Tax Law Counsel – Litigation & Advisory

Employment and Social Development Canada; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 93,000 - 206,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Justice Canada is seeking Legal Counsel for Tax Law Inventory roles at the LP-01 and LP-02 levels across national offices, including CRA liaison and FIN-LSU collaboration. The inventory will staff future vacancies in the Tax Law Services Portfolio and NLS, with emphasis on tax litigation and advisory work under the Income Tax Act and the Excise Tax Act.

Candidates must meet bar eligibility, demonstrate strong analytical and communication skills, and show integrity, judgment, and

Qualifications

• Eligibility for membership in the Bar of a Canadian province or in the Chambre des notaires du Québec.
• Experience providing legal services as counsel or through articling/training recognized by the law society.
• Ability to analyze legal issues and provide strategic advice.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice to CRA on tax matters under the Income Tax Act and Excise Tax Act.
• Advise on litigation strategies, dispute resolution, and compliance with tax legislation.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Integrity and respect

Teamwork

Analytical reasoning

Education

Bar admission eligibility

Job description

Department of Justice Canada is seeking Legal Counsel for Tax Law Inventory roles at the LP-01 and LP-02 levels across national offices, including CRA liaison and FIN-LSU collaboration. The inventory will staff future vacancies in the Tax Law Services Portfolio and NLS, with emphasis on tax litigation and advisory work under the Income Tax Act and the Excise Tax Act.

Candidates must meet bar eligibility, demonstrate strong analytical and communication skills, and show integrity, judgment, and