Legal Counsel - Ottawa, Canada - National Capital Commission

National Capital Commission

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Ottawa, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Level:
RE-06 $83,979 to $113,423

Closing Date: 04/09/23

LEGAL COUNSEL:

The Public, Legal and Corporate Affairs Branch is looking for a Legal Counsel for an indeterminate position. The position is classified as an RÉ-06 ($83, 979 to $113, 423 per annum) salary under review.

ABOUT US:

The National Capital Commission (NCC) is the federal Crown corporation dedicated to ensuring that Canada's Capital is a dynamic and inspiring source of pride for all Canadians and a legacy for generations to come.

Building on more than a century of experience, the NCC provides unique value in the Capital Region by fulfilling three specific roles:

long-term planner of federal lands, principal steward of nationally significant public places, and creative partner committed to excellence in development and conservation.

Year after year, the NCC has been recognized as one of National Capital Region's top employers. NCC employees can deploy to departments and separate agencies in accordance with the _Public Service Employment Act_.

DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION

Reporting to the General Counsel and Director, Legal Affairs, the Legal Counsel provides advice and assistance in a variety of legal matters including contract law, the revision of leases and other agreements, real estate law and Tort Law.

The individual provides professional and timely legal advice to all branches of the NCC, including the Executive Management.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:
A University law degree (LL.L, LL.B.).

CERTIFICATE / LICENSE:
License to practice law in the province of Quebec.

EXPERIENCE:
A minimum of five (5) years of experience practicing law.- Experience working in the following areas of Civil Law:

Contract Law
Commercial Leasing
Real Estate Law

KNOWLEDGE

Of Civil Law
Of Contract law, Commercial Leasing and Real Estate.
Of the National Capital Act and its applicable regulations.

ABILITIES

To analyze problems, conduct research and provide legal advice.
To interpret law to individuals without legal training.
To handle multiple assignments and set priorities to meet tight deadlines.
To work independently and within a team environment.
To communicate effectively both orally and in writing in both official languages.

COMPETENCIES

Demonstrating Integrity and Respect Civility and Well-Being

Thinking things through

Innovating through analysis and ideas;
Working Effectively with Others
Relationships and Trust Building; and
Showing Initiative and Being Action-Oriented
Getting Things Done

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Possess or eligible to obtain Secret security clearance;
Linguistic profile: Bilingual BBB
The National Capital Commission offers a hybrid and flexible work environment, all employees are currently asked to work onsite at least two (2) days per week.

Hearing impaired and speech impaired persons can contact us through a Teletype Device (TTY) at or toll free).