Requisition number
201147E
Date posted
07/06/2026
Legal Counsel (Junior Level) PHSA Corporate
Vancouver, BC
The Legal Counsel (Junior Level) works in collaboration with PHSA Associate and Senior Legal Counsel on the provision of a broad range of legal services to the organization to ensure maintenance of its operations and provides in-house legal support and consultation on processes, policies and contracts. Also provides timely and well-reasoned legal opinion and advice to internal and external stakeholders in respect of general and complex legal matters pertaining to risk management issues, legal review of Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPPA) requests and other legal issues as they arise, and where required, represents the organization in Small Claims Court and in matters before administrative tribunals. The Legal Advisor receives support and mentorship from PHSA Legal Counsel on issues of increased complexity and organizational impact.
What you'll do - Provide legal counsel and guidance to corporate and operational departments and senior leadership on a wide variety of legal matters/issues. Review, research, interpret and prepares legal opinions. Anticipates and identifies legal issues and counsels senior leadership to develop legal strategies and solutions to address, prevent and/or eliminate situations of legal risk.
- Provides advice on regulatory compliance and public law principles, including principles of good governance, transparency and public accountability.
- Draft, review, amend, and interpret contracts, leases, forms, documents, proposals, policies, guidelines, and strategy papers for legal effect, and provides constructive advice and input. Provides guidance on implications and courses of action and represents the organization in negotiations with external organizations and agencies. Advises on business risk mitigation strategies where legal exposures exist.
- Represent the organization at various hearings such as in Small Claims Court and in matters before administrative tribunals and presents arguments.
What you bring - A level of education, training, and experience equivalent to a Law Degree from an accredited University supplemented by a minimum of two (2) to five (5) years' recent, related in-house and/or external legal corporate law experience.
- Current member in good standing of the Law Society of British Columbia.
- Demonstrated knowledge of BC corporate, healthcare, privacy law and regulations and a track record of building a team environment.
- Excellent customer service, strong leadership, engagement and communication competencies, in addition to the integrity, trust and professionalism that the role requires.
What we bring Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That's why we're focused on your care too - offering health, wellness, development programs to support you - at work and at home.
- Join one of BC's largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations - offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
- Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San'yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
- Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
- Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
- PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
- Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.
Job Type: Regular, Full-Time
Salary Range: $108,147 - $155,461/year. The starting salary for this position would be determined with consideration of the successful candidate's relevant education and experience and would be in alignment with the provincial compensation reference plan. Salary will be prorated accordingly for part-time roles.
Location: 1333 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC
Closing date: Until Filled
Hours of Work: 08:30-16:30 Monday-Friday
Requisition #: 201147E
