Lawyer and Lawyer

Lawyer 1 and Lawyer 2
Office of the Attorney General
Department of Justice and Public Safety
Corporate, Commercial and Property Law Group - Legal Services
Fredericton, NB
Open Competition/Permanent

Who we are
The work we do has a positive impact on our communities, and helps improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers. Together, we are over 45,000 New Brunswickers who are passionate problem-solvers, who make a difference and are proud to call New Brunswick home.

The Department of Justice and Public Safety is dedicated to the rule of law, the promotion of the public interest, and the impartial administration of justice and works to improve the safety, security and resiliency of communities and citizens.

The Attorney General is the law officer of the Executive Council and is responsible to see that the administration of public affairs is in accordance with the law and to ensure protection of the public interest. The Legal Services Division of the Office of the Attorney General provides civil and constitutional legal advice and representation to all provincial government departments and some related agencies.

The Office of the Attorney General is seeking an individual to join the Legal Services Division as Lawyer 1 or Lawyer 2 within the Corporate, Commercial and Property Law Group.

What you will do
As a member of the Corporate, Commercial, and Property Law Group, the successful candidate will work with other lawyers in a team setting and will be responsible for conducting real property transactions including purchases, sales and leases, providing legal advice on commercial and contractual matters including preparation of documentation to further the business objectives of government departments and must have a thorough understanding of, and previous experience in, corporate, commercial, and property law.

Work environment

• Location: Chancery Place, Fredericton, NB
• Opportunity for hybrid work arrangement within New Brunswick, with prior approval from management
• Minimum 36.25 work hours per week
• We promote a scent-reduced environment

Your attitude, skills and interests are just as important as your area of study. We are looking for diverse backgrounds that bring a combination of the following:

Behavioral Competencies: The successful candidate will possess the following behavioural competencies:

• Analytical thinking / judgment,
• Client service orientation,
• Effective interactive communication,
• Initiative,
• Self-control/stamina,
• Commitment to learning, and
• Teamwork and cooperation.

Need to have (essential skills and qualifications)

• Law Degree;
• Membership in good standing or eligibility for membership in good standing with the Law Society of New Brunswick;
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in Corporate, Commercial and/or Property Law.
• Successful candidates will be required to undergo a criminal history clearance and security clearance check .

Candidates with less than 8 years of membership in good standing at the Bar will be considered as a Lawyer 1. Candidates with 8 years or more will be considered as a Lawyer 2. Please state your date of admission to a Canadian Law society.

Written and spoken competence in English is required. Please state your language capability.

Candidates must demonstrate on their applications how they have acquired the education and experience for this position. Your résumé should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment. Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration. Please indicate in your resumé your language preference for an interview.

Applicants are required to submit with their application a writing sample of no more than five pages that they have authored within the last five years. If applying by email or mail, please attach/include the writing sample. If applying online, please send the writing sample in a separate email to [email protected]

Nice to Have (asset qualifications)
Preference may be given to candidates who demonstrate, commensurate with years at the Bar:

• A business or commerce undergraduate degree
• Practice experience in the area of Bankruptcy and Insolvency Law

Subject to the response to this competition, candidates may be required to demonstrate on their application one or more of the asset qualifications in addition to the essential qualifications in order to be given further consideration.

Operational requirements

• Travel;
• Possession of a valid driver's license; and
• Working outside of regular hours of work without prior notice.

Wage
$79,482 to $144,378 annually, depending on education and experience.

What can GNB offer you?

• Comprehensive benefits package and the Public Service Shared Risk Pension Plan;
• Opportunities for career growth, professional development and training;
• Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services;
• Additional benefits based on collective agreement.

Providing a safe workplace for all. Your health and safety are important to us. GNB has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your health and safety.

How to apply
We encourage applicants to apply on-line at by mail at the following address or by email at [email protected] by May 31, 2024, indicating competition number
R78-2024-0098 .

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

Department of Justice and Public Safety
Human Resource Services
Marysville Place
20 McGloin St., 3rd Floor
PO Box 6000
Fredericton, NB E3A 5T8
Tel:

We thank all those who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities in which we live and serve. We encourage and support applications from Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups. Candidates registered with the Equal Employment Opportunity Program and veterans, who are among the most qualified, will be given preference at the time of selection.

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