Come join our team! If you are looking for a career that is both challenging and rewarding, with an organization that values diversity, equity and a shared sense of purpose, look no further.
We are proud to say that we’ve been recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers since 2022! The Law Society of BC offers work/life balance, a collegial atmosphere, and an excellent benefits package, including: extended health benefits, a dental plan and more.
Our Policy & Planning department is seeking a permanent, full-time Staff Lawyer. Staff Lawyers, Policy & Legal Services are responsible for the research and development of legal and policy issues for the Benchers, Committees, Task Forces, and Law Society departments. The nature of the work requires frequent contact with Benchers and senior staff and involves creativity and insight. Work is frequently provided to Committees, Task Forces and Benchers for decision. In addition to the general responsibilities of the role, the holder of this position will be responsible for advising on legal and policy issues arising from the Law Society’s efforts to advance reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples.
This position is open to persons of Indigenous ancestry. Candidates for the position will be required to provide proof of Indigenous ancestry.
The duties of this position include:
- Providing research, analysis, advice and recommendations on key issues and policies affecting the Law Society’s regulatory responsibilities and operations.
- Advancing the Law Society’s efforts towards reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples in collaboration with the Senior Advisor, Indigenous Engagement through:
- Providing policy support to the Truth & Reconciliation Advisory Committee;
- Providing policy support to the Senior Advisor, Indigenous Engagement in implementing the policy aspects of the Indigenous Engagement in Regulatory Matters Task Force Report recommendations and otherwise as required; and
- Providing policy and legal advice and recommendations in regard to reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples.
- Providing policy analysis on programs and proposals
- Providing opinions on points of law
- Making presentations to Benchers, Committees, and Task forces
- Drafting letters on Law Society positions to outside organizations
- Responding to questions or inquiries from Benchers on Law Society policy development
- Drafting agendas and minutes of meetings, and attendance at meetings
- Responding to questions or inquiries from Law Society staff about programs and policy positions
- Such other duties as the Director of Policy & Practice may require.
Qualifications:
- A member in good standing of the Law Society of BC or eligible for membership.
- A minimum of five years of practice experience.
- Experience in policy development, strategic planning, development of legislation and/or regulations, and/or government relations.
- Highly analytical with superior abilities in legal research and writing, and excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
- Strong understanding of Indigenous history, laws, and cultures in British Columbia.
- Strong connection to the Indigenous legal community and the wider Indigenous community in British Columbia.
- Ability to work co-operatively within diverse teams, work groups and across an organization to achieve group and organizational goals and to engage effectively with people from diverse backgrounds with diverse views.
The terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the Law Society and Professional Employees Association apply to this position. This position is within the Policy & Legal Services job classification and the salary range for this position is $133,403.30 to $161,653.86.
The Law Society of BC is dedicated to promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of our work. We welcome individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to contribute to the future of our organization. In accordance with the Law Society of B.C.’s commitment to reconciliation, we seek to create a culturally safe space and to continue further improving relationships with Indigenous peoples.
To apply, please email a resume and cover letter to personnel@lsbc.org with the subject “Staff Lawyer, Policy & Legal Services”. The closing date for this competition is September 16, 2024. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
The Law Society of BC supports hybrid work schedules. This position is located at the Law Society of British Columbia office in the Yaletown area of Vancouver, BC.
845 Cambie Street
Vancouver, British Columbia
V6B 4Z9
Proof of Canadian Indigenous ancestry includes, specifically, a photocopy of either a status, citizenship, membership, registration, or enrolment card issued by: The Registrar of the Federal Government’s “Indian” Register; A Band within the meaning of the Indian Act that has control of its membership list; An Indigenous group under a modern land claims agreement; An Inuit organization that is recognized by the Government of Canada; An Inuit organization that is recognized by the Government of Nunavut; One of the Métis Settlements in Alberta; A provincial organization that is a member of the Métis National Council, which includes the Métis Nation of British Columbia, the Métis Nation of Alberta, the Métis Nation of Saskatchewan, the Manitoba Métis Federation, and the Métis Nation of Ontario; or a Métis organization that is recognized by the Government of Canada. In the event that the person does not have the above documentation, ancestry may be proven by submitting a front and back copy of their parent’s status, citizenship, membership, registration, or enrolment card and the candidate’s long form birth certificate or baptismal certificate. Both documents must list the person’s name and the parent’s name showing the link between themself and their parent.
