Legal Counsel Level II

Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated; Iqaluit; On-site; CAD 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An Indigenous organization in Iqaluit is seeking a mid-level In-House Legal Counsel with 4 to 7 years of relevant experience. The role includes providing legal advice on various areas such as Nunavut Agreement interpretation, overseeing litigation, and supporting the NTI Board. Candidates must have a Canadian law degree and strong communication skills, including Inuktut. The position offers a starting salary based on experience, benefits package, and a housing allowance of $35,865.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Employee pension plan

Vacation travel assistance

Housing allowance of $35,865

Qualifications

• 4 to 7 years of relevant, post-call legal experience.
• Member in good standing with the Law Society of Nunavut or eligible for membership.
• Strong knowledge of Nunavut and articles of the Nunavut Agreement.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and attend meetings of NTI Members and Board of Directors.
• Conduct legal research and provide legal advice in various areas of law.
• Oversee litigation and prepare submissions on proposed legislation.

Skills

Drafting skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Inuktut communication

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree from a recognized Canadian law school

Job description

Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) is seeking a mid-level In-House Legal Counsel with four to seven years of relevant, post-call legal experience for its Iqaluit, Nunavut office.

NTI Legal Counsel works closely with the NTI Board of Directors, senior staff, and external counsel/consultants in the provision of legal services to the organization. Responsibilities include preparing/attending meetings of NTI Members and Board of Directors (may include travel), conducting legal research and providing legal advice in several areas of the law including Nunavut Agreement interpretation and implementation, Indigenous/constitutional, administrative, corporate, employment, wildlife and natural resources law, contracts, reviewing legislation and regulations and preparing submissions on proposed legislation, appearing before Institutions of Public Government/government agencies, and overseeing litigation.

The ideal candidate should have 4 to 7 years of relevant, post-call legal experience, is a member in good standing with the Law Society of Nunavut or is currently eligible for membership (i.e. must have a bachelor’s degree from a recognized Canadian law school and is an active member of another jurisdiction in Canada).

Excellent drafting, analytical, and communication skills required. Good verbal and written Inuktut communication skills are a strong asset, and willingness to learn is required. Working knowledge of Nunavut and key articles of the Nunavut Agreement are essential. Knowledge of Inuit organizations’ governance structure and Inuit/Indigenous legal/policy issues are strong assets.

The ability to work with demanding deadlines, strong problem-solving abilities and ability to work in a politically sensitive environment and under high levels of stress/pressure are required.

Preference will be given to Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement.

Starting salary commensurate with experience and NTI’s salary grid. NTI offers comprehensive benefit package including an employee pension plan, group insurance and vacation travel assistance.

Housing allowance of $35,865.00

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