Crown Counsel

Job description

Role Responsibilities 1. Develop and maintain a sound, in-depth knowledge of global and Virgin Islands legal, regulatory and policy frameworks and best practices in anti-money laundering, CFT and PF, including related assessments of the Virgin Islands. 2. Provide legal advice and analysis to Government Ministries and Departments, and attend meetings to provide legal assistance on AML/CFT/PF matters. 3. Serve as Counsel in the Courts, particularly concerning AML/CFT/PF matters. 4. Prepare cases, opinions, legal communications, and documents, including managing document preparation, filing, and service. 5. Respond or collaborate on responses to domestic and international questionnaires concerning AML/CFT/PF matters. 6. Prepare and manage outgoing requests for legal assistance and advise on incoming letters of request when required. 7. Provide legal advice to Ministries and Departments, and attend meetings to assist in legal matters. 8. Attend /Participate in relevant workshops and seminars and assist with presentations. 9. Prepare for and attend any stage of domestic and international AML/CFT/PF assessments, including collaboration with other domestic stak eholders. 10. Assist senior Counsel in the management of cases. 11. Perform any other related duties as required by Supervisor or any other senior officer in order to contribute to the effectiveness and efficiency of the Department. Qualifications - External Minimum Qualifications & Experience - Bachelor of Laws Degree or equivalent - Certificate of Legal Education or Bar Professional Training Course Certificate (BPTC) - Admitted to the BVI Bar or imminent Call or other common law Bar qualifications - Qualification in AML/CFT or compliance a plus Knowledge & Skills - Expert knowledge of Government structure, policies and procedures - Expert knowledge of global anti-money laundering/ legal and regulatory framework, and best practice - experience in implementation preferred - Expert knowledge of global CFT/PF legal and regulatory frameworks and best practice - Expert knowledge of the Government’s vision and strategy for anti-money laundering, terrorist financing and proliferation financing - Strong critical thinking, analytical thinking, negotiating, interpersonal and organisational skills - Strong ability to communicate clearly and concisely in writing and verbally - Expert knowledge of the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court Rules - Sound knowledge of applicable statutes and statutory interpretation - Sound knowledge of and experience in Court proceedings - Ability to master and interpret legislation - Sound knowledge of the use of standard office equipment - Ability to work under pressure