Legal Counsel

1 day ago

Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada HealthCareersInSask Full time

Position #: V42955

Expected Start Date: March 09, 2026

Union: OOS

Facility: Saskatchewan Health Authority

City/Town: Regina

Department: Legal Counsel

Type: Full-time temporary

Expected Up to Date: March 08, 2027

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Hours of Work: 5 shifts of 7.5 hours per 1 week

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

Salary or Pay Band: As per Terms and Conditions of Employment

Travel Required: Yes

Job Description: Legal Counsel is a key leader in Saskatchewan health care, partnering with system leaders to achieve our province's healthcare goals. Reporting to the Chief Legal Counsel, Legal Counsel is responsible for providing legal support, guidance and direction to the Saskatchewan Health Authority. Legal support will be provided primarily for delivery of health services, accreditation, legislative and regulatory compliance, privacy and access to information, Practitioner Staff Affairs and risk management matters in the form of negotiating, drafting legal documents, representing the SHA in disputes, advising and training regarding statute, case law and contract interpretation. The incumbent represents the Saskatchewan Health Authority in negotiations, ADR including mediations/arbitrations and matters before courts and administrative tribunals.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

  • Experience in diverse areas of health law and public health regulation
  • Experience in medical professional practice regulation
  • Experience in civil and administrative litigation
  • Experience in privacy and access to information

Education

  • Juris Doctor (JD)

Licenses

  • Valid Class 5 driver's license

Other Education and Training

  • Licensed, and in good standing, with regulatory body, if applicable

Competencies

  • Advanced - Interpersonal skills
  • Advanced - Critical thinking skills
  • Advanced - Communication skills

Knowledge and Abilities

  • Ability to lead and coach others
  • Proven ability to collaborate and partner with a wide variety of stakeholders
  • Knowledge in organization's goals, vision, mission and values
  • Negotiation, conflict resolution and mediation skills.
  • Knowledge in the applicable area of law
  • Knowledge in healthcare system in Saskatchewan and across Canada
  • Knowledge in negotiation techniques
  • Knowledge in principles of patient and family centered care
  • Knowledge in conflict resolution techniques
  • Ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation
  • Knowledge of diverse, culturally safe and representative workforce
  • Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity

Other Information

  • Travel within the region and provincially
  • For more information on the city of Regina please visit
The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.

Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position.  By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search. 

We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For everyone.

We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workforce.

We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action.

We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People.

Please note:  Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.

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