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Magistrate Vacancies 2026
SERVICE COMMISSIONS DEPARTMENT
Office of Magistrate, Judiciary (Magistracy)
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The Judiciary of Trinidad and Tobago is seeking qualified legal professionals for the position of Magistrate to exercise original jurisdiction and uphold judicial independence. This vacancy requires candidates who possess a Legal Education Certificate and at least five years of experience as an Attorney-at-Law. The role involves presiding over court matters, interpreting complex legislation, and delivering unbiased sentences within the Magistrates Court. As of 2026, the recruitment process emphasises online submission and strict adherence to documentation standards to ensure eligibility.
Key Takeaways
- The closing date for applications is 4 March 2026.
- Candidates must hold both an LLB and a Legal Education Certificate.
- The monthly salary for the office of Magistrate is $33,931.
- Applications are accepted exclusively through the online portal.
- A minimum of five years experience as an attorney is required.
- Would you like me to help you draft a cover letter or a CV tailored to these specific requirements?
ADVERTISEMENT OF VACANCY
Office of Magistrate, Judiciary (Magistracy)
Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for appointment to the office of Magistrate, Judiciary (Magistracy). The Magistrate exercises authority in the Magistrates Court throughout Trinidad and Tobago and exercises original jurisdiction in a wide variety of matters and adjudicates and presides over court matters delivering fair and unbiased decisions and sentences. There is considerable responsibility as it relates to interpretation of legislation and upholding the independence, transparency and accountability of the Judicial system of Trinidad and Tobago.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Minimum Qualifications:
- LLB and a LEC – Legal Education Certificate
- Admission to practice Law in Trinidad and Tobago
Minimum Experience:- Five (5) years experience as an Attorney-at-Law or considerable working experience
- As an attorney or any other combination of training and experience
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
- Ability to hear and evaluate evidence and to hand down decisions according to the Laws of Trinidad and Tobago and the ability to write clear, concise and compelling reasons for decisions
- Extensive knowledge and understanding of the Laws and Regulations of Trinidad and Tobago and Rules of Court applicable to the Magistracy
- Extensive knowledge of the practices and rules of procedure in the Magistrates’ Court
- Strong court chairman skills
- Sound knowledge of Public Service Regulations
- Excellent communication skills both written and oral
- Good management and supervisory skills
- Excellent analytical and reasoning skills
- Excellent problem solving skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
SALARY: US$33,931 per month
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Application Process and Deadlines
A copy of the Job Specification can be accessed HERE. Interested persons MUST submit their application ONLINE ONLY, on or before but no later than 4th March, 2026 at 4:15 p.m., local time. Relevant documents must be scanned and uploaded with online application as stipulated on the INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS HERE.
For further details, the Advertisement can be accessed on the Service Commissions Department’s website http://www.scd.org.tt. Persons who have applied previously and who still wish to be considered for appointment to the office are advised to re-apply in response to this Advertisement.
CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF ONLINE APPLICATION: 4th March, 2026
SHOULD YOU NEGLECT TO UPLOAD/PROVIDE COPIES OF YOUR RELEVANT DOCUMENTS AND EVIDENCE OF YOUR EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING, AS OUTLINED IN THE ONLINE INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS, THE JUDICIAL AND LEGAL SERVICE COMMISSION WILL BE UNABLE TO DETERMINE YOUR ELIGIBILITY FOR THE OFFICE AND YOU WILL BE DEEMED UNSUITABLE.
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING RELEVANT TO THE OFFICE SHOULD BE CLEARLY STATED TO DETERMINE APPLICANT’S ELIGIBILITY.
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