Lawyer - Real Estate

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Mosaic Forest Management Corporation is a 100% Canadian-owned timberlands manager, managing private timberlands and public forest tenures in Coastal British Columbia for more than a century. We are committed to forest practices and land use that prioritize environmental stewardship, create value, and enhance the lives of British Columbians. For more information, visit

The Opportunity

Mosaic is seeking a Lawyer - Real Estate to work out of our Nanaimo office on Vancouver Island, British Columbia.

The Role

Reporting to the VP, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary, the Lawyer - Real Estate, will offer internal legal advice encompassing various commercial matters, with an emphasis on real property matters, and provide support to the VP, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary in multiple areas of law. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Provide high quality and practical legal advice, largely focused on real property matters, to the business team on day-to-day legal matters and strategic initiatives;
• Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of legal agreements relating to real estate matters and interests in land, commercial contracts, employment of contractors and service providers, and data licensing;
• Direct and oversee the work of external legal advisors;
• Assist General Counsel & Corporate Secretary with corporate governance requirements;
• Perform independent legal research and analysis of statutes, regulations and case law; and
• Support the business team with relationships with external stakeholders.

What We're Seeking:

• Bachelor's Degree and LLB/JD;
• Minimum 6 years of Canadian Bar experience;
• Preference will be given to a candidate with experience from a national or regional law firm;
• Member in good standing with the Law Society of BC is required;
• Expertise in Commercial Real Estate law in BC is required;
• Experience in dealing with federal and provincial Crown agencies is preferred but not required;
• Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with strong attention to detail;
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels; and
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Mosaic values diversity and recognizes that talent comes in many forms. Even if you don't meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We're eager to learn about your unique knowledge, skills and experiences. 

What You Get

Mosaic Forest Management is one of

BC's Top 100 Employers

. We are proud of our highly collaborative, respectful, and innovative work environment. Our employees are empowered with high levels of role autonomy and the ability to make decisions and lead change.

At Mosaic, we believe in rewarding our employees with a comprehensive and competitive package that reflects the value they bring to our team. Here's a glimpse of what you can expect when you join us:

• Competitive compensation that matches your skills and experience.
• Annual bonus tied to both individual and company performance, recognizing your contributions to our success.
• Employer-paid premiums for a robust benefits package to support your wellness.
• Company-funded defined contribution pension plan to help secure your future.
• Generous paid vacation program, to recharge and relax.
• We also offer various additional benefits and programs, including maternity and parental leave EI top-ups, opportunities for continuing education and professional development, and various discounts on goods and services.

All programs and benefits are subject to change.

Compensation

The annual salary range for this position is $150,000 - $190,000. Individual compensation is commensurate with skill, relevant experience, and education.

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At Mosaic, we believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels they belong and can contribute their whole, authentic selves to help us achieve our strategic goals. We're proud to be an Employer Partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity and promotes equity.

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