Careers
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The City of Richmond is a diverse and dynamic community in pursuit of our vision
to be the most appealing, livable and well-managed community in Canada.
People l Excellence l Leadership l Team l Innovation
Imagine a career with the City of Richmond, a dynamic environment for growth and continuous improvement, fostered by our collective strengths and creativity. We are a vibrant, diverse cosmopolitan city, supported by a strong economy and recognized as leaders in innovation and service delivery excellence. The City of Richmond is committed to be the most appealing, livable, well-managed community in Canada, a goal that is only made possible by developing our most valuable asset – our people. This is a great opportunity to join our team and shape our community.
Staff Solicitor
Overview
The City of Richmond Law Department is seeking a talented, detail-oriented, experienced lawyer to join our team. The focus of this Staff Solicitor position will be to provide legal advice on municipal, corporate, real estate, land use, and litigation (including bylaw prosecutions) issues. Advice and guidance will also be provided to all City departments and the City’s municipal corporations on a wide number of issues in various areas of the law. The ability to provide sound legal advice in a timely fashion and in a logical, concise manner is crucial for success in this role. This position will appeal to an individual who is comfortable managing many files concurrently and who enjoys working with diverse stakeholders and issues.
Examples of key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Draft and negotiate leases, licenses, purchase and sale contracts, and other commercial contracts.
- Draft and negotiate agreements for land use applications/development, and subdivisions (including air space subdivisions), including covenants, statutory rights of way, housing agreements, and easements.
- Provide legal support for land acquisitions that are required for flood protection and other infrastructure projects.
- Provide advice to City, and municipal corporation, senior management and staff on municipal, corporate, real estate, intellectual property and other matters.
- Review and draft reports to Council and Committee.
- Attend and make presentations before Council and Committee.
- Prepare legal opinions.
- Draft and review bylaws.
- Prepare precedents and oversee the work of legal assistants.
- Provide input and guidance on litigation related matters.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Current knowledge of, and ability to develop an excellent knowledge of, the legislation governing the City, including Local Government Act, Community Charter, and Land Title Act.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills and an ability to work in a dynamic, flexible work environment.
- Ability to work on and advance the interests of multidisciplinary teams.
- Excellent file and client management techniques and fluency in an MS Office work environment.
- Experience with myLTSA, BCOnline, and legal research resources.
- Ability to function with minimal administrative support.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Must be a practicing member in good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia.
- Must possess a LL.B. or J.D. A minimum of four (4) to seven (7) years of legal practice is required.
- Experience in some or all of the following areas is preferred:
- Municipal law
- Real estate development
- Real estate transactions
- Litigation related experience
- Legal research including drafting of memorandum and opinions
- Corporate/commercial contract drafting and negotiations
Working Conditions:
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Work is performed in an office environment.
The City of Richmond offers a competitive pay and benefits program, attractive incentives and a compressed work day schedule. If you are looking to make a difference, and to share our vision “to be the most appealing, livable, and well-managed community in Canada,” please submit your application by following the instructions below:
The City of Richmond uses an applicant tracking system for candidates wishing to view and apply for available career opportunities. For further information regarding position details and to apply, please visit our website at https://www.richmond.ca/city-hall/careers.htm.
We are accepting applications until May 5, 2024
The City of Richmond is an inclusive employer committed to employment equity objectives and invites applications from all qualified individuals. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted. If you are unsuccessful, please accept our appreciation for your interest. No telephone inquiries please.
This position is restricted to those legally entitled to work in Canada.
Employment Length: Permanent
Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree
Job Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years
Rate: $150,854.00 to $188,567.00 Year
