General Counsel

We are currently hiring for a General Counsel. This regular opportunity, in the Administration Department, has full time hours.As a General Counsel, you will:be responsible and accountable for the provision of legal advice, guidance and services to the Commission's Executive Management Teamensures that the Commission conducts its business in compliance with its governing statute and other applicable legislation and regulationsprovide and oversee all legal services and corporate governance practicesprovide advice, guidance and interpretation for property and land purchases, contract reviews and negotiations, regulatory affairs, key project management initiatives, and supporting the organization's Human Resources functionsbe involved in enforcement and interpretation of governing legislation and regulationsassume the role of Secretary to the Commission Board providing governance oversight in matters relating to the BoardTo do this job, you need to have:an LL.B. or J.D. from a recognized common law schoola minimum of 10 years' experience as a practicing lawyer, either as a Corporate Counsel or member of a law firmbroad knowledge of commercial / corporate lawbe a member or is eligible for membership in the Nova Scotia Barexperience with Regulated Industries would be an assetThis job is a non-unionized job. The job description and benefits to working at Halifax Water can be viewed on the Halifax Water website (Work for Halifax Water | Halifax Water).Halifax Water Is An Equal Opportunity Employer. This means: Our goal is to be a diverse workplace, that is representative of the community we serve, at all job levels. We believe a diverse workforce positively contributes to our success, and the success of our community.We encourage applications from qualified African Nova Scotians, LGBTQ+ community, racially visible persons, women in non-traditional positions, persons with disabilities and Indigenous persons. You are encouraged to self-identify in the cover letter.Application Deadline is 12 noon on May 3, 2024.Thank you for applying for a job with us. We will contact you only if we choose you for an interview.If offered the job:You will need to successfully pass a background check.You may need to successfully pass other pre-employment testing, which could include a satisfactory drivers abstract and a satisfactory drug and alcohol test.

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