M090-23 Senior Counsel
LEGAL AID BC EXEMPT POSTING
TO: LABC STAFF
FROM: HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
POSITION: SENIOR COUNSEL
ONE REGULAR FULL-TIME POSITION - VANCOUVER
COMPETITION NO: M090-23
DATE POSTED: March 6th, 2024
CLOSING DATE: April 1st, 2024
STARTING DATE: ASAP
SALARY: $119,349 to $160,071 (As per Management Salary Scale)
HOURS OF WORK: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Legal Aid BC is in the early stages of, and committed to a transformative journey to embedding Truth and Reconciliation, and Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in all aspects of our work. We seek talent from equity-seeking groups, including but not limited to individuals who self-identify as First Nations, Inuit, or Metis descent, persons with diverse abilities, gender diverse, racialized, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community be a part of this exciting stage of Legal Aid BC’s growth. We care deeply about the culture we are building and are looking for staff members who not only excel in their respective areas but are also passionate about supporting the people we serve and each other. If this resonates with you, we encourage you to apply. All interested and eligible applicants will be considered with due consideration to all protected grounds under the BC Human Rights Code. If we can do anything to make your application experience a positive and equitable one, we want to hear from you on what we can do better.
PRIMARY FUNCTION:
The new Senior Counsel will report to the General Counsel and Corporate Secretary and will work closely with and support other member(s) of the Office of General Counsel in steering LABC through the legal obstacles and opportunities to better fulfil our mandate and to help the organization achieve its goals in compliance with its obligations. While the Senior Counsel will support on a wide range of matters, including without limitation, corporate, commercial, professional responsibility, litigation, labour and employment, governance and privacy and data management matters, this new role will in particular be required to support in connection with various contracting matters with particular focus (as required) on technology, security, procurement, and services arrangements.
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The following job duties are illustrative examples, and shall not be construed as an exhaustive description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.
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VALUES STATEMENT:
Our commitment to the principles of fundamental justice embedded in the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, and to Truth and Reconciliation, and Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion is ambitious and foundational. It informs everything we do, as we defend liberty, equality, autonomy, and dignity; as we dismantle colonization, racism, sexism, transphobia and homophobia, and all discrimination. These are our values, and they inform our hiring practices too. Our business is aiding people in severe legal distress and necessitates internal and external alignment of practicing these values. Integrating Truth and Reconciliation, and Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion throughout every aspect of Legal Aid BC is critical to building that culture, and we prioritize ongoing resources to achieve that goal.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITES:
- reviewing, negotiating and advising on various contractual matters in a manner that achieves business objectives and allows the organization to leverage opportunities while reasonably managing risk considerations;
- reviewing and advising on organizational contracting process matters;
- reviewing and advising on procurement matters;
- reviewing and advising on IP matters as needed;
- assist with matters related to LABC’s legislative framework, MOU with the Ministry of the Attorney General, and privacy and Freedom of Information statutes; and
- providing legal opinions as may be required.
- Extensive experience independently reviewing, drafting, negotiating and advising (as applicable) in respect of commercial agreements including in particular (but not limited to) IT services agreements, end-user license agreements, software as a service agreements, IP and software licensing agreements, and professional services agreements is strongly preferred.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience
- Membership or eligibility for membership in the Law Society of British Columbia.
- At least two (2) years call to the Bar in British Columbia or equivalent experience in another Canadian jurisdiction.
- Experience in a variety of areas of law with particular experience in contracting matters as set out above.
- Experience with equity, diversity, and inclusion in professional settings.
- Understanding of laws and policies affecting Indigenous peoples.
- Experience applying Truth and Reconciliation through one’s role and responsibilities in previous roles.
- Experience applying equity, diversity and inclusion through one’s role and responsibilities in previous roles.
- An equivalent combination of training, education and experience may be considered. You strive to exceed expectations and are a team player.
Technical and Behavioural Competencies
- Excellent lawyering experience and skills.
- Comfortable working with latest legal and compliance technology.
- Ability to be creative, innovative and solutions-based.
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Employment is conditional upon completing and obtaining clearance from the following:
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We offer (based on your employment status and affiliation):
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VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT www.legalaid.bc.ca
We would like to thank all external applicants for their interest but regret that only those shortlisted will be contacted.
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- 400-510 Burrard St, Vancouver, BC V6C 3A8, Canada