Organization Strathcona CountyRegion AlbertaApplication Deadline April 22, 2026 before 23:30Type Full TimeCategory Legal servicesDescription Here is an exciting prospect for a bright and ambitious Lawyer to get exposure to diverse areas of law while providing expert legal counsel! Reporting to the Manager of Legal Services you will provide legal and strategic advice predominantly on novel or unique matters and matters of medium to high risk and legal complexity to Council, Senior Administration, and other County employees to guide municipal policies, decisions, and activities. You will also assist in mentoring the Legal Counsel I position and supervising Legal Assistants where appropriate.Key ResponsibilitiesConfer with and advise employees on legal questions pertaining to their respective powers, duties, functions, and obligationsDraft and review medium to highly complex legal documents, contracts and agreements, bylaws, policies, leases, licenses, notices and other legal documents, to ensure they reflect the County's intent, limit liability, comply with applicable law and protect the County's interestsReview, research, draft, negotiate and advise on a broad range of contracts, public bids and other legal documents, represent the County in contractual, commercial or property transactions and advise on disputesProvide legal and strategic advice on unique and novel and medium to high complexity legal issues to the Manager, the Director of Legislative, Legal and Procurement, Executive Team, and Council in relation to their duties and the business of the CountyAttend or support Legislative, Legal and Procurement, Director in attending Council, Committee, and Executive Team meetings if requested or required for a file under this position's managementIn some cases,



conduct quasi‑litigation and administrative tribunal matters and prosecutions and enforcement of orders under the Municipal Government Act, various bylaws, and other provincial statutesMentor, direct and assist Legal Counsel I colleagues in providing legal or strategic advice or in practice management more generally, including when requested by the Legal Counsel I or ManagerAdministration of legal services and ensure effective and efficient use of budgeted funds, personnel, materials, facilities, and timeDevelop and lead legal services process improvements and provide assistance to Manager on such projects when requestedBuild and maintain positive working relationships with co‑workers, other County employees and the publicIn conjunction with the Privacy Officer, review responses to public disclosure requests, when requiredWork collaboratively with external legal service providers working on specific projectsRequirementsLaw degree from an accredited university, with active membership in good standing with the Law Society of AlbertaMinimum 7 years' experience in an active solicitor practice with experience in one or more areas of law relevant to a municipal corporation such as contracts, construction, public procurement, planning and development and land use, information technology, real property, privacy and administrative lawExtensive experience in planning and development, public procurement, or construction law is highly desirableExperience and knowledge in diverse areas of law such as contract law,



litigation and administrative tribunal, bylaw prosecutions and enforcement orders, privacy, public procurement, etc. is highly beneficialA broad knowledgebase of areas of federal and provincial laws and the common law affecting municipal governmentsDemonstrated ability to provide timely, practical legal advice on complex, high priority, and high profile mattersAdvanced legal drafting skills, including the preparation and review of contracts and agreements, bylaws, policies, leases, licences, notices, and other legal instrumentsStrong legal research, report writing, and recordkeeping skills, with knowledge of applicable laws, rules, regulations, and civil procedure and rules of courtExcellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex legal issues to a variety of audiencesHighly developed negotiation, interpersonal, and relationship management skills, exercising tact, patience, and professionalismStrong organizational, analytical, and decision‑making skills, combined with sound judgment and political acumenDemonstrated initiative, attention to detail, and ability to work independently while managing competing prioritiesProficiency in the use of Microsoft Office, SharePoint, and other relevant software applicationsExperience providing legal services within a local government or public sector environment is considered an assetConditions Of EmploymentSubmission of a satisfactory criminal record checkSome evening and weekend work may be required, along with some travel to off‑site locationsSalary & Benefits Salary Range: $134,570.80 - $176,176.00Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, which includes:Extended health and dental coverageHealth and wellness spending

📌 Legal Counsel Ii - C$134,570.8 - C$176,176 A Year (Strathcona County)
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