Staff Solicitor

City of Burnaby; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 180,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization is seeking a Staff Solicitor in Burnaby. The role involves providing legal advice on municipal matters, preparing bylaws, and advising on contracts. Ideal candidates should possess a Bachelor of Law and have a minimum of 3 years experience in municipal law. This temporary full-time position offers a competitive salary and a unique opportunity to contribute to the community's legal framework.

Benefits

$9,492.48 Annual Stipend

Qualifications

• Must have current membership in good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia.
• Minimum of 3 years of current experience in municipal law and legal drafting.
• Thorough knowledge of Legal requirements governing municipal work.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on municipal and land use issues.
• Prepare bylaws and compliance documents.
• Advise on property agreements and commercial contracts.

Skills

Legal advice

Municipal law

Legal drafting

Client management

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor of Law (LL.B) or Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

myLTSA

BCOnline

Legal research resources

Job description

Staff Solicitor

Competition No: 2025-247

Duration: Temporary Full Time

Salary: $180,523 – 185,527 – 190,549 – 195,571 – 200,575/year (2024 Rates)

Last Updated: 9/3/25

As employees, we joined the City to make a difference in the community. The Burnaby Promise sets out the responsibilities of every employee, every day, in every decision we make. It describes the standards that every employee should strive to meet when interacting with Burnaby residents, external and internal clients, and City colleagues. It gives us the tools to check our actions, particularly in times of conflict or challenge. When every employee lives by the Principles and Commitments in this document, we will collectively create a City we all want to be in, that fosters employee engagement, strengthens our relationships, and better serves our community through service excellence.

Our Corporate Services Department is seeking a talented, detail-oriented individual to join our team.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and opinions on municipal (regulatory), land use and other legal issues, with a focus on housing matters and bylaw drafting.
• Prepare bylaws related to the Official Community Plan, Zoning Bylaw, development permits, development cost charges, amenity cost charges, and housing agreements; assist with compliance with Local Government Act and Community Charter requirements.
• Prepare, negotiate and review property and land development documents and agreements, including licences, leases, purchase and sale agreements, and housing agreements; advise on other commercial contracts including operating agreements and funding agreements.
• Provide guidance to administrative personnel engaged in legal and clerical functions; perform related work as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Law (LL.B) or Juris Doctor (JD) from a recognized law school; current membership in good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia.
• Minimum of 3 years of current experience in the practice of law, with solid experience in municipal law, land development, leases and commercial contracts, and legal drafting.
• Thorough knowledge of policies, rules, regulations and legal requirements governing municipal work; knowledge of Land Title Act, Local Government Act, Community Charter, and related legislation; client management techniques.
• Ability to provide sound legal advice clearly; ability to lead and guide staff; effective oral and written communication; ability to establish and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience with myLTSA, BCOnline and legal research resources; Driver’s License for British Columbia.

This is a temporary full time position until December 31, 2026.

Salary Progression

• STEP 1: $180,523
• STEP 2: $185,527
• STEP 3: $190,549
• STEP 4: $195,571
• STEP 5: $200,575

Special Benefit

$9,492.48 Annual Stipend

This posting will remain open until filled. First considerations will be given to those who apply by September 26, 2025.

Context

We respectfully acknowledge that the City of Burnaby is located on the unceded territories of the Musqueam, Squamish, Tsleil-Waututh, and Kwikwetlem Nations. We are grateful to be on this territory and are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce.

Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview. Please contact People and Culture at 604-294-7303 if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

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