Senior Crown Council

1 week ago

Clerkenwell, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

If you’re a qualified Solicitor or Barrister with a flair for both litigation and advisory work, we have a unique opportunity for you. Help shape the governance of a vibrant British Overseas Territory while enjoying generous benefits, relocation support, and the adventure of island life on the Ascension Islands

Senior Crown Council
Ascension Island

*    Full-time role
*    Accompanied Status Contract
*    Total package value up to £67,542 per annum (details below)

What we offer:

In addition to a competitive salary of up to £51,515, AIG offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you throughout your stay:

*    Accommodation: Rent-free, furnished housing (valued at £3,000 per annum, taxable)
*    Food & Utilities Allowances: £7,560 p.a. (accompanied) or £3,780 p.a. (single), plus electricity and water allowances
*    Travel: Relocation assistance, one mid-contract return journey, and annual travel insurance
*    Healthcare: Free primary dental and medical care on Ascension, with off-island medical referrals
*    Education: Free schooling for dependent children (ages 4-16)
*    Additional Perks: 30 days’ annual leave, nine public holidays, gratuity on contract completion, death-in-service insurance

What you’ll do:

You’ll provide a full range of legal services to the Ascension Island Government (AIG) and be an active participant in the government’s Senior Management Team.  Through the provision of strategic legal advice, you’ll support the AIG’s Directorates to achieve their objectives and contribute to the good governance of the island by taking a proactive approach to the identification, mitigation, and management of legal risks. 

You’ll be responsible for managing any litigation brought against or by the Government, including civil and employment litigation, as well as acting as the prosecuting authority in respect of criminal matters.  You’ll also provide legal support for the government’s legislative agenda, in particular providing legal advice on policy development, liaising with external lawyers on legislative drafting, and supporting post-legislative implementation.

About you:

As a Solicitor or Barrister with at least five years of post-qualification experience, including both litigation and advisory work, you’ll be knowledgeable, adaptable, and resilient with a high level of personal integrity.  You’ll bring the experience of managing the competing demands of a busy practice, the ability to prioritise effectively and work under minimal supervision, and with responsibility for delivering to deadlines on key and often complex legal issues.

What’s it like to work on Ascension?

Ascension Island is a small volcanic island in the South Atlantic, part of the UK Overseas Territory of Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha. The Ascension Island Government (AIG) supports the island’s unique, diverse community, delivering essential services, governance, and programs in a remote, warm, and resilient environment. Here, you’ll find a collaborative community with a distinct, adventurous spirit, all surrounded by breathtaking landscapes and the vast Atlantic Ocean.

The appointment will be subject to:

*    Satisfactory employment references
*    Enhanced Criminal Records Check
*    Satisfactory Medical and Dental Clearance

How to apply for the role:

If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today and you will be directed to the company website where you will be able to submit an application form.

Closing date: 29 November 2024

Interviews: Early December 2024 (Teams or Skype)

No agencies please.

Other suitable skills and experience include Public Law Solicitor, Government Legal Advisor, Civil Litigation Solicitor, Criminal Prosecutor, In-House Counsel, Policy Advisor, Legislative Drafter, Crown Counsel, Employment Law Specialist, Legal Consultant

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