Ministry of Legal Affairs seeks Solicitor General

Post of Solicitor General Government of St. Vincent and the Grenadines Ministry of Legal Affairs Post of Solicitor General Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the post of Solicitor General, Ministry of Legal Affairs. The Solicitor General is a senior legal officer who supports the Attorney General by providing high-level legal advice and management of legal work within the Attorney General’s Chambers. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES The successful candidate will be required to: Advise the Attorney General, Cabinet and Government Ministries on a wide range of legal matters including constitutional, administrative and public law. Review and provide legal opinions on contracts, Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs), statutory instruments, treaties and other legal instruments. Oversee the administrative and operational management of the Civil Division of the Attorney General’s Chambers, including strategic planning, performance standards and reporting. Provide leadership, supervision and mentorship to Crown Counsel and exercise overall responsibility for the direction, coordination and quality of civil litigation conducted on behalf of the State, including oversight of litigation strategy, advocacy standards and case management. Serve on Government boards/committees and liaise with regional/international bodies. Represent the Attorney General in legal, administrative, or policy matters when so assigned. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE A Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) degree and legal qualification eligible for practice in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. A minimum of ten (10) years’ post-qualification experience in public/administrative/constitutional law or in senior Government legal advisory roles. Demonstrated leadership and administrative experience. A sound understanding of the operations of civil service operations and the legal framework governing public finance. Postgraduate qualifications in Public Law, Legislative Drafting, Public Administration, or related fields will be considered an asset. Proven experience in office administration and management. CORE ATTRIBUTES The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical and communication skills, sound judgment, integrity, and high ethical standards, policy awareness, a leadership style that promotes mentorship, institutional strengthening and professional excellence. REMUNERATION Remuneration will be in accordance with Government regulations. CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS Applications accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), copies of relevant qualifications and names and addresses of three (3) referees should be submitted to: The Chief Personnel Officer Personnel Department, 2nd Floor Ministerial Building Halifax Street Kingstown To reach her not later than February 09, 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.