Job Description

Posting Title: Legal Counsel (1 Year Contract)

Department: Financial Professionals

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Job Type: Contract

Location: Vancouver

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Salary Range: $120,824.00 - $140,000.00

Close Date: October 19, 2025

Job Summary

BC Financial Services Authority ("BCFSA") helps to protect British Columbians during the biggest financial decisions in their lives. We regulate B.C. 's financial services sector, including credit unions, real estate licensees, registered pension plans, insurance and trust companies and mortgage brokers. Through modern, effective and efficient oversight, BCFSA protects consumers by impartially setting and enforcing standards across the entire sector ensuring the prosperity of the province.

BCFSA is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all groups. This includes Indigenous Peoples, women, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), and others who may contribute to diversity at BCFSA.

We recognize unique styles, perspectives, beliefs, and creativity that support a diverse, respectful, inclusive and collaborative work environment. To achieve this, we are committed to:

Hiring team members who represent the population we serve; Removing barriers that may prevent equitable employment; and Supporting respectful work environments where everyone feels included and able to produce excellent results.

BCFSA is proud to be selected as one of BC's Top Employers (2025) in recognition of our competitive compensation, work-life balance, and progressive programs.

WHAT WE OFFER:

When you join us, you become part of a high-performing team. Here, each Team Member can bring their unique talent to make outstanding contributions as we work towards the common goal of protecting British Columbians during the most important financial transactions in their lives. We offer:

Healthy living and work-life balance Comprehensive health and wellness benefits plan Opportunities for personal and professional development Competitive compensation A challenging and engaging team environment Defined benefits pension plan Our team members enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work model. They can choose every day where they want to work to be the most effective, from the comfort of their home to our beautiful office in downtown Vancouver. (Eligibility may vary, depending on position).

SUMMARY

The position is responsible for providing expert legal advice and advocacy in the prosecution and hearing of complex cases under the relevant legislation of the various financial sectors of BCFSA, the conduct of appeals to the Financial Services Tribunal (FST), and the conduct of judicial reviews to the BC Supreme Court, as applicable.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

Conducts legal research, prepares legal memoranda with recommendations for case file disposition, and provides expert legal advice on complex and/or sensitive legal matters. Identifies contraventions of RESA, MBA, FIA, and REDMA, and the respective Regulations and Rules, and drafts formal charges, prepares Notices of Hearing, agreed statements of facts, consent order proposals, and letters of advisement. Interviews and prepares witnesses, organizes evidence, books of documents, and case authorities. Conducts considerable legal analysis and evaluation to prepare written legal submissions for proceedings and communications on matters of significant legal importance. Assesses and recommend penalties based on facts of the case, all relevant precedents and sanctioning principles. Represents BCFSA at hearings, pre-hearing conferences, and settlement conferences, and prepares case file summaries for publication. Participates in appeals to the Financial Services Tribunal and applications for judicial review or other civil claims brought before the Supreme Court or the Provincial Court. Participates in the management of files referred from the Audit department relating to late financial report filings and/or other related conduct infractions. Participates in the development of policy and procedural solutions to organizational and regulatory challenges consistent with BCFSA's culture, establishing credibility within the organization, with licensees, the real estate industry, and the public. Contributes to the team's development of internal work practices (e.g., policies, procedures, and tools). Provides orientation and training to internal and/or external stakeholders within area of responsibility. Contributes to, participates in, and supports organizational business transformation initiatives.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Thorough knowledge of regulatory and administrative laws and regulations. Demonstrated negotiation skills. Strong analytical and legal research skills. Strong written and verbal communications skills. Excellent judgement and analytical skills.

EDUCATION

Law Degree, a member of the Law Society of BC, and significant experience conducting prosecution and appeals before regulatory tribunals, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

PROVISOS

Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada and living in British Columbia or intent to settle in the province.

Internal candidates are kindly requested to use their BCFSA email address when applying for this position. This will help us identify and streamline the internal application process.

Hiring Process Accommodation

BCFSA wants to ensure every job applicant is treated fairly and with respect and encourages applications from all candidates, including those with diverse abilities. We welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special support in the application process, including disability accommodation, in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Email us at careers@bcfsa.ca to notify us of any needs related to your job application.