Job Description

Location: Mount Pearl Square

Solicitor IV
HR Legal Services Department
Permanent, Full Time
26509POS
Hours 70 bi-weekly (8-hour days)
Salary In accordance with the Solicitor\'s Pay Plan of Newfoundland and Labrador (SOL IV)
Competition Number 2023004113
Posted Date 23 June 2023
Closing Date 7 July 2023

About Us
Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services (NL Health Services) brings together five former separate health entities - Eastern Health, Central Health, Western Health, Labrador-Grenfell Health, and the Newfoundland and Labrador Centre for Health Information. The creation of a provincial health authority was announced following recommendations from Health Accord NL.

NL Health Services is responsible for delivering health and community services to more than 528,000 people living in Newfoundland and Labrador and employs over 21,000 people. NLHealthServices.ca

Job Summary
The successful candidate will work under the direction and supervision of Senior Legal Counsel, HR Legal Services Department and will report administratively to the Vice President, Human Resources, NL Health Services. This position will provide legal services to clients located in all of the Zones within NL Health Services on a broad range of human resources premised issues including, but not limited to: Drafting and/or review of legal documents and agreements, managing litigation, attendance at Hearings on the behalf of NL Health Services, advising senior leadership on employment, labour, human rights, privacy, contracts and other matters as may arise. Experience in administrative law would be considered an asset.

Job Qualifications
Education
Bachelor\'s Degree in Law is required.

Experience
A minimum of five years\' experience of legal practice evidencing strong litigation, analytical and negotiation skills.
Experience in a general practice or in house counsel setting would be considered an asset.
Experience in administrative law would be considered an asset.
Equivalent experience may be considered.

Competencies (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)
A required strong understanding of general legal principles and an ability to maintain a diverse legal practice.
High level of interpersonal, negotiation and networking skills in order to establish and maintain positive relationships with staff at all levels of the organizations and with all external stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to work independently.
Ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, and changing workload requirements.
Demonstrated superior oral and written communication skills.

Other
Must be eligible for membership or be an active member, in good standing, with the Law Society of Newfoundland and Labrador.
This position will provide support to other Solicitors\' within the HR Legal Services Department as may be required.
Occasional travel within the Province will be required.
A satisfactory record of work performance and attendance is required.

Please submit your resume/cover letter, clearly demonstrating how you meet the required qualifications.

Apply online at https://employment.easternhealth.ca

Upon successfully applying for a vacancy then you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive this email please contact Recruitment 777-7777 ext 5-2 immediately

To become a part of our team, please submit an up to date resume/cover letter or application form online, clearly demonstrating how you meet the required qualifications. Include your current mailing address, day-time contact number, e-mail address, competition and employee number if applicable.

Contact Information for Recruitment Related Inquiries:

Telephone: (709) 777-7777 (5-2) or 1-800-563-3693
Email: employment@easternhealth.ca. Applications/resumes are not accepted at this email address.

If you are no longer interested in the position, you can withdraw your application by emailing employment@easternhealth.ca as soon as possible.

Eastern Health is committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes. We will be happy to work with applicants requesting support during the process. If you have any questions, feel free to contact our Recruitment Line at 777-7777 press 5 then press 2 (long distance 1-800-563-3693) outlining how we can help.

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Certificate of Conduct from the RCMP or local Police (Vulnerable Sector Check may be required), educational documents, registration/licensure if applicable and Social Insurance Number.

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