Solicitor, Planning and Development (Multiple Vacancies: 1 FT Permanent & 1 FT Contract up to 12 months)

City of Burlington; Burlington; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Burlington is seeking a qualified lawyer to provide legal services to the Corporation and Council, including opinions, review and drafting of agreements, and related services. Reporting to the Deputy City Solicitor, Real Estate, Planning and Development, you will help mitigate risks and protect City interests.

The role requires a post-graduate law degree and Ontario license, at least four years of municipal law experience, and willingness to travel to attend evening meetings.

Qualifications

• Post graduate degree in law (LLB or JD) and member in good standing with the LSO.
• Minimum 4 years of progressive experience with focus on municipal law being an asset.
• Occasional non-office site visits required. Attendance at evening meetings may be required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares for and provides legal representation on behalf of the City before courts and tribunals.
• Conducts research and provides legal advice to City departments and staff on by-law and legislative interpretation, enforcement measures, litigation risk management, land use planning and development matters, and protecting the City's interests.
• Monitors changes to relevant legislation and case law related to planning and development matters.
• Research, draft, and negotiate contracts and other related documents to ensure legal validity and protection of City interests.
• Provides a full review of legal documents as assigned for execution by the Corporation.
• Draft by-laws, policies, and other related documents to ensure that by-laws and policies address City's short- and long-term goals and interests

Skills

Legal research

Contract drafting

Municipal law

Education

Post Graduate degree in law (LLB or JD)

Job description

A great career is closer than you think. Come work for the City of Burlington, where you'll be joining an innovative and progressive workplace focused on building a 21st century city that respects the diversity of our residents, visitors and employees; and prioritizes continuous opportunities for you to learn and grow.

We don't just spend time attracting the best talent. We spend time and resources to keep the best talent. This may include: flexible working hours, mobile and hybrid working arrangements, a great pension and benefits package, as well as programs to foster innovation and leadership.

Employment Status

1 FT Permanent & 1 FT Contract up to 12 Months

Type of Vacancy

Existing Vacancy

Hours of Work

35 hours per week

Department

Legal

Location

This position is eligible for a hybrid work model. When attending an event or meeting in person, your primary office location will be based out of Sims Square (390 Brant Street, Burlington). Work location is subject to change at the discretion of the City due to operational demands. Effective September 2027, this role will be required to be on site 50% of the time each month.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Deputy City Solicitor, Real Estate, Planning and Development, this position provides legal services to the Corporation and Council. Mitigates legal and other risks to the Corporation through the provision of legal opinions, review and drafting of agreements, and related or ancillary services. Discharges functions that must be provided by a qualified lawyer including preparation, review, and execution of documents/opinions in connection with property and other matters.

Responsibilities

• Prepares for and provides legal representation on behalf of the City before courts and tribunals.
• Conducts research and provides legal advice to City departments and staff on by-law and legislative interpretation, available enforcement measures, litigation risk management, land use planning and development matters, and how to best protect the City's interests.
• Monitors changes to relevant legislation and case law related to planning and development matters.
• Research, draft, and negotiate contracts and other related documents to ensure legal validity and protection of City interests.
• Provides a full review of legal documents as assigned for execution by the Corporation.
• Draft by-laws, policies, and other related documents to ensure that by-laws and policies address City's short- and long-term goals and interests

Requirements

• Post Graduate degree in law (LLB or JD) and member in good standing with the LSO.
• Minimum 4 years of progressive experience with focus on municipal law being an asset.
• Occasional non-office site visits required. Attendance at evening meetings may be required.

Accommodations

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the City of Burlington accommodates the individual needs of applicants with disabilities within the recruitment process. Please call us at 905-335-7602 or email us at: [e-mail] if you require accommodation to ensure your equal participation in the recruitment and selection process.

Note to Applicants:

We thank all those who apply for positions, but only those applicants who are invited for an interview will be contacted.