General Counsel

Job summary

Provide legal opinions and advice to senior leadership and Council regarding Aboriginal law and self-government implementation. Oversee external counsel and support organizational growth in areas such as development and housing.

Job details

Join a growing and forward-thinking organization in a key in-house Legal Counsel role where your expertise in Aboriginal law and self-government will directly contribute to major organizational initiatives. Reporting to senior leadership and working closely with Council, you will provide trusted legal advice, help advance self-government implementation, oversee external legal counsel, and play an important role in supporting development, housing, and organizational growth. Compensation Salary commensurate with experience Benefits & Perks 4 weeks vacation 11% pension contribution Comprehensive benefits package Legal and Professional dues covered Responsibilities Provide confident, practical legal opinions and advice to senior leadership, Council, committees, and internal stakeholders Advise on matters relating to Aboriginal law, self-government, and self-government implementation Identify legal and operational issues, assess risk, and provide clear recommendations to help move initiatives forward Manage the organization's broader self-government implementation plan by navigating legal and operational considerations Support significant organizational initiatives involving development, housing, administration, and continued growth Qualifications Be called to the BC Bar and be in good standing Ideal 7 - 10 years of post call experience Extensive experience with Aboriginal Law Strong understanding of self-government structures and implementation processes Highly organized with excellent communication and interpersonal skills At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff, Impact Recruitment, and Vantix Systems — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers. Accommodation is available upon request throughout all stages of the recruitment process.

What you’ll do

Provide legal opinions and advice to senior leadership and Council regarding Aboriginal law and self-government implementation. Oversee external counsel and support organizational growth in areas such as development and housing.

Requirements

Must be called to the BC Bar in good standing with ideally 7-10 years of post-call experience. Requires extensive expertise in Aboriginal law and self-government structures.

Benefits

• 4 Weeks Vacation • 11% Pension Contribution • Comprehensive Benefits Package • Legal And Professional Dues Covered

Listed skills

• interpersonal communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Aboriginal Law
• Self-Government Implementation
• Legal Advice
• Risk Assessment
• External Counsel Management
• Development Law
• Housing Law
• Interpersonal Communication

Job areas

• Legal
• Government & Public Sector
• Management & Leadership