Company Overview

Centrally located in downtown Vancouver, the British Columbia Securities Commission (BCSC) strives to make the investment markets benefit the public – enabling people to achieve their financial goals, enterprises to grow, and British Columbia to thrive.

Through smart rules, diligent oversight, strong enforcement and reliable guidance, we act as guardians of the province’s investment marketplace, striving to make BC a place where people can invest with confidence and companies can flourish. We are an independent agency accountable to the provincial legislature and the public through the Minister of Finance.

Litigation Counsel or Senior Litigation Counsel (Two Positions)

Enforcement

This is an exciting and challenging opportunity for an experienced litigation counsel or senior litigation counsel to join the BCSC’s Litigation Branch. As one of the successful candidates, you will:

· initiate and conduct enforcement proceedings before the BCSC;

· represent BCSC staff in all levels of court;

· work closely with other litigation counsel and investigation staff in preparing and presenting cases;

· make recommendations and provide enforcement related legal opinions based on BCSC priorities and objectives ; and

· liaise with other securities regulators and law enforcement agencies.

These positions act both independently and in conjunction with other litigation counsel and senior litigation counsel, and report directly to the Manager of Litigation and Director of Enforcement.

You are a dedicated legal professional with membership in the Law Society of British Columbia and you have a minimum of three years of relevant litigation experience for the litigation counsel position, or a minimum of ten years of experience for the senior litigation counsel position. Experience in conducting administrative litigation or criminal prosecutions is a definite asset. You will be required to work in a team environment and have a comprehensive understanding of administrative law. Superior analytical, interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral, complete your qualifications.

What we offer:

· Extensive benefit package including a defined benefit pension plan, medical and dental coverage, Wellness and Health Spending Account benefits, and 4 weeks of annual vacation

· Hybrid work model

· Beautiful downtown office

· Work life balance

· Professional development opportunities

· A collaborative Enforcement team to work with.

Salary Range:

The salary range for Litigation Counsel (generally up to 10 years of legal counsel experience) is $113,444 (minimum) - $151,014 (midpoint) - $188,585 (maximum).

The salary range for Senior Litigation Counsel (generally 10+ years of legal counsel experience) is $135,479 (minimum) - $175,947 (midpoint) - $216,414 (maximum).

The starting salary for this position will be determined considering the successful candidate’s relevant experience and education, salaries of other employees in the same salary range, market conditions and other relevant factors. Starting salaries are normally below the salary band midpoint.

Please visit our Careers page to submit your cover letter and resume for this position, quoting competition 24:114 by March 22, 2024.

The BC Securities Commission embraces diversity and is committed to building an inclusive workforce that celebrates the richness of our community.

Candidates must be authorized to work in Canada. Investment restrictions apply.