Employment Lawyer (Westbank First Nation)

Who We Are

Located within the traditional unceded territory of the syilx people, Westbank First Nation (WFN) is a progressive and prosperous self-governing First Nation. WFN is dedicated to promoting a healthy and prosperous future to ensure its continued existence as a strong political, social and cultural community.

Westbank First Nation values Equality, Honesty and Fairness, Respect, Integrity, Accountability and Transparency, Sustainability, Understanding, Confidentiality and Efficiency.

About This Opportunity

Reporting to the Council Secretariat, the Employment Lawyer is responsible for all matters concerning the workplace and the legal rights of both employer and employees. This is a part-time position that requires the applicant to be set up to work from home.

Want to know more? You will…

• Upon request, support improvement of standard form agreements, contracts or other legal documentation and legal processes within WFN.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as necessary in the performance of the position, and as assigned by the Council Secretariat
• Advise on WFN-critical legal, compliance, competitive and risk-balancing issues, including employee mis/conduct, fraud/financial crime, and legal risks arising from daily operations ranging from contractual to intellectual incidences.
• Perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with WFN policies, standards and procedures, and as directed by the Council Secretariat
• Support the full scope of legal work, including interpretation, amendment and implementation of employment law, policies and procedures.
• Stay abreast of all Indigenous operational employment matters, including past WFN cases/documents and work with General Legal Counsel and the Human Resources Director or designate, on litigation cases related to legal liabilities or potential legal liabilities on behalf of WFN. This includes negotiations processes, court representation, and drafting/preparing claims.

Must Haves

• High-level awareness and knowledge of Indigenous/corporate law, structures of various levels of government and First Nation Self-governance
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in a legal, local government/public administration and corporate setting
• Indigenous Intercultural Competency Training
• Membership in good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia
• Trauma Informed Lawyering Training
• Extensive knowledge of federal laws and regulations
• Criminal Record Check with results acceptable to WFN

Perks Of Working At WFN

• Access to LinkedIn Learning for Professional Development
• Competitive compensation package including 3 weeks’ vacation
• Extended Health Care (including Vision and Paramedical Services), Dental, Basic Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and Health Spending Account
• Employee Recognition Program
• Municipal Pension Plan membership
• Access to Big White Season Passes (Summer & Winter)

Application Details

To review the full job description and to learn more about Westbank First Nation please visit our website at https://www.wfn.ca.

All applications must be submitted through our Employment Opportunities page. Ensure you attach your cover letter and resume. Incomplete or late submissions will not be accepted.

This opportunity will close at midnight on Sunday, May 7, 2023.

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