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Senior Legislative Counsel

Government of Alberta · Justice

This job in plain words

This temporary full-time job in Edmonton is with the Legislative Counsel Office of Alberta Justice. The senior legal expert drafts complex government bills, regulations and Orders in Council, and mentors other legislative counsel.

Open to the public

Can you apply?

This is an open competition, so anyone who meets the requirements can apply. Citizenship or work permit rules are not stated.

Education
Bachelor's degree · Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) or Juris Doctor (JD) required. A graduate diploma or professional certificate in legislative drafting is an asset.
Experience
Minimum 11 years of legal experience required. Preferred: at least 8 years drafting legislation in a government legislative counsel office.
Job type
Full time, temporary, 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:15 am to 4:30 pm. Two positions for 2 years, with possible extension.

What they ask for:

  • Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) or Juris Doctor (JD) required.
  • Active member of, or immediately eligible for, the Law Society of Alberta.
  • Minimum 11 years of legal experience required.
  • Cover letter required with your application.
  • Preferred: at least 8 years as a legislative drafter in a government office.

What you would do

  • Give expert legal advice on complex, strategic legislative proposals.
  • Lead high-profile legislative projects with major legal and policy issues.
  • Assess legal and implementation risks and recommend practical solutions.
  • Draft complex bills, regulations and Orders in Council.
  • Mentor and coach other legislative counsel in the office.

How to apply

Apply online through the official job posting. Include a cover letter and a resume that shows months and years for all education and work experience.

Good to know:

  • Two temporary positions for 2 years, with possible extension. The posting may also fill similar future jobs.
  • Final candidates must pass a security screening. The candidate pays check costs and interview travel.
  • The job is at Bowker Building, 9833 - 109 Street, Edmonton.
  • The competition may fill future vacancies at the same or lower classification level.

We wrote this summary automatically from the official posting. Only the posting on the Government of Alberta career site counts: read it before you apply.

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