OverviewAre you passionate about administrative law and employment law? WorkSafeBC's Law and Policy division is seeking a
Senior Counsel and Manager, Administrative Law and Employment Law (Senior Manager, Legal Services) with at least 7 years of experience to join us. The Senior Manager will lead a team of professionals and oversee the written hearing process for prohibited action complaints made under the Workers Compensation Act ("WCA") related to workplace reprisals for exercising health and safety rights.
How you'll make a difference: You'll ensure WorkSafeBC is serving stakeholders across B.C. effectively.
What you'll do - Provide senior leadership to the managers, lawyers and support staff accountable for the prohibited action complaints adjudication process.
- Provide strategic legal direction and oversight to ensure proceedings are conducted fairly and efficiently and aligned with applicable law and policy.
- Lead and support the delivery of high quality, timely and well-reasoned decisions, fostering excellence in legal analysis, writing and decision-making.
- Lead and develop the legal team, setting direction for professional development and building legal capability through coaching, mentorship and thoughtful guidance
- Exercise sound judgment in navigating complex legal and operational issues, balancing competing priorities and risks.
- Be responsive to and work collaboratively with stakeholders, including the Workers' Advisers Office, the Employers' Advisers Office and the Workers' Compensation Appeal Tribunal, to ensure the efficient functioning of the prohibited action complaints process
- Identify opportunities to continuously improve service delivery, processes and practices, and lead initiatives that enhance the efficiency, quality and effectiveness of the adjudication function.
Is this a good fit for you?We're looking for an experienced lawyer who:
- Brings significant legal experience in the practice of administrative law and/or employment law.
- Possesses strong legal judgment and a demonstrated ability to navigate complex and evolving legal issues.
- Demonstrates the ability to manage strategic priorities with effective day-to-day leadership and operational oversight.
- Is solution-oriented and business-minded, with the ability to generate creative options for problem resolution.
- Is committed to continuous improvement and service excellence, actively seeking out opportunities to make processes more efficient and effective.
- Leads and inspires a high-performing legal team, supporting professional development and fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability.
- Engages respectfully and effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including those from diverse backgrounds and sectors.
- Consistently models the appropriate level of organizational behaviours expected of all WorkSafeBC employees: responsive, respectful, fair, collaborative, accountable, and forward thinking.
Your background and experience - A law degree (LLB or JD)
- A member in good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia
- A minimum of 7 years of experience practicing administrative law and/or employment law
- Strong and proven leadership, management and/or supervisory experience is preferred
Important to know Before we can finalize any offer of employment, you must:
- Successfully meet the legal requirements under the Criminal Records Review Act to work with vulnerable adults.
- Confirm you're legally entitled to work in Canada
Our benefits As a member of our team, you'll have access to services and benefits that help you get the most out of work - and life. Along with a competitive salary, your total compensation package includes:
- Defined benefit pension plan that provides you with a lifetime monthly pension when you retire
- 4 weeks of vacation in your first year, with regular increases based on years of service
- Benefits package that includes customizable options for health care and dental benefits, additional days off, and a health care spending account
- O tional leave arrangements
- Development opportunities (tuition reimbursement, leadership development, and more)
Salary: $172,627- $209,742/annually
Want to apply? - Applications are welcomed immediately; however, must be received no later than 4:30 p.m. PST on the closing date.
- In addition to your resume and cover letter, please submit a self-authored writing sample analyzing a complex legal issue in administrative law or employment law.
- Please note that we will be starting assessments prior to the closing date.
We encourage all qualified applicants to apply. If you require an accommodation in the assessment process, please email Recruitment Testing Accommodation (SM) when you submit your application.
Any additional application materials must be received by email to P&C Talent Acquisition (SM) by 4:30 p.m. PST on the closing date of the competition.
