Job Summary:
The incumbent is responsible for the conduct of conveyancing transactions, the preparation and vetting of contracts and rendering advice and opinions on all aspects of contracts including amendments thereto, the rendering of general legal advice and opinion on land related matters, company law, contract law and all matters of a legal nature affecting the Corporation.
The ideal candidate should have:
Specific Knowledge, Qualification and Experience
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LLB Degree
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Certificate in Legal Education
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Certificate of enrolment to the Jamaican Bar
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A minimum of 7 years experience in conveyancing, Contract/Commercial law and construction law
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Expert knowledge of conveyancing and land law
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Expert knowledge of contract law
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Sound knowledge of company law and legislation governing UDC
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Knowledge of changes in legislation
Required Skills and Specialized Techniques
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Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written formats
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Excellent human relation skills
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Skills in opinion writing
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Effective Management skills
Applications with Curriculum Vitae should be sent no later than October 4, 2026 to:
The Director
Human Resource
Urban Development Corporation
12 Ocean Boulevard
Kingston
or
e-mail to: careers@udcja.com
We thank all applicants for their interest but wish to advise that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.