An exciting opportunity to practice in the Litigation Group
Lawyers in the Legal Services Branch discharge the duties and functions assigned to the Attorney General under the Attorney General Act. This Legal Counsel 3 position is a solicitor role providing legal advice to the Attorney General, the Province and other government associated persons and entities on a wide range of constitutional issues, including the validity of legislation. The work of a Legal Counsel 3 involves matters of a confidential and sensitive nature.
The Ministry of Attorney General, as represented by the Attorney General, is the legal advisor to the government of British Columbia and is charged with ensuring that the administration of public affairs is carried out in accordance with the law. Legal Services Branch (LSB) supports the Attorney General in fulfilling this mandate by serving as legal advisor to government in civil law matters. LSB provides legal advice to government and ensures that legal risks associated with government operations are reduced. LSB’s clients include all ministries of the government, Cabinet and certain public agencies.
Lawyers in the Legal Services Branch discharge the duties and functions assigned to the Attorney General under the Attorney General Act. This Legal Counsel 3 position is a solicitor role providing legal advice to the Attorney General, the Province and other government associated persons and entities on a wide range of constitutional issues, including the validity of legislation. The work of a Legal Counsel 3 involves matters of a confidential and sensitive nature.
The Ministry of Attorney General, as represented by the Attorney General, is the legal advisor to the government of British Columbia and is charged with ensuring that the administration of public affairs is carried out in accordance with the law. Legal Services Branch (LSB) supports the Attorney General in fulfilling this mandate by serving as legal advisor to government in civil law matters. LSB provides legal advice to government and ensures that legal risks associated with government operations are reduced. LSB’s clients include all ministries of the government, Cabinet and certain public agencies.
The successful candidate will ideally have the following skills, abilities, and competencies:
- excellent verbal and written communication skills;
- ability to manage a solicitor’s practice with competing priorities and significant volume;
- strong analytical, problem-solving and research skills;
- strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to their work;
- strong ethical principles reflective of the high standards expected of public servants;
- ability to provide sound legal advice on short timelines;
- excellent judgment;
- public service dedication and strategic orientation;
- ability to supervise and delegate tasks to support staff and junior counsel in a respectful manner; and
- ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Job Requirements:
In order to be considered for this position, your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the education and experience as outlined below:
- must be a member in good standing, or immediately eligible to become a member, of the Law Society of British Columbia; and
- twelve or more years of call to the bar in a Canadian jurisdiction.
Preference may be given to candidates with:
- extensive experience working for or against government or government-related entities or persons;
- extensive experience providing legal advice to government or government related entities on constitutional issues, including the validity of legislation;
- previous experience managing a large and varied caseload;
- significant experience working as a member of a legal team, including but not limited to experience working with paralegals, legal assistants, and junior counsel; and/or
- significant experience mentoring junior counsel.
For questions regarding this position, please contact bora.won@gov.bc.ca
About this Position:
Amendment March 26: Posting closing date extended to April 16.
Amendment March 26: Location updated to include Vancouver.
This position is subject to membership in the Professional Employees Association.
This position is based out of the locations listed above.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work from home a few days a week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
Amendment March 26: Posting closing date extended to April 16.
Amendment March 26: Location updated to include Vancouver.
This position is subject to membership in the Professional Employees Association.
This position is based out of the locations listed above.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work from home a few days a week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.
The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and interviewing, please contact IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or 778-405-3452.
How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above.
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above.
Cover Letter: YES - A cover letter is required as part of your application. The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.
Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.
Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.
Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application page of MyHR. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, e-mail BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.
Additional Information:
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.
Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application page of MyHR. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, e-mail BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.
Additional Information:
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located at the bottom of the posting.
Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.
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