Legal Counsel
1 month ago
**BE PART OF THE TEAM THAT BRINGS THE WORLD TOGETHER**
**Career Opportunity: Legal Counsel - Real Estate**
Join an organization that plays a critical role in Canada’s economy. At the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority, we focus on doing the incredible work it takes to become the world’s most sustainable port.
The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority is responsible for the stewardship of the Port of Vancouver, Canada’s largest and most diversified port. Our mandate as a Canada Port Authority, as set out by the Canada Marine Act, is to enable Canada’s trade objectives, ensuring goods are moved safely and responsibly through the Port of Vancouver. That means providing infrastructure and ensuring the safe and efficient movement of marine traffic and cargo within the port. It also means we carry out reviews of proposed activities and developments on federal port lands and waters to determine whether a project can go ahead without impacts to the environment and community that cannot be mitigated.
We are passionate about the work we do and what it contributes to our local communities, the region and our country. This is reflected in our values of collaboration, continuous improvement, accountability and customer responsiveness.
Be a part of a team that advances initiatives to promote economic prosperity through trade, a healthy environment and thriving communities for the future generations of Canadians. It’s a workplace where the intrinsic value of your contribution to help foster the continued growth of the Canadian economy becomes a tangible reality. Bring your unique strengths, perspectives and experiences to the port authority and join us in charting a course toward a sustainable future.
The VFPA legal department is searching for a lawyer with 3-5 years of general corporate and real estate experience to join our team. We provide internal legal support and advice to our business and regulatory groups. The Counsel role will include drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts, managing real estate and corporate transactions, and advising on other matters typical in a general in-house solicitor practice.
The Legal Counsel will:
- Provides technical legal services, including negotiating legal rights and obligations on behalf of the VFPA, drafting contracts and other documents, and supporting the VFPA in legal and administrative proceedings. Will work closely with Senior Legal Counsel on files and proceedings.
- Counsels the VFPA in the protection of its assets and its people.
- Makes recommendations as to the VFPA’s policies, practices and proposed courses of action, having regard to the legal and practical consequences.
- Advises the VFPA on matters of statutory interpretation, their affect on its assets, people and liabilities.
- Advises the VFPA on the current state of the law and on its rights and obligations.
- Advises the VFPA on trends and new developments in the law that are of interest or concern.
- Assists with the Legal Services business planning process and operating budget preparation and administration. Ensures that budgetary procedures are followed.
- Participate in health and safety initiatives and comply with established policy, procedures and guidelines to protect yourself and your work colleagues.
- Report concerns, hazards, risks and incidents to management for follow-up.
- Supports organizational initiatives and values by attending VFPA activities and participating on cross-functional teams, as requested.
**SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES**
- Excellent people and communication skills
- Ability to give practical advice having regard to the objectives of the VFPA and complexities of its mandate.
- Must be a self-starter who is comfortable managing a breadth of responsibilities.
- Ability to evaluate and understand long term impact of decisions.
- Ability to build and maintain collaborative working relationships internally and externally.
- Positive attitude and desire to join a small team.
**EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE**
- Law Degree from a recognized university.
- Must be eligible for membership in the Law Society of B.C.
- Must have a minimum of three years solicitor's experience in a law firm or corporate legal department, along with excellent communication and public speaking skills.
- General corporate and real estate experience is required, and experience in Indigenous and/or environmental law would be an asset.
**WORKING CONDITIONS**
Normal office conditions
**Marine Transportation Security Clearance**
The incumbent must obtain and maintain a valid Marine Transportation Security Clearance as this position is required to access restricted areas/information as defined by the Marine Transportation Security Regulations.
- The health and safety of our employees is a priority, and the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority is committed to ensuring a safe workplace. Vaccinations, in combination with other preventative health and safety measures, offer the best available protection against COVID-19
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