure efficient running of the Companies and Intellectual Property Registry.
- Prepare opinions and provide legal advice to the Government of Saint Lucia, through the Attorney General.
- Provide general supervision and management of the staff and office.
- Assist with the preparation of the Attorney General’s Chambers contributions to the Estimates of Revenue and Expenditure.
- Assist in the organizing of meetings, conferences conferences/seminars in relation to the role of the Department and represent the Attorney General as required.
- Develop and execute a public awareness programme for the Registry.
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Attorney General, Solicitor General/Permanent Secretary.
C CONDITIONS
- Maintain a vehicle for the proper performance of duties.
- Office accommodation provided.
- Institutional support provided consistent with appropriate civil service regulations and departmental guidelines.
- Opportunities exist for personal development, career advancement and training.
- Salary is in accordance with Public Service guidelines.
- This post is non-pensionable.
D EVALUATION METHOD
Work performance will be evaluated on the basis of the following:
- Timely completion of assignments and meeting task deadlines.
- Demonstration of sound administrative and supervisory capabilities and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge and understanding of the Laws of St. Lucia, relating to Companies, Intellectual Property and Public Service Regulations.
- Effective implementation of duties, responsibilities and assignments as defined in the job description.
E SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
- A working knowledge of the structure of the Public Service and of the Civil Service administrative policies and procedures, and the ability to apply civil service rules and regulations.
- Ability to plan and organize work and prepare clear and concise reports.
- Ability to mobilize staff in order to meet deadlines.
- Professional legal qualifications.
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships with all staff and external stakeholders.
- A sound knowledge of the Laws of St. Lucia.
- Ability to analyse issues and recommend appropriate solutions.
- Good interpersonal skills.
F QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
A Masters degree in Law majoring in Intellectual Property Law or Corporate Law plus a Legal Education Certificate with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience in a post at Grade 17.
OR
A Masters degree in Law majoring in Intellectual Property Law or Corporate Law plus a Legal Education Certificate with a minimum of three (5) years’ professional legal experience.
OR
A Bachelors degree in Law along with a certificate or diploma in Intellectual Property Law or Corporate Law and a Legal Education Certificate with a minimum of four (4) years’ experience in a post at Grade 17.
G SALARY AND ALLOWANCES
Basic salary is at the rate of EC 89,008.66 per annum plus the following allowances per annum:
Legal Allowance $18,000.00
Travel $8,808.00
Telephone $291.00
Salary and allowances are exempt from income tax.
Applications, accompanied by two references and certified copies of documents pertaining to qualifications, should be addressed to:
The Secretary
Judicial and Legal Services Commission
2nd Floor, Heraldine Rock Building
The Waterfront
P.O. Box 1093
Castries
Saint Lucia, W.I.
to reach her no later than Friday, 11th July 2025.
NB: Applications may also be submitted via email to jlsc@eccourts.org. Unsuitable candidates will not be acknowledged. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications and experience may not be considered for an interview. Only the candidates with the best qualifications and experience will be shortlisted for interview.