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Legal Advisor

3 months ago

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Government of Nova Scotia Full time

Competition # : 43432

Department: Justice

Type of Employment: Casual

Union Status: NSGLA

About the Organization

This position offers a chance to be part of the government's legal team – the Legal Services Division of the Department of Justice. Our legal professionals provide counsel and representation to the provincial government on critical legal and public policy matters.

We serve as the legal representatives for the Government of Nova Scotia, including Crown corporations, agencies, boards, and commissions, ensuring that public affairs are managed effectively, efficiently, and in compliance with the law.

Opportunity Overview

If you possess experience in legal fields such as administrative law, employment law, contracts, regulations, child protection, and/or litigation, and are open to short-term assignments, we encourage you to submit your resume as outlined below.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Providing legal advice to Ministers, Deputy/Associate Deputy Ministers, Executive Directors, and other senior government officials on legal matters, negotiation, strategy, and public policy;
  2. Drafting and interpreting legislation and regulations;
  3. Preparing and interpreting contracts;
  4. Assisting with submissions to Cabinet;
  5. Communicating information about government and legal matters to the public or as part of public policy consultations;
  6. Collaborating on project teams with senior and intermediate staff from client departments.
Qualifications and Skills

The ideal candidate will:

  1. Be a practicing member of the Nova Scotia Barristers Society (or eligible for practicing membership), in good standing;
Preferred Qualifications
  1. Experience providing legal counsel to government departments, Crown corporations, agencies, boards, and commissions;
  2. Experience in civil litigation;
  3. Experience in commercial transactions.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong research, analytical, and organizational abilities. Effective and persuasive communication skills, both oral and written, are essential, along with the capability to work independently in a team-oriented environment. The ideal candidate will also exhibit creativity and innovation in addressing complex challenges and the adaptability to thrive in a dynamic and demanding setting.

Working Conditions

Physical Effort:

  1. Prolonged periods of sitting at a computer.

Sensory Attention:

  1. Ability to review extensive written materials, write, think conceptually, and strategize.
  2. High levels of mental focus and memory retention are required.
  3. Skill in managing adversarial interactions to de-escalate situations and foster understanding is frequently necessary.

Mental Pressure:

  1. Capability to handle high-pressure situations, multiple deadlines, and competing demands.
  2. Extended concentration is necessary during hearings and while drafting briefs.
  3. Must manage stressful situations effectively to extract relevant information without personal engagement or negative reactions.
  4. Occasional overtime may be required.
Additional Information

This posting serves as a call for resumes to be considered for casual opportunities within the Legal Services Division. Casual positions are filled from a roster of pre-screened candidates.

This competition will remain open for applications until a specified date, and resumes will be retained until the closing of the competition. At that time, a new call for resumes will be issued, and candidates with ongoing interest in casual positions will be invited to re-apply.

Pay Grade: LAW 01 - LAW 03

Salary Range: $86.92 Hourly

Employment Equity Statement

Our aim is to cultivate a diverse workforce that reflects the citizens we serve at all job levels. The Government of Nova Scotia adheres to an Employment Equity Policy and encourages applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians, Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities, and Women in under-represented occupations. If you belong to one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify in your application.

This is an Association position initially restricted to current Nova Scotia Government Lawyers Association employees. In accordance with the Agreement with the Nova Scotia Government Lawyers Association, the order of consideration will be eligible internal applicants followed by external applicants. Please ensure that applications are complete and contain all necessary information to be considered for an interview.

Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks and verification of credentials, the results of which must meet the employer's satisfaction. We appreciate all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.