General Counsel

1 week ago


Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Pacific Reach Properties Full time

GENERAL COUNSEL Vancouver, BC

About Pacific Reach:

Summary of Position:

The General Counsel will work closely with the senior executive team.

The General Counsel, managing 2 other in-house lawyers, will act as the company's primary advisor of all legal matters while mitigating risk, reducing reliance on external counsel and advancing the business interests of the company.


Responsibilities:

  • Litigation: responsible for all aspects of litigation including dispute resolution and tribunal related matters in the multiple jurisdictions the company does business
  • Corporate/Commercial: provide advice and draft various corporate and commercial documents
  • Contracts: negotiate and draft a broad array of standard contracts and agreements including leases, services, development, construction, and management agreements
  • Acquisitions and Divestitures: negotiate and draft purchase and sale agreements, perform due diligence and closing of transactionsManage outside counsel on a variety of matters.

Requirements:

  • Have experience with complex litigation in all levels of BC Courts, and dispute resolution.
  • Experience with residential tenancy, employment, and human rights litigation matters.
  • Commercial/corporate solicitor experience, preferably in the real estate sector.
  • Ideally, experience with commercial legal work and litigation in California and/or Arizona.
  • Membership in good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia.
  • Excellent communication skills - written, oral, and interpersonal.
  • Excellent judgement, drafting and analytical skills, and attention to detail
  • Enthusiasm, problem solving and strong business acumen is an asset
  • Experience working with and supporting senior and executive level staff.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deal with confidential and sensitive issues.

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

  • Company events
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • RRSP match
  • Vision care
  • Wellness program

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

  • Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Vancouver, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

  • Do you have a membership in good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia?

Experience:

- complex litigation: 5 years (preferred)

  • Residential tenancy, employment, and human rights: 5 years (preferred)
  • Litigation in California and/or Arizona: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location:
One location
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