Indigenous Governance Counsel — Self-Government & Policy

Remote People Ltd.; Canada; Remote; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Remote People Ltd. seeks a lawyer to support Indigenous governments and organizations on governance, self-government, and institution-building matters.

The role involves advising on governance structures, drafting constitutions and laws, and negotiating self-government agreements. The successful candidate will work with Indigenous communities, build long-term client relationships, and collaborate across related practice areas such as lands, resources, and agreements.

Qualifications

• Called to the Bar in Ontario or British Columbia, in good standing.
• Experience in Indigenous law, governance, or a closely related field.
• Genuine interest in and sensitivity to working with Indigenous communities.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
• Willingness to travel to community meetings as required.

Responsibilities

• Advise Indigenous governments and organizations on governance structures and self-government arrangements
• Draft constitutions, laws, policies, and governance agreements
• Support negotiations related to self-government and jurisdictional matters
• Build long-term relationships with Indigenous community clients
• Collaborate with colleagues across related practice areas (lands, resources, agreements)

Skills

Governance

Negotiation

Drafting

Indigenous law

Travel

Education

Bar admission in Ontario or British Columbia

Job description

Remote People Ltd. seeks a lawyer to support Indigenous governments and organizations on governance, self-government, and institution-building matters.

The role involves advising on governance structures, drafting constitutions and laws, and negotiating self-government agreements. The successful candidate will work with Indigenous communities, build long-term client relationships, and collaborate across related practice areas such as lands, resources, and agreements.