City Solicitor

3 weeks ago

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada The Corporation of The City of Victoria Full time
Job Title: City Solicitor

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced City Solicitor to serve as the chief legal advisor to the City of Victoria. This pivotal role requires delivering professional and effective legal services and advice across various legal matters.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide collaborative leadership and ensure that the City Manager, Council, and senior staff receive timely and effective advice on a broad range of legal matters.
  • Lead the Legal Services team and manage external legal counsel retained to provide specialized legal services.
  • Proactively monitor and advise on legal risks related to the City's functions and operations.
  • Prepare, review, and deliver written and oral legal opinions to the City Manager, Council, and senior executive staff.
  • Advise on governance matters, including procedural issues that may arise during Council or Committee meetings.
  • Manage the City's litigation and dispute resolution matters.
  • Direct the drafting and revising of municipal bylaws and make recommendations for the enactment and repeal of bylaws.
  • Provide strategic drafting and negotiating advice on complex real estate transactions, contracts, leases, and covenants.
  • Review new provincial and federal legislation and make recommendations relating to the applicability of such legislation to the City.
  • Liaise with the provincial government regarding legislative amendments benefitting the City.
  • Develop and manage the Legal Services work plan and budget.
  • Support and identify process and procedural improvements that lead to making City operations more efficient and effective.
Requirements:
  • A Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) or Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.
  • Current membership in good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia.
  • Minimum of 10 years of related experience preferably practicing in-house with local government or a law firm providing legal services to local government in British Columbia.
  • A strong understanding of local government law, including extensive knowledge of fundamental principles and practices related to local government governance, legislation, municipal bylaws, and policies and procedures.
  • Experience providing direct legal advice to senior staff and elected officials in a local government setting.
  • Experience in a management or supervisory role, coupled with strong leadership skills.
  • Ability to work with a complex set of stakeholders and build and maintain positive and effective relationships.
  • Exemplary interpersonal, communication (oral and written) and problem-solving skills.

To apply for this opportunity, please create an online profile or log back into our career portal at www.victoria.ca/jobs. Only online submissions will be considered. All applications must be submitted online by the closing date noted on the posting. Please be prepared to provide proof of qualifications as outlined in your resume.

The City of Victoria is committed to integrating equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility into our programs, policies, spaces, and services. We aim to cultivate a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve. Individuals who are Indigenous, racialized, immigrants, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+, or facing any additional barriers are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be available upon request throughout the application and selection process.

If you require assistance, please email us at careers@victoria.ca.

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