Legal Counsel

David Aplin Recruiting; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prominent conglomerate in BC as an in-house Legal Counsel, where you'll provide legal advice across diverse business lines including real estate, agriculture, and entertainment. This role is ideal for junior to mid-level lawyers eager to engage in a variety of legal work and make a lasting impact. You'll manage litigation, conduct legal research, and support corporate transactions, all while collaborating closely with leadership. This vibrant organization offers a dynamic environment filled with opportunities for growth and professional development.

Benefits

Exposure to various business lines

Exciting and vibrant organization

Close work with leadership and ownership

Qualifications

• Member in good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia.
• 3–6 years of post-call legal experience as a general practitioner.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal and strategic advice to key stakeholders.
• Assist in managing litigation and dispute files from inception through resolution.

Skills

Litigation

Legal Research

Analytical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Member of the Law Society of British Columbia

3–6 years post-call legal experience

Job description

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Join one of the most prominent conglomerates based in BC and be part of their wide variety of business lines. We are working with an exciting organization that is seeking an in-house Legal Counselto join their team. This role offers significant exposure to various business lines including real estate, agriculture, hospitality, sport and entertainment. This is an excellent opportunity for a junior to mid-level lawyer looking to take on a wide variety of legal work while making lasting impact on an organization.

Responsibilities:

• Provide legal and strategic advice to key stakeholders.
• Assist in managing litigation and dispute files from inception through resolution.
• Handle hearings and proceedings, such as Chambers applications in the Supreme Court of British Columbia, Residential Tenancy Branch hearings, and Small Claims trials.
• Conduct legal research and respond to inquiries on matters including litigation, regulatory compliance, employment law, and data privacy.
• Act as business partner for various business teams by providing legal support.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a broad spectrum of legal documents and commercial contracts.
• Support real estate and corporate transactions.
• Contribute to residential real estate transactions and conveyancing.
• Liaise with external counsel to ensure consistent and effective legal support.

Required Experience & Qualifications:

• Member in good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia.
• 3–6 years of post-call legal experience, ideally as a general practitioner.
• Strong experience in litigation with proven experience appearing before B.C. courts and tribunals.
• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Business-oriented mindset, able to solve problems independently in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills.

Why Apply:

• Exposure to various business lines.
• Be part of an exciting and vibrant organization with lots of perks.
• Work closely with leadership and ownership.

David Aplin & Associates Inc., operating as Aplin, and its associated brands, CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment, is an award-winning employment agency connecting diverse, top-tier talent with exceptional organizations across North America. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and charge no fees to apply or engage with our recruiters. Our clients partner with us to help expand and diversify their teams. Please note that all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any necessary work permits.

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