Legal Counsel

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Intent of the process

A pool of qualified candidates will be created to staff future vacant positions within the Federal Public Service.

Positions to be filled: 2

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A covering letter in 2,500 words (maximum) "A covering letter in 2,500 words (maximum). The covering letter will be used to assess the essential and asset experience criteria. Describe, using concrete examples, how you meet these qualifications."

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

Law degree from a recognized university.

*Recent and **extensive experience in legal writing, in conducting legal research and in legal analysis.

*Recent experience in providing legal advice to senior management or judges.

*Recent experience is defined as being within the last two (2) years.
** Extensive is understood to mean the depth and breadth of the experience associated with having performed a broad range of various and complex activities that is normally acquired over a period of four (4) years.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

Bilingual - Imperative (CCC/CCC)

Information on language requirements

Knowledge of the role and function of the Supreme Court of Canada.
Knowledge of the jurisdiction of the Supreme Court of Canada.

Ability to summarize facts and legal issues relating to cases before the Court.
Ability to analyse complex judgments and draft case abstracts and memoranda.
Excellent writing and editing skills.
Ability to communicate effectively orally.
Ability to make recommendations and provide sound legal advice.
Ability to work under pressure with multiple conflicting priorities.

Judgment
Effective interpersonal relationships
Reliability

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

As the Supreme Court of Canada considers cases from all jurisdictions in Canada, degree(s) from a recognized university in both the civil law and common law would be an asset.

Degree equivalency

Experience working in a judicial environment.

Experience in editing documents for publication, preferably legal documents.

Experience in conducting civil litigation would be an asset.

Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women

Information on employment equity

Willingness and ability to work late as required.

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.