Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO)
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
INDEPENDENT ELECTRICITY SYSTEM OPERATOR (IESO)
Requisition ID: 18574
Location: Adelaide, hybrid
Status: Regular and Temporary, up to 24 months
Business Unit: Legal Resources & Corporate Governance
Why join us?
You’ve got great skills. And you want to use them in an organization where you know what you do every day matters. We get that.
We also know that ensuring Ontarians have access to affordable and reliable power doesn’t happen by accident. So we give you the tools, flexibility and support you need to achieve your goals, and development opportunities to help you grow. You’ll thrive in a collaborative, team-based environment that values your unique skills and experiences – and recognizes that when you do better, we become even better too.
Who we are
The Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) works at the centre of the province’s power system, ensuring Ontarians have access to reliable and cost-effective electricity when and where they need it. We operate the province’s electricity grid 24/7, design, run and oversee the wholesale electricity markets, and plan and prepare to meet Ontario’s electricity needs – now and into the future.
The opportunity (1 regular and 1 temporary position)
The IESO is seeking up to two new lawyers to join its legal team. The successful applicants will have a minimum of four years post-call experience, preferably working on complex matters in leading law firms or fast paced in-house environments. The position will depend on successful applicant experience.
Accountabilities
As a member of the Legal Department, Counsel will work collaboratively, advising on multi-disciplinary legal projects, providing strategic legal advice on a range of complex legal, regulatory, policy and business issues, ensuring that advice is linked to the organization’s strategic objectives, and acting as an integral part of internal and external project teams. Counsel will provide high-quality solution-oriented legal advice and guidance on a range of matters supporting IESO’s strategy and mandate, including:
Management of electricity generation contracts
Acquisition of new electricity system resources (including from electricity storage facilities) and management of energy contracts
Implementation of electricity conservation and demand management programs, and innovation and grid modernization initiatives, including through IESO’s grid innovation and hydrogen innovation funds
Electricity market operations including interpretation, administration and development of the IESO’s Market Rules and related matters
Interpretation and compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements
Transmission system planning
Disputes that may arise under or in relation to Market Rules or energy procurement contracts, and
General operations of the IESO, including matters relating to procurements of goods and services (including IT-related acquisitions), cybersecurity, non-disclosure agreements, freedom of information access requests, privacy law, records management, and related legal research
Who you are
A member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
We are looking for a minimum of 4 years post call experience in corporate commercial or transactional law gained either in a leading law firm or in-house law department setting. Applicants with more than 8 years post call experience may be considered for a Senior Counsel role.
Experience in any of the following specific areas is an asset:
Electricity or energy law
Infrastructure or construction law
Banking and finance law
Procurement law
Administrative law
Privacy law
Regulatory law
Competencies
Ability and commitment to align with IESO’s core values
Ability to work collaboratively in a busy team environment
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to analyze complex issues and recommend practical solutions
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent negotiation and drafting skills
Deadline-oriented
A strong personal commitment to client needs
Organizational and time management skills
Demonstrate a clear understanding of the IESO’s public mandate and corporate objectives
Ability to influence peers and others in the organization
Strong problem-solving skills
What’s in it for you
A comprehensive total rewards program, including best-in-class benefits and a flexible workplace
A challenging, fast-paced and collaborative team environment, where your perspectives and experiences matter
Leaders who support your growth and success through regular feedback and coaching
The opportunity to work with some of the brightest minds in the industry
Deadline: open until filled
For future reference, please ensure to save a copy of the job description as it will no longer be available once the posting closes.
At the IESO, we know that achieving great results depends on embracing diversity by attracting, developing and retaining people from a wide variety of backgrounds. We do this by ensuring our recruitment and advancement policies are fair and equitable, and by creating an accessible and inclusive environment – one that values every team member’s unique skills and experiences and ensures they have the support they need to achieve their potential. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know.
We thank you for your interest in a career at the IESO, but we will only contact those candidates selected for an interview.
Note: The successful candidate must be eligible to work in Canada and will be subject to a background check.
The IESO offers a hybrid work model program to most of our employees, based on business needs. Individuals participating in the program can work an average of three days per week remotely within Ontario. It also offers three flex weeks when individuals can work remotely within Ontario . When working in the office, you will be located at our Toronto location.
Join our talent community
Sign up for talent community; stay in touch, find out about new opportunities – and discover how you can make a difference. Discover how we use our expertise and commitment to deliver reliable and affordable electricity to Ontario’s businesses and communities, and how we’re innovating to secure a stronger energy future for all Ontarians. Visit Careers at IESO and be sure to follow us on LinkedIn .
Find out why we were selected as Greater Toronto’s Top 2023 Employers , and what we offer.
Feb 21, 2024
Full time
INDEPENDENT ELECTRICITY SYSTEM OPERATOR (IESO)
Requisition ID: 18574
Location: Adelaide, hybrid
Status: Regular and Temporary, up to 24 months
Business Unit: Legal Resources & Corporate Governance
Why join us?
You’ve got great skills. And you want to use them in an organization where you know what you do every day matters. We get that.
We also know that ensuring Ontarians have access to affordable and reliable power doesn’t happen by accident. So we give you the tools, flexibility and support you need to achieve your goals, and development opportunities to help you grow. You’ll thrive in a collaborative, team-based environment that values your unique skills and experiences – and recognizes that when you do better, we become even better too.
Who we are
The Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) works at the centre of the province’s power system, ensuring Ontarians have access to reliable and cost-effective electricity when and where they need it. We operate the province’s electricity grid 24/7, design, run and oversee the wholesale electricity markets, and plan and prepare to meet Ontario’s electricity needs – now and into the future.
The opportunity (1 regular and 1 temporary position)
The IESO is seeking up to two new lawyers to join its legal team. The successful applicants will have a minimum of four years post-call experience, preferably working on complex matters in leading law firms or fast paced in-house environments. The position will depend on successful applicant experience.
Accountabilities
As a member of the Legal Department, Counsel will work collaboratively, advising on multi-disciplinary legal projects, providing strategic legal advice on a range of complex legal, regulatory, policy and business issues, ensuring that advice is linked to the organization’s strategic objectives, and acting as an integral part of internal and external project teams. Counsel will provide high-quality solution-oriented legal advice and guidance on a range of matters supporting IESO’s strategy and mandate, including:
Management of electricity generation contracts
Acquisition of new electricity system resources (including from electricity storage facilities) and management of energy contracts
Implementation of electricity conservation and demand management programs, and innovation and grid modernization initiatives, including through IESO’s grid innovation and hydrogen innovation funds
Electricity market operations including interpretation, administration and development of the IESO’s Market Rules and related matters
Interpretation and compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements
Transmission system planning
Disputes that may arise under or in relation to Market Rules or energy procurement contracts, and
General operations of the IESO, including matters relating to procurements of goods and services (including IT-related acquisitions), cybersecurity, non-disclosure agreements, freedom of information access requests, privacy law, records management, and related legal research
Who you are
A member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
We are looking for a minimum of 4 years post call experience in corporate commercial or transactional law gained either in a leading law firm or in-house law department setting. Applicants with more than 8 years post call experience may be considered for a Senior Counsel role.
Experience in any of the following specific areas is an asset:
Electricity or energy law
Infrastructure or construction law
Banking and finance law
Procurement law
Administrative law
Privacy law
Regulatory law
Competencies
Ability and commitment to align with IESO’s core values
Ability to work collaboratively in a busy team environment
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to analyze complex issues and recommend practical solutions
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent negotiation and drafting skills
Deadline-oriented
A strong personal commitment to client needs
Organizational and time management skills
Demonstrate a clear understanding of the IESO’s public mandate and corporate objectives
Ability to influence peers and others in the organization
Strong problem-solving skills
What’s in it for you
A comprehensive total rewards program, including best-in-class benefits and a flexible workplace
A challenging, fast-paced and collaborative team environment, where your perspectives and experiences matter
Leaders who support your growth and success through regular feedback and coaching
The opportunity to work with some of the brightest minds in the industry
Deadline: open until filled
For future reference, please ensure to save a copy of the job description as it will no longer be available once the posting closes.
At the IESO, we know that achieving great results depends on embracing diversity by attracting, developing and retaining people from a wide variety of backgrounds. We do this by ensuring our recruitment and advancement policies are fair and equitable, and by creating an accessible and inclusive environment – one that values every team member’s unique skills and experiences and ensures they have the support they need to achieve their potential. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know.
We thank you for your interest in a career at the IESO, but we will only contact those candidates selected for an interview.
Note: The successful candidate must be eligible to work in Canada and will be subject to a background check.
The IESO offers a hybrid work model program to most of our employees, based on business needs. Individuals participating in the program can work an average of three days per week remotely within Ontario. It also offers three flex weeks when individuals can work remotely within Ontario . When working in the office, you will be located at our Toronto location.
Join our talent community
Sign up for talent community; stay in touch, find out about new opportunities – and discover how you can make a difference. Discover how we use our expertise and commitment to deliver reliable and affordable electricity to Ontario’s businesses and communities, and how we’re innovating to secure a stronger energy future for all Ontarians. Visit Careers at IESO and be sure to follow us on LinkedIn .
Find out why we were selected as Greater Toronto’s Top 2023 Employers , and what we offer.
At Saputo, our best comes from our people. We’re a talented and caring team with a longstanding history of excellence. Since our first days delivering cheese on a bicycle, we’ve grown into a leading global dairy processor by staying true to the culture that defines us. Each of our employees is committed to uphold our tradition of care, quality, and passion through food, and together, we foster an environment where we can all make contributions that matter–from our manufacturing plants to our office locations and everywhere in-between.
Summary of tasks:
The incumbent will be an integral part of the legal team, supporting the needs of the Canadian division and those of Corporate Services. The successful candidate will provide support to several sectors of the company, including operations, sales, distribution, marketing, real estate, procurement, etc.
How you will make contributions that matter:
Draft, negotiate and interpret commercial contracts of varying types.
Provide legal opinions and strategic advice to managers.
Provide continuous legal support to the departments and business units that are linked to Canadian Operations and corporate functions.
You are best suited for the role if you have the following qualifications:
2 to 4 years of experience in commercial law.
Excellent legal knowledge and capacity to solve problems.
Ability to draft and negotiate contracts, as well as manage priorities and a large volume of projects at once.
Ability to establish excellent interpersonal relationships and communicate clearly and efficiently with the different multidisciplinary teams both internally and externally, in a corporate environment as well as with legal professionals.
Professionalism, strong sense of ethics and responsibility, and good business sense.
Ability to work in a team and collaborate, as well as work independently.
Bachelor of Civil Law (B.C.L. or LL.L.) and member of the Barreau du Québec.
Bachelor of Common Law (LL.B.), an asset.
Experience in commercial litigation, an asset.
Perfect bilingualism in English and French (spoken and written).
As part of his duties, the incumbent will have to communicate and collaborate in English, both orally and in writing with colleagues or other stakeholders in Quebec as well as in the rest of Canada or in North America.
We support and care for our employees and their families by providing:
Competitive salaries
Advantageous corporate discounts
Full range of group insurance benefits
Group retirement pension plan with employer contribution
Employee share ownership plan
Group RRSP
Health and Wellness program in the workplace
Employee and family assistance program
Special pricing on our products
We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join its family.
Our story began in Canada in 1954, when the Saputo family's hard work and dedication created a thriving dairy business. More than 65 years later, our roots in this country remain strong with our Corporate Headquarters in Montréal. Today, we are a leading cheese manufacturer and fluid milk and cream processor in Canada with well-loved brands, such as Saputo, Alexis de Portneuf, Armstrong, Baxter, Dairyland, Joyya, Milk2Go, Milk2Go Sport, Neilson, Nutrilait, Scotsburn* and Woolwich Goat Dairy. Thanks to our national footprint, we're proud to bring our best to our customers and consumers, and have plenty of opportunities for our employees to grow in their own way. And we do it while also striving to build a healthier future for our people and the communities where we operate, guided by our values and the Saputo Promise. To learn more about Saputo in Canada, please click here. (http://saputo.com/en/our-products/canada-sector)
Join the Saputo Dairy Products Canada team to make your contributions matter every day on the clear legal job board!
Nov 09, 2023
Full time
At Saputo, our best comes from our people. We’re a talented and caring team with a longstanding history of excellence. Since our first days delivering cheese on a bicycle, we’ve grown into a leading global dairy processor by staying true to the culture that defines us. Each of our employees is committed to uphold our tradition of care, quality, and passion through food, and together, we foster an environment where we can all make contributions that matter–from our manufacturing plants to our office locations and everywhere in-between.
Summary of tasks:
The incumbent will be an integral part of the legal team, supporting the needs of the Canadian division and those of Corporate Services. The successful candidate will provide support to several sectors of the company, including operations, sales, distribution, marketing, real estate, procurement, etc.
How you will make contributions that matter:
Draft, negotiate and interpret commercial contracts of varying types.
Provide legal opinions and strategic advice to managers.
Provide continuous legal support to the departments and business units that are linked to Canadian Operations and corporate functions.
You are best suited for the role if you have the following qualifications:
2 to 4 years of experience in commercial law.
Excellent legal knowledge and capacity to solve problems.
Ability to draft and negotiate contracts, as well as manage priorities and a large volume of projects at once.
Ability to establish excellent interpersonal relationships and communicate clearly and efficiently with the different multidisciplinary teams both internally and externally, in a corporate environment as well as with legal professionals.
Professionalism, strong sense of ethics and responsibility, and good business sense.
Ability to work in a team and collaborate, as well as work independently.
Bachelor of Civil Law (B.C.L. or LL.L.) and member of the Barreau du Québec.
Bachelor of Common Law (LL.B.), an asset.
Experience in commercial litigation, an asset.
Perfect bilingualism in English and French (spoken and written).
As part of his duties, the incumbent will have to communicate and collaborate in English, both orally and in writing with colleagues or other stakeholders in Quebec as well as in the rest of Canada or in North America.
We support and care for our employees and their families by providing:
Competitive salaries
Advantageous corporate discounts
Full range of group insurance benefits
Group retirement pension plan with employer contribution
Employee share ownership plan
Group RRSP
Health and Wellness program in the workplace
Employee and family assistance program
Special pricing on our products
We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join its family.
Our story began in Canada in 1954, when the Saputo family's hard work and dedication created a thriving dairy business. More than 65 years later, our roots in this country remain strong with our Corporate Headquarters in Montréal. Today, we are a leading cheese manufacturer and fluid milk and cream processor in Canada with well-loved brands, such as Saputo, Alexis de Portneuf, Armstrong, Baxter, Dairyland, Joyya, Milk2Go, Milk2Go Sport, Neilson, Nutrilait, Scotsburn* and Woolwich Goat Dairy. Thanks to our national footprint, we're proud to bring our best to our customers and consumers, and have plenty of opportunities for our employees to grow in their own way. And we do it while also striving to build a healthier future for our people and the communities where we operate, guided by our values and the Saputo Promise. To learn more about Saputo in Canada, please click here. (http://saputo.com/en/our-products/canada-sector)
Join the Saputo Dairy Products Canada team to make your contributions matter every day on the clear legal job board!
Export Development Canada | Exportation et développement Canada - EDC
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Export Development Canada (EDC) is a financial Crown corporation dedicated to helping Canadian businesses make an impact at home and abroad. EDC offers financial products and knowledge to help Canadian businesses confidently enter new markets, reduce financial risk, and grow their business.
When you join our team, you’ll be helping Canadian businesses learn the endless possibilities that open to them through export and help bring their vision, passion, and innovation to the world. Your knowledge and expertise will support more than 25,000 Canadian businesses and their customers in as many as 200 markets worldwide. You’ll work amongst the best and brightest in an inclusive, collaborative environment that fosters professional development and success. And you’ll know that you’re making an impact every day – for businesses, for Canada and for the people you work with.
Are you ready to make an impact? Join EDC, recognized as a Top 100 and Top Family-Friendly Employer, as we take on the risk so Canadian businesses can take on the world. #LI-Hybrid
Overview
EDC is seeking a team and solution-oriented corporate, commercial lawyer with private equity experience to join its Legal Services division of approximately 27 lawyers who provide a wide range of legal services to the Corporation. EDC’s Legal Services is a dynamic, client-oriented environment, supporting EDC’s range of activities and services. Legal Services provides legal representation and assistance for all of its product and corporate function. The successful candidate will become a member of the EDC Legal Services group and specifically the Litigation, Governance, Trade and Operations team which provides legal advice to the Corporation in relation to its core operations. This includes advising the Corporation in various areas of law including namely public procurement, privacy and access to information, compliance, environmental and social governance and financial crimes. The lawyer would also be expected to support and advise other areas within EDC Legal Services, as needed. Key Responsibilities
Key responsibilities would include the following, but lawyers are expected to handle a broad range of business needs that may not be fully summarized below:
Involvement in all aspects of EDC’s procurement and vendor management portfolio, from drafting and negotiating commercial agreements to ensuring EDC’s compliance with various applicable legal instruments and treaties
Identify issues and potential solutions in matters requiring consideration of appropriate risk mitigation measures and corporate perspective and knowledge
Providing legal advice in various other key areas relating to EDC’s operations such as privacy law, access to information, marketing and compliance
Provide legal advice on various matters of law pertaining to the activities of EDC, such as EDC's rights and obligations under EDC contracts, interpretation of internal documentation and policies in areas of specialty, advice on authorization and compliance requirements, including interpreting the Export Development Act, the Financial Administration Act and other relevant statutes
Retain and supervise the services of outside counsel (both foreign and domestic)
Review and comment on outside counsel's documents and advice
Proactively support the Corporation, the legal and business teams through collaboration and team work
Screening Criteria
Undergraduate degree in Law
Applicants must be licensed by a Canadian provincial bar and in good standing to practice law as a barrister and solicitor in any Canadian province or territory
A minimum of 4-7 years of relevant experience having regard to the position described
Experience providing advice in the area of public procurement
Strong communication skills (written and verbal), including strong drafting skills
Demonstrated ability to multitask and manage competing priorities
Skills and Knowledge
Strong creative and critical thinking skills to apply to a variety of complex issues and to provide advanced solutions
Proactive lawyering and risk mitigation skills acquired in a commercially oriented, dynamic environment
Strong judgment and decision-making qualities, and collaborative in soliciting the input of others, both within the legal team and outside the team where appropriate
Strong influencing and negotiation skills to deal with conflicting and complex areas
Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills
Strong planning and project management skills
Asset
Bilingual in both official languages (English & French)
Experience in Privacy, Access to Information, financial crimes or corporate law
Experience in the federal public sector and/or advising federal Crown Corporations or other public sector entities
Salary Range
$109,700 - $164,500 + performance-based incentive
Salary ranges and compensation structure are currently under review. We anticipate updates to be in effect in July 2023.
How to apply Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Application deadline on www.edc.ca/careers : Jul 28, 2023, 10:59:00 PM
EDC is committed to employment equity and actively encourages applications from women, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities and visible minorities via the clear legal job board. If selected for an interview, please advise us if you require special accommodation.
Candidates must meet the requisite government security screening requirements.
Jul 14, 2023
Full time
Export Development Canada (EDC) is a financial Crown corporation dedicated to helping Canadian businesses make an impact at home and abroad. EDC offers financial products and knowledge to help Canadian businesses confidently enter new markets, reduce financial risk, and grow their business.
When you join our team, you’ll be helping Canadian businesses learn the endless possibilities that open to them through export and help bring their vision, passion, and innovation to the world. Your knowledge and expertise will support more than 25,000 Canadian businesses and their customers in as many as 200 markets worldwide. You’ll work amongst the best and brightest in an inclusive, collaborative environment that fosters professional development and success. And you’ll know that you’re making an impact every day – for businesses, for Canada and for the people you work with.
Are you ready to make an impact? Join EDC, recognized as a Top 100 and Top Family-Friendly Employer, as we take on the risk so Canadian businesses can take on the world. #LI-Hybrid
Overview
EDC is seeking a team and solution-oriented corporate, commercial lawyer with private equity experience to join its Legal Services division of approximately 27 lawyers who provide a wide range of legal services to the Corporation. EDC’s Legal Services is a dynamic, client-oriented environment, supporting EDC’s range of activities and services. Legal Services provides legal representation and assistance for all of its product and corporate function. The successful candidate will become a member of the EDC Legal Services group and specifically the Litigation, Governance, Trade and Operations team which provides legal advice to the Corporation in relation to its core operations. This includes advising the Corporation in various areas of law including namely public procurement, privacy and access to information, compliance, environmental and social governance and financial crimes. The lawyer would also be expected to support and advise other areas within EDC Legal Services, as needed. Key Responsibilities
Key responsibilities would include the following, but lawyers are expected to handle a broad range of business needs that may not be fully summarized below:
Involvement in all aspects of EDC’s procurement and vendor management portfolio, from drafting and negotiating commercial agreements to ensuring EDC’s compliance with various applicable legal instruments and treaties
Identify issues and potential solutions in matters requiring consideration of appropriate risk mitigation measures and corporate perspective and knowledge
Providing legal advice in various other key areas relating to EDC’s operations such as privacy law, access to information, marketing and compliance
Provide legal advice on various matters of law pertaining to the activities of EDC, such as EDC's rights and obligations under EDC contracts, interpretation of internal documentation and policies in areas of specialty, advice on authorization and compliance requirements, including interpreting the Export Development Act, the Financial Administration Act and other relevant statutes
Retain and supervise the services of outside counsel (both foreign and domestic)
Review and comment on outside counsel's documents and advice
Proactively support the Corporation, the legal and business teams through collaboration and team work
Screening Criteria
Undergraduate degree in Law
Applicants must be licensed by a Canadian provincial bar and in good standing to practice law as a barrister and solicitor in any Canadian province or territory
A minimum of 4-7 years of relevant experience having regard to the position described
Experience providing advice in the area of public procurement
Strong communication skills (written and verbal), including strong drafting skills
Demonstrated ability to multitask and manage competing priorities
Skills and Knowledge
Strong creative and critical thinking skills to apply to a variety of complex issues and to provide advanced solutions
Proactive lawyering and risk mitigation skills acquired in a commercially oriented, dynamic environment
Strong judgment and decision-making qualities, and collaborative in soliciting the input of others, both within the legal team and outside the team where appropriate
Strong influencing and negotiation skills to deal with conflicting and complex areas
Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills
Strong planning and project management skills
Asset
Bilingual in both official languages (English & French)
Experience in Privacy, Access to Information, financial crimes or corporate law
Experience in the federal public sector and/or advising federal Crown Corporations or other public sector entities
Salary Range
$109,700 - $164,500 + performance-based incentive
Salary ranges and compensation structure are currently under review. We anticipate updates to be in effect in July 2023.
How to apply Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Application deadline on www.edc.ca/careers : Jul 28, 2023, 10:59:00 PM
EDC is committed to employment equity and actively encourages applications from women, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities and visible minorities via the clear legal job board. If selected for an interview, please advise us if you require special accommodation.
Candidates must meet the requisite government security screening requirements.
The City of Saint John is accepting applications for the role of Solicitor or Senior Solicitor in the General Counsel Office. Reporting to the General Counsel, the solicitor/senior solicitor will support the General Counsel in the delivery of innovative and excellent customer service through the provision of advice that will enable The City of Saint John to deliver on its strategic priorities. As part of the City’s legal team, the solicitor/senior solicitor will support the General Counsel in providing accessible and expert legal advice to the municipal council and the civic administration respecting matters of relevance to the municipality. Key Responsibilities: To provide a full range of legal services to the civic administration, generally in the areas of litigation, by-law enforcement/prosecution, legislative drafting, real estate and contracts. The nature of the services provided by the General Counsel office will require that the position provide legal services in other and varied areas from time to time. The solicitor/senior solicitor’s responsibilities include:
Representing the City before Courts and administrative bodies;
Providing legal support to the City’s Human Resources Department on labor and employment matters;
Providing advice and legal support in procurement related matters;
Managing the work of outside legal counsel;
Managing crises that involve legal issues including the development of strategies that minimize the risk exposure to the City;
Preparing a wide range of contracts to which the City is a party and supporting the civic administration in the development of the content thereof and supporting the contract management function;
Researching and providing legal advice on different matters of relevance to the City;
Managing and closing real estate and commercial transactions.
Essential Qualifications:
A Law Degree (LL.B. or J.D.) from a recognized university.
A minimum of 6 years at the Bar with experience directly related to the key responsibilities of this position.
Membership in good standing in the Law Society of New Brunswick (LSNB) or ability to become a member of the LSNB.
Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently.
Strong analytical and research skills.
Creative problem solving.
Initiative and independence.
Attention to detail.
Excellent customer service orientation.
Teamwork focused and collaborative.
Excellent communication skills.
Please note: It is a condition of employment with the City of Saint John to show proof of full COVID-19 vaccination or a valid certificate of medical exemption from vaccination. Those who provide a valid certificate of medical exemption are required to comply with the City’s Vaccine and Test Policy. Failure to comply with this condition of employment is cause for termination. Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live and which we serve. We encourage and support applications from Indigenous, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups. Candidates who belong to such groups, who are qualified, will be given preference at the time of selection. The successful applicant will be eligible to work a compressed work week of 4 days (Monday to Thursday) throughout the trial period of the City’s recently adopted Compressed Work Week Trial. This schedule is subject to change. Applications will be accepted through our online system only. Qualified applicants should submit cover letters and resumes to: City of Saint John Attention: Hiring Committee www.saintjohn.ca
Jun 07, 2023
Full time
The City of Saint John is accepting applications for the role of Solicitor or Senior Solicitor in the General Counsel Office. Reporting to the General Counsel, the solicitor/senior solicitor will support the General Counsel in the delivery of innovative and excellent customer service through the provision of advice that will enable The City of Saint John to deliver on its strategic priorities. As part of the City’s legal team, the solicitor/senior solicitor will support the General Counsel in providing accessible and expert legal advice to the municipal council and the civic administration respecting matters of relevance to the municipality. Key Responsibilities: To provide a full range of legal services to the civic administration, generally in the areas of litigation, by-law enforcement/prosecution, legislative drafting, real estate and contracts. The nature of the services provided by the General Counsel office will require that the position provide legal services in other and varied areas from time to time. The solicitor/senior solicitor’s responsibilities include:
Representing the City before Courts and administrative bodies;
Providing legal support to the City’s Human Resources Department on labor and employment matters;
Providing advice and legal support in procurement related matters;
Managing the work of outside legal counsel;
Managing crises that involve legal issues including the development of strategies that minimize the risk exposure to the City;
Preparing a wide range of contracts to which the City is a party and supporting the civic administration in the development of the content thereof and supporting the contract management function;
Researching and providing legal advice on different matters of relevance to the City;
Managing and closing real estate and commercial transactions.
Essential Qualifications:
A Law Degree (LL.B. or J.D.) from a recognized university.
A minimum of 6 years at the Bar with experience directly related to the key responsibilities of this position.
Membership in good standing in the Law Society of New Brunswick (LSNB) or ability to become a member of the LSNB.
Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently.
Strong analytical and research skills.
Creative problem solving.
Initiative and independence.
Attention to detail.
Excellent customer service orientation.
Teamwork focused and collaborative.
Excellent communication skills.
Please note: It is a condition of employment with the City of Saint John to show proof of full COVID-19 vaccination or a valid certificate of medical exemption from vaccination. Those who provide a valid certificate of medical exemption are required to comply with the City’s Vaccine and Test Policy. Failure to comply with this condition of employment is cause for termination. Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live and which we serve. We encourage and support applications from Indigenous, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups. Candidates who belong to such groups, who are qualified, will be given preference at the time of selection. The successful applicant will be eligible to work a compressed work week of 4 days (Monday to Thursday) throughout the trial period of the City’s recently adopted Compressed Work Week Trial. This schedule is subject to change. Applications will be accepted through our online system only. Qualified applicants should submit cover letters and resumes to: City of Saint John Attention: Hiring Committee www.saintjohn.ca