At Halton Region, we treat everyone with respect, honesty, fairness and trust. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the diverse population we serve. Halton Region is committed to providing accommodation to individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.
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Posting ID: 2995
Department: Corporate Services
Division: Legal Services
Pay Range: $118,334 - $157,754
Job Type: Permanent
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
Work Location: 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville, Ontario
Employee Group: MMSG
Posting Date: April 5, 2024
Application Deadline: April 27, 2024
Department: Corporate Services
Division: Legal Services
Pay Range: $118,334 - $157,754
Job Type: Permanent
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
Work Location: 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville, Ontario
Employee Group: MMSG
Posting Date: April 5, 2024
Application Deadline: April 27, 2024
Number of Position: 2
Job Summary
Continue to grow your legal practice as Assistant Corporate Counsel at Halton Region. This position includes a mix of both barrister and solicitor work with responsibilities in the areas of litigation (both managing litigation files and representation of the Region) as well as contract drafting, legal research and the provision of legal advice to a variety of client groups. Working in a collegial team, the Assistant Corporate Counsel will provide support in one or more areas of Public Works, Facility and Infrastructure development, Finance, Public Health, Social and Community Services, Economic Development as well as general government and administration.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Drafts, reviews and co-ordinates legal documents including contracts, by-laws and litigation materials.
- Researches, analyses, counsels and advises on legal implications in matters of law, legal procedures and policies, as well as operational and strategic decisions.
- Participates in the development and implementation of plans and strategies to preclude or remedy anticipated legal problems arising out of day-to-day operations and projects.
- Provides legal representation to the Region.
- Works cooperatively with a team of lawyers and law clerks.
- Maintains a regular awareness of activities within the Legal Services Division's scope of operations.
- Prepares outlines and briefs to keep clients and senior management of the Region informed accordingly.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Skills & Qualifications
Essential
- The successful candidate will possess membership in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
- Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in the practice of law, preferably with experience in municipal, public and/or administrative law.
- Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills, as well as strong analytical, research and client service skills.
Preferred
- Broad general legal experience.
A combination of education and experience will be considered.
Important information about your application:
- In accordance with requirements in Ontario Regulation 191/11 – Integrated Accessibility Standards and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Region will accommodate the needs of individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform the Talent Acquisition representative of the nature of the accommodation(s) you require.
- Please submit your application online. We will accommodate individual needs for applicants with disabilities and others who are not able to apply online. If you experience any issues with submitting your application, please contact HR Access at 905-825-6000 extension 7700.
- Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the deadline date specified on the posting.
- We encourage applications from all qualified individuals; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
- Personal information collected through the job application process will only be used for the purpose of determining qualifications for employment.
- If selected for an interview, you will be contacted by email and/or phone. Please ensure the contact information provided on your resume is up to date and that you check your email and voicemail regularly.
Halton Region serves more than 624,000 residents throughout Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton and Oakville. We are committed to delivering high quality programs and services that make Halton a great place to live and work. We engage great people who contribute to meaningful work that makes a positive difference in our community. At Halton, you are encouraged to grow and succeed in your career and are recognized for your accomplishments and contributions. As an employee, you will be part of a progressive, service focused and award winning employer with a diverse and inclusive work environment.
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