Legislative Drafting Office
Legislative Drafting Office
Crafting Jersey’s laws and shaping our Island’s future
Our Legislative Drafting Office plays a pivotal role in shaping the Island’s legal landscape, drafting Laws and Regulations debated in the States Assembly as well as Ministerial Orders and amendments for Ministers, Scrutiny Panels and independent Members. Our work has a direct impact on the lives of Jersey’s people.
We work across the entire spectrum of subject matters, with our work covering every area of life in Jersey, from air navigation to multinational taxation, and from human rights to potato blight.
Clear and accessible laws
It’s not all just about drafting legislation – it’s about making it accessible, accurate and up to date.
We work in close partnership with policy officers across the public service to refine legislative proposals, test their legal soundness, and develop clear, effective laws that serve the Island and its people.
Our editorial and technology team ensure Jersey’s laws are available for everyone to understand and use on the Jersey Law website. As far as possible, new legislation is published on the day it is made and updates to laws are published on the day the changes take effect.
If you’re ready to make a lasting impact on Jersey’s legal landscape, explore the opportunities at the Legislative Drafting Office today.
Our team
The Legislative Drafting Office is made up of experienced drafters from a range of jurisdictions, locally qualified lawyers following our legislative drafter trainee programme, and an editorial and technology team bringing experience from beyond the legal field.
The team is led by the Principal Legislative Drafter, Lucy Marsh-Smith.
Together, we turn complex policies into legislation that is written to the highest standards.
Join us
Join the Legislative Drafting Office and you will become part of a small and friendly team making a meaningful difference to our Island every day. It’s work that stretches your skills, challenges your thinking, and gives you the opportunity to see the impact on your own community.
If you’re passionate about modern legal practices and making a tangible difference to our Islanders, the Legislative Drafting Office offers an opportunity like no other.
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Rewards
We offer an attractive salary and benefits package, and the potential for promotion to senior roles when vacancies arise. We put a strong emphasis on flexibility and work-life balance, giving you freedom to choose where and when you work.
Training and development
We involve all our staff in regular training and development opportunities, ranging from collaborative all-staff events to maintaining an active presence at major regional and international conferences, such as the Commonwealth Association of Legislative Counsel (CALC).
Innovation
We are at the forefront of technological enhancements in legislation. We operate sophisticated, bespoke drafting and casework systems, and we are one of the leading players in the global ‘Rules as Code’ movement.
Community impact
Employees from the Legislative Drafting Office regularly take part in volunteering projects, getting out and about to help communities and improve the natural environment. As part of the Jersey Public Service, employees are entitled to up to 22 hours of paid volunteer leave each year, allowing everyone to support local charities.
Read our legislation
Jersey legislation is published on the Jersey Law website. Examples of recent significant drafting include:
Our offer to you
A career with the Jersey Public Service comes with a range of benefits, alongside the chance to make a real difference in Islanders' lives.
Our package includes a competitive salary and generous pension plan, plus we support work-life balance with family-friendly policies, flexible working options, career break opportunities, and the ability to buy extra leave.
We’re also committed to your development, offering study leave and learning support, while our volunteering leave allows you to give back to our community.
