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Legal Counsel

Date:  May 27, 2026
Location: 

Vancouver, British Columbia, CA, V6C 2T8

Company:  BC Financial Services Authority

Posting Title: Legal Counsel 
Department: Enterprise Enablement   
Full/Part Time: Full Time  
Job Type:  Permanent  
Location: Vancouver  
Work Arrangement: Hybrid  
Salary Range: $123,845.00 - $192,062.00  
Close Date: June 14, 2026  

 

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 counsel and support for administrative, regulatory, and disciplinary processes involved in regulating the financial services sectors (e.g., litigation, hearings, and judicial review of complex issues).   

 

ACCOUNTABILITIES  

  • Researches and provides legal opinions on issues, cases, and ethical conflicts that may have implications for the Crown, stakeholders, consumers, and/or the public. 

  • Researches and assesses legal trends and emerging issues and provides expert, timely, and practical legal advice, support, and counsel on impacts. 

  • Provides support and advice on a variety of legal issues including privacy law and access to information, regulatory compliance, and effective governance of the organization. 

  • Provides advice to senior leaders on potential areas of litigation and makes recommendations to avoid or minimize risks. 

  • Conducts considerable legal analysis and evaluation of complex issues to develop litigation files. 

  • Manages litigation and represents the corporation during legal proceedings, court appearances, lawsuits, and other legal matters. 

  • Provides support, advice and guidance to staff and consultants, and may provide independent counsel to employees. 

  • Interviews and prepares witnesses, organizes evidence, books of documents, and case authorities. 

  • Provides support to Hearing Officers. 

  • 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. 

  • Knowledge of FOIPP Act. 

  • Demonstrated mediation and negotiation skills. 

  • Strong analytical and legal research skills. 

  • Strong written and verbal communications skills. 

  • Excellent judgement.  

 

EDUCATION 

  • Law Degree, a member of the Law Society of BC, and significant experience with litigation and administrative law processes, 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.

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