Paralegal Officer (Level 5)

The Real Estate Board invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the following post that is to be assigned to the upcoming Real Estate Authority of Jamaica (REAJ):

Paralegal Officer (Level 5)

Vacant Post – Three-year contract 

Salary Range: $2,190,302 - $2,945,713 per annum

Job Summary

Under the guidance of the Senior Legal Officer, the Paralegal Officer plays a crucial role in establishing and maintaining efficient systems that support Legal Officers in their work, particularly in the critical area of housing-related legal matters.

Key Responsibilities

Case Management and File Preparation:

• Organizing and maintaining case files for hearings, investigations, and litigation.
• Collating and indexing evidentiary documents.

Legal Drafting and Research:

• Assisting attorneys in preparing affidavits, submissions, and standard contracts.
• Conducting supervised legal research to support opinions and case strategies.
  

Hearing and Litigation Support:

• Preparing bundles and exhibits for Disciplinary Committee hearings and court appearances.
• Recording minutes and maintaining accurate documentation of proceedings.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Monitoring deadlines for statutory filings, Access to Information requests, and court submissions.
• Supporting attorneys in ensuring compliance with provisions of the Real Estate Act, PBMA, and other relevant laws.

Administrative Efficiency:

• Preparation of Legal Committee Meeting Minutes for the following departments (REB/CSC and Audit). 
• Providing transcription, scheduling, and correspondence management.
• Reducing the volume of routine clerical work currently handled by attorneys.
  

Required Competencies

• Exceptional oral and written communication
• Strong integrity and ethical standards
• Effective team collaboration and cooperation
• Initiative and proactive attitude
• Results-driven orientation
• Compliance with legal standards
• Superior time management skills
• Adaptability to change
• Customer and quality Focus
• Proficient problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Analytical thinking capabilities
• Effective planning and organizing

Minimum Education & Experience:

• Relevant training or qualification in legal or paralegal studies.
• A minimum of five (5) CSEC subjects, including English Language.
• At least three (3) years of experience in a law office or legal setting.

Application & Deadline:

Applications accompanied by résumés should be submitted no later than September 11, 2026, via https://rebcsc.bamboohr.com/jobs

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.