Job Description

Financial & Consumer Affairs Authority of Saskatchewan

Position: Legal Counsel, Litigation

Employment Type: Permanent Full time

Location: Regina

About You:

You are a determined and driven litigation lawyer with a strong interest in securities and derivatives, capital markets, administrative law, and financial regulation. You are passionate about protecting Saskatchewan businesses and investors and motivated to seek accountability against bad actors.

About Us:

The FCAA protects Saskatchewan consumers and investors and fosters fair and efficient markets by providing effective, balanced, and timely marketplace regulation.

The Securities Division within the FCAA regulates the investment industry (specifically, the sale of securities and derivatives) in the province. Our work is fundamental to the economic well-being of Saskatchewan. We protect investors through registration, disclosure, audits, complaint handling, and enforcement activities.

What is the Opportunity?

In this position, you will put your legal acumen to the service of your community. You will lead administrative hearings before hearing panels of FCAA, attend court as required, and provide legal support to the Securities Division as needed.

You will work closely with management, staff and stakeholders, do challenging and motivating work while maintaining work-life balance and flexibility.

What do you need to succeed?

Our ideal candidate:

Has a university degree in law and membership in, or qualification for membership in, the Law Society of Saskatchewan.

Has comprehensive knowledge of contract law, corporate law, and administrative law.

Has experience in conducting civil litigation, regulatory proceedings, or criminal prosecutions.

Shares our passion for administrative law and public policy formulation.

What's in it for you?

As an employer, we believe in the importance of balancing responsibilities and interests outside of work with the demands of the workplace and offer flexible work arrangements. We value our people and appreciate their hard work and we have a culture of respect, collaboration, openness, and recognition.

The FCAA offers:

Competitive compensation. The salary range for this position is $7,642-$15,117 monthly.

Comprehensive health benefits including life insurance, medical, dental, extended health plan, and long-term disability.

Employer sponsored pension plan. Highly specialized training opportunities throughout North America. Positive workplace, strong corporate culture. Career growth potential. Excellent work-life balance, including the potential to work remotely.
To join the FCAA team, please send your resume and cover letter to: fcaacareers@gov.sk.ca

Closing Date: April 26, 2024

We wish to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. However, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $7,642.00-$15,117.00 per month

Benefits:

Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance Paid time off Vision care Wellness program
Flexible language requirement:

French not required
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-04-26