Senior Legal Counsel

BC Housing; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 165,684 - 194,922; Full time

Job summary

BC Housing in Burnaby is looking for a Senior Legal Counsel who provides strategic legal advice and participates in risk mitigation. The role involves collaboration with senior management and reporting to key stakeholders.

Applicants should hold a Law Degree and have at least 7 years of legal experience. Knowledge of federal, provincial law, and First Nations legal issues is essential. The position offers a full-time contract with a salary ranging from $165,684 to $194,922 annually.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in law, in-house or external.
• Member in good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia.
• Strong strategic planning and analytical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal advice to BC Housing.
• Participate in risk mitigation efforts.
• Work closely with senior management and stakeholders.

Skills

Knowledge of federal and provincial common law

Ability to explain complex legal issues

Leadership and interpersonal skills

Strategic and analytical thinking

Education

Law Degree (LL.B or J.D)

License to practice law in British Columbia

Job description

Location

BURNABY, BC

Organization

BC Housing is a provincial Crown Corporation that develops, manages and administers subsidized housing options across British Columbia.

Mission

To provide access to safe, quality, accessible and affordable housing, promoting inclusive communities where people can thrive.

Position Title

Senior Legal Counsel

Job ID

6896

Employment Type

Regular/FULL-TIME

Salary

$165,684 - $194,922 annually

Position Summary

Reporting to the General Counsel and Corporate Secretary, the Senior Legal Counsel provides strategic legal advice to BC Housing, participates in risk mitigation, works closely with senior management, and reports to the Executive Committee, Board of Commissioners, staff, and other stakeholders.

Candidate Profile

Education & Experience

• A Law Degree (LL.B or J.D) from a recognized post-secondary institution and a license to practice law in British Columbia.
• Member in good standing of the Law Society of British Columbia or eligible for membership within a three-month period of accepting the position.
• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in an in-house and/or external law setting.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience acceptable to the employer.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of existing federal and provincial common law and legislations that impact BC Housing’s operations.
• Extensive knowledge of interpreting regulations, policies, and statutes.
• Ability to learn and understand BC Housing’s mandate, programs, and policies in delivering social housing programs and services throughout the province.
• Ability to explain complex legal issues and provide recommendations to a wide range of audiences within and outside BC Housing.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with private and non-profit partners, various government agencies, external legal counsels, associations and other stakeholders.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and make difficult decisions independently.
• Ability to deal with sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.
• Ability to lead and manage a number of complex files, initiatives and demands concurrently.
• Excellent leadership, communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent consultative, facilitation, consensus-building and conflict-resolution skills.
• Excellent research and investigative capabilities to determine facts and apply law and policy, and reasoned analysis skills.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, problem-solving, negotiating and conflict-resolution skills.
• Strong strategic and analytical thinking.
• Strong knowledge and in-depth understanding of First Nations legal issues, specifically in relation to treaties, land claims and management, legislation, First Nations government and governance.
• Criminal Record Check is required. Successful applicants are subject to a satisfactory criminal record search and must maintain security clearance during employment.

EEO Statement

At BC Housing, we’re committed to providing a healthy, safe and inclusive workplace where respect and diversity are recognized assets. We invite and welcome applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, people with disabilities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, and all people committed to meaningful work that makes a difference. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process.