Investigative Counsel

4 weeks ago

Vancouver, Canada British Columbia Securities Commission Full time

**Company Overview**:
Centrally located in downtown Vancouver, the British Columbia Securities Commission (BCSC) strives to make the investment markets benefit the public - enabling people to achieve their financial goals, enterprises to grow, and British Columbia to thrive.

Through smart rules, diligent oversight, strong enforcement and reliable guidance, we act as guardians of the province’s investment marketplace, striving to make BC a place where people can invest with confidence and companies can flourish. We are an independent agency accountable to the provincial legislature and the public through the Minister of Finance.

**Investigative Counsel**

**Enforcement**

Are you a lawyer who enjoys investigating as much as legal research? Can you provide legal advice on challenging securities issues and investigate complex fraud cases? Are you ready to testify instead of examine? The Enforcement Division of the British Columbia Securities Commission is hiring an investigative counsel in the Investigations Branch.

In this role, you’ll be investigating fraud, insider trading, crypto currency schemes and other potential breaches of the securities legislation. You will use your analytical skills to piece together complex evidence to be used in Commission hearings, and use your legal skills to negotiate settlements and provide legal advice. You’ll work closely with other investigators and other agencies and regulators, including at an international level.

As Investigative Counsel, you will report to the Manager, Investigations who supervises case teams. Your key responsibilities will include:

- Providing legal advice to professional staff investigating breaches of securities laws
- Working with investigators and forensic accountants to investigate potential breaches of the Securities Act
- Reviewing the scope of investigation orders
- Developing and implementing investigative plans and adhering to timelines
- Participating in or conducting witness interviews
- Identifying and resolving potential issues related to the evidence
- Recommending allegations with evidence briefs that support your recommendations
- Negotiating settlements
- Drafting legal documents such as settlement agreements, written submissions and affidavits
- Coordinating information sharing and cooperation with securities regulators in other jurisdictions
- Staying up to date on industry trends, legislation changes and policy developments in other jurisdictions

**Qualifications**
- LL.B or J.D. and membership in the Law Society of British Columbia (or eligibility for membership)
- Litigation experience
- Knowledge and experience in the area of securities law, as well as regulatory and administrative law
- Experience conducting comprehensive legal research
- Demonstrated analytical skills with an ability to think creatively and strategically in exercising sound professional judgment to determine appropriate solutions
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

**Other assets include**:

- Securities experience
- Completion of the Canadian Securities Course
- Experience conducting investigations

**What we offer**:

- Extensive benefit package including a defined benefit pension plan, medical and dental coverage, Wellness and Health Spending Account benefits, and four weeks of annual vacation
- Hybrid work model
- Beautiful downtown office
- Work life balance
- Professional development opportunities
- A collaborative, progressive, and professionally diverse team to work with.

**Salary Range**:
The salary range for Investigative Counsel (generally up to 10 years of legal counsel experience) is $113,444 (minimum) - $151,014 (midpoint) - $188,585 (maximum).

Please visit our Careers page to submit your cover letter and resume for this position, quoting competition **24:110 **by **February 21, 2024.**

The BC Securities Commission embraces diversity and is committed to building an inclusive workforce that celebrates the richness of our community.

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