Technology Lawyer (Legal Counsel III) (Hybrid)

Technology Lawyer (Legal Counsel III) (Hybrid)



At ICBC, it’s our job to make sure the car insurance system works for all British Columbians, today and in the future. If you want to make the most of your skills and expertise while growing your career, we want you. A career at ICBC is an opportunity to be part of a talented, diverse and inclusive team that is driven to serve its customers and community. You can expect a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits and a collaborative work environment. If you are reliable and dependable, contact us today to be part of our talented and diverse team as we work together to create an insurance system we can all be proud of.

We welcome applications from all qualified job seekers. If you are a job seeker with a disability, please let us know as adjustments can be made to help support you in delivering your best performance.


Position Highlights

ICBC is changing from a traditional insurance company, to one that is driven by innovation. In just a few years, ICBC implemented a new care based insurance system, launched a platform that allows customers to renew their insurance online, implemented a telematics project, and even created an award winning road safety video game (to name just a few). If you have a passion for creatively removing legal barriers to innovation, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as a technology lawyer in the ICBC Corporate Law Team.

Position Highlights

• The successful candidate will join the ICBC Corporate Law Team
• This team plays an integral part in helping the business remove barriers to innovation
• You will work in a group of creative solicitors (each with specific legal expertise)
• You will primarily contribute to the team with your drafting and technology law expertise

Accountabilities

• Drafting and negotiating technology (and other) commercial agreements
• Advising on a wide variety of matters requiring creative legal solutions
• Providing simple, straightforward and knowledgeable legal advice
• Helping the corporate law team with efficiency initiatives
• Providing training to colleagues and business clients
• Advising on legal developments and legislative changes
• Managing and overseeing external counsel as required
• Advising on company policies


Position Requirements

• LL.B/JD or equivalent (and an active membership at the Law Society of British Columbia)
• 4+ years of experience as a technology lawyer (at a law firm or in-house)
• Experience drafting and negotiating technology (and other) commercial agreements
• Ability to work with many different business groups on a wide variety of legal issues
• Ability to write and communicate complex concepts in a simple manner
• Solution oriented mindset, with a focus on achieving business objectives
• Strong ability to support, collaborate with, and negotiate on behalf of, business clients
• Strong organizational skills, with an ability to manage multiple competing priorities

What we offer:

• Competitive Salary & Benefits: We are committed to providing industry competitive salary and benefits.
• Continuous Learning: We offer continuous learning opportunities to ensure you are equipped with the knowledge to be successful in your role.
• Flexible Working Arrangements: We offer flexible working arrangements as we continue to support our employees in balancing their career and personal commitments.
• COVID-19 safety protocols: We comply with WorkSafeBC and the health authorities of British Columbia to ensure your safety and wellbeing.
• Engaging Culture: We promote an inclusive and diverse work environment.

Employing a hybrid working model, this role combines on-site in office work with work from home flexibility.

We welcome applications from all qualified job seekers. If you are a job seeker with a disability, please let us know as adjustments can be made to help support you in delivering your best performance. We look forward to discussing what options we can provide for your unique needs.

Only candidates legally entitled to work in Canada will be considered for this position.

As communicated by the provincial government, all ICBC employees are required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19.

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