Legal Counsel (14-month Contract)

Date: Oct 2, 2026 Location: Vancouver, British Columbia, CA, V6C 2T8 Company: BC Financial Services Authority Posting Title: Legal Counsel (14-month Contract) Department: Enterprise Enablement Full/Part Time: Full Time Job Type: Contract Location: Vancouver Work Arrangement: Hybrid Salary Range: $95,000.00 - $115,000.00 Close Date: October 16, 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 legal advice in relation to the financial services sectors regulated by BCFSA, including advice relating to compliance, regulatory, licensing and disciplinary matters, and in relation to BCFSA’s own legal matters, including contracts, claims, privacy matters and freedom of information. ACCOUNTABILITIES Research and provide legal opinions on compliance, regulatory, licensing and disciplinary matters relating to credit unions, trust companies, pension funds, insurance, real estate brokerages and agents, mortgage brokerages and agents, real estate development, strata developments and money services businesses. Analysis and interpretation of regulatory statutes within the authority of BCFSA. Drafting of regulatory statements, briefing notes, policies, memoranda, correspondence and other documents. Provide support and advice on legal issues relating to privacy law and access to information. Review and revision of and advise on contracts and procurement documents. Conduct legal analysis and evaluation of claims and litigation. Monitor regulatory developments and prepare updates for management and business teams. Contribute to the legal team’s development of internal work practices (e.g., policies, procedures, and tools). Contribute to, participate in, and support organizational business transformation initiatives. JOB REQUIREMENTS One to three years of legal experience, p…

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