Key Responsibilities

Reporting to the Legal Counsel (Disciplinary Proceedings), the incumbent is responsible for following:

• Scrutinize and prepare disciplinary cases for submission to the Disciplinary Committee of the Authority
• Provide analysis on evidence to facilitate disposal of disciplinary cases
• Present cases at disciplinary inquiry hearings conducted by the Disciplinary Committee
• Supervise and coach staff members to carry out the disciplinary proceedings function
• Assist the Section Head in the management of the Disciplinary Proceedings Section
• Perform such other duties as may from time to time be assigned

Requirements

• A recognized university degree in Law
• At least 5 years' relevant experience in prosecution / litigation / law-related practice (or 3 years' post-qualification experience of a recognized profession), preferably 3 years of which at supervisory level
• Good command of both written and spoken English and Chinese (Preferably attained Grade “C” or above in English Language (Syllabus B) and Chinese Language in HKCEE, or Level 4 or above in HKDSE, or equivalent)
• Qualified legal practitioner, legal executive in litigation, or court/tribunal prosecutor preferred
• Good written and verbal presentation skill

Terms of Appointment
Competitive remuneration package commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience will be offered. The appointee will initially be offered a 3-year contract, subject to renewal upon satisfactory performance and the service needs of the Authority. 

Application Procedure
Applications with full resume indicating your current and expected salaries and your public examination results should be sent to: Human Resources Section, Estate Agents Authority, Room 4801, 48/F, Hopewell Centre, 183 Queen’s Road East, Wanchai, Hong Kong or by clicking "Apply Now" not later than 1 April 2020. Please mark “Private and Confidential” on the envelope.

Candidates who are not invited to attend an interview within 6 weeks from the closing date may assume their applications unsuccessful. Applications may be considered for other suitable positions within the Authority. All applications will be treated in strict confidence. Personal data provided in the applications will only be used for recruitment-related purposes. All information on non-shortlisted applicants will be destroyed after 6 months.

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