Lg Cnsl 1 - Vancouver, Canada - BC Public Service

BC Public Service

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Vancouver, Canada

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Posting Title- LG CNSL - Legal Counsel 1- Position Classification- Legal Counsel Level 1- Union- LSA- Work Options- Hybrid- Location- Vancouver, BC V6B 0N8 CA (Primary)- Salary Range- Salary for LG CNSL 1: $102, $133,058.30 annually- Close Date- 7/26/2023- Job Type- Regular Full Time- Temporary End Date- Ministry/Organization- BC Public Service -> Attorney General- Ministry Branch / Division- Legal Services Branch, Litigation Group- Job Summary
An exciting opportunity for junior counsel to join the Litigation Group.

Lawyers in the Legal Services Branch discharge the duties and functions assigned to the Attorney General under the Attorney General Act.

Legal Counsel 1 represent the Attorney, the Province and other government associated persons and entities in all levels of court.

Legal Counsel 1 are expected to negotiate and recommend settlements where appropriate and provide litigation-related advice in every area of government practice.

The work of a Legal Counsel 1 involves matters of a confidential and sensitive nature.

Legal Counsel 1 have a broad range of professional skills enabling them to give advice in areas of law outside the dimensions of their regularly assigned legal responsibilities.

These lawyers deal with matters that can involve large sums of public funds and/or of importance to the public interest.

They are expected to advise on current developments in the law which may affect areas of concern to government. They may assist in developing and recommending alternatives and initiating changes in these areas of the law when required.

Job Requirements:

Must be a member of the Law Society of British Columbia in good standing OR immediately eligible for call to the Bar.
Legal Counsel Level 1: Up to five years of call; and
Experience in the conduct of litigation at the Supreme Court of British Columbia.

- excellent verbal and written communication skills;
- previous experience managing a large and varied litigation caseload;
- ability to manage a practice with competing priorities and significant volume;
- strong analytical, problem-solving and research skills;
- strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities;
- strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to their work;
- ability to provide advice on short timelines;
- excellent judgment;
- service orientation and strategic orientation;
- ability to mentor more junior colleagues; and
- ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- courtroom experience and/or a greater variety of courtroom experience;
- experience working for or against government or government-related entities or persons in litigation;
- experience with the rules of evidence;
- experience with the BC Supreme Court Civil Rules;
- experience providing advice or representation on constitutional issues.

Proviso:

Travel may be required for this position.

About this Position:

This position is located in Victoria.

This position is excluded from union membership.

An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.

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.

How to Apply:

Questionnaire:
YES - You will need to complete a standard questionnaire (current employment status, eligibility to apply, etc.).

Additional Information:

Enhanced Security Screening 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.