Reporting to the General Counsel and Corporate Secretary, the Associate General Counsel is responsible for providing strategic legal advice for a broad range of legal matters to ensure BC Housing is managing legal risk and is in compliance with the law. He/she/they works closely with the General Counsel and Corporate Secretary, Board, CEO, Executive Team, and management team to identify and leverage risk, strategies, and operational needs. The position will manage legal matters, supervise a team of in-house lawyers, and oversee external counsel to ensure BC Housing satisfies its legislative obligations, reduces its exposure to risk and negative organizational impacts, and enters into commercial terms that optimize the organization’s objectives. The role, along with BC Housing's legal unit provides a broad range of corporate services to all business units within the Commission, including providing strategic legal advice with matters related to: public procurement, privacy, insurance, compliance, construction, information technology, energy, litigation, employment and labour, commercial leasing, and other agreements (e.
G.: housing, purchase and sale, secured financing, services, and licenses). The position will provide reporting on legal risks and strategy areas to the Executive Committee, Board of Commissioners, Ministry of Housing, and other relevant stakeholders. Bachelor's degree and a Law Degree (LL.
Extensive legal experience gained through in-house and/or reputable external firm. Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience acceptable to the employer. Ability to learn and understand BC Housing's mandate, programs,



and policies in delivering social housing programs and services throughout the province. Ability to draft and negotiate complex agreements including service contracts, partnership agreements, public procurement documentation, insurance provisions, and other legal documents. Ability to manage and provide advice on complex litigation matters, with appropriate assistance from in-house and/or external counsel. Ability to explain complex legal issues and provide recommendations to address issues to a wide range of audience within and outside of BC Housing. Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with private and non-profit partners, various government agencies, external legal counsels, various associations/councils, and other key stakeholders. Excellent consultative, facilitation, consensus building, and conflict resolution skills. Excellent skill in researching and investigating issues, determining facts and applying law and policy and making reasoned analyses. Criminal Record Check is required. Successful applicant(s) are subject to a satisfactory criminal record search and are required to maintain Security Clearance throughout their employment. Indigenous candidates are welcome to connect with an Indigenous team member in our organization to discuss the recruitment process and our workplace,



please contact hr_admin@bchousing.
This created position is subject to the provisions of article 3.2 of the BCGEU Administrative/Clerical Division collective agreement. The permanent excluded status of this position remains outstanding and may be established as a BCGEU position. BC Housing offers competitive salaries and an excellent benefits package. When employees go home at the end of the day, they experience the satisfaction of knowing they've helped provide safe, affordable housing for British Columbians. In-house training, and training at other institutions, for courses related to employees' current positions or to prepare them for advancement within BC Housing. Wellness programs including physical fitness, programs to help employees quit smoking, free flu shots, mental health resources, and lunch-and-learn lectures and seminars. Recognition programs including long-term service awards, idea recognition and outstanding performance awards. An active Social Club that organizes special events like seasonal parties and arranges group discounts to other events. Participation in community and charitable events. BC Housing thanks all applicants for their interest; we invite and welcome applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, People with Disabilities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, and all people committed to meaningful work that makes a difference. Our supportive and cooperative workplace balances engaging and challenging work with personal development and wellness initiatives. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter + LinkedIn #

📌 Associate General Counsel, Compliance (Winnipeg)
🏢 BC Housing
📍 Winnipeg