WorkSafeBC
Richmond, British Columbia, Canada
Job location
Richmond
Full-time / part-time
Full-time
Expected Salary Range
Salary is determined based on the candidate's qualifications and market conditions for the role.
Posting period
From 10/17/2024 to 10/30/2024
Overview
WorkSafeBC’s Law & Policy division is seeking a litigation lawyer with at least four years of call for the position of Litigation Counsel . Reporting to the Senior Manager, Litigation, you will take on a diverse range of complex legal work. As a key member of our legal team, you will handle matters such as pursuing claims costs from third parties responsible for worker injuries, recovering outstanding assessments from delinquent employers, and addressing overpayments involving fraud or misrepresentation. Your role will involve advocating on behalf of WorkSafeBC to ensure that claims are resolved effectively and efficiently. In this dynamic position, you will also be responsible for defending the decisions of WorkSafeBC staff in legal challenges, such as judicial reviews, human rights complaints, and professional body investigations. Additionally, you will support Prevention Officers by providing legal advice on administrative penalties and enforcement actions and seek court injunctions to ensure compliance with the Workers Compensation Act and related regulations. You will represent WorkSafeBC in various levels of court and contribute your legal expertise to a collaborative team environment committed to maintaining fair and effective workplace safety standards. How you’ll make a difference: You’ll ensure WorkSafeBC is effectively serving stakeholders across B.C. Where you’ll work At WorkSafeBC, we offer a hybrid work model that combines the convenience of working remotely with the dynamism of working in one of our offices, based on the operational needs of the position.
In this role, you will work primarily from our Richmond office with some flexibility to work from your home in B.C.
What you'll do
Act as a confidential advisor to WorkSafeBC management, represent WorkSafeBC in court, focusing on litigation and Claims litigation matters
Be responsive to and work collaboratively with clients to provide solutions to complex legal matters
Work with client groups to continuously improve service delivery
Participate in policy development and business planning activities
Provide input into policy development and planning, implementing changes and initiatives
Keep professional skills sharp to provide high quality and timely legal services
Get to know WorkSafeBC as an organization, understanding what we do and what our goals are
Is this a good fit for you?
We're looking for someone who:
Demonstrates skills in planning, organizing and delivering litigation services
Possesses excellent analytical skill and insight, along with a strong ability to research, understand, and argue complex legal issues
Constantly strives to grow and develop as a lawyer, and takes pride in producing a high-quality legal product
Takes an outcome-oriented and problem-solving approach with clients and team members to resolve an issue
Can interact with management, peers, and clients in a confident, professional and objective manner
Your background and experience
A member in good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia
At least four years of post-call experience (private practice or a combination of private practice and in-house) practicing in litigation and administrative law within the last ten years
Significant courtroom experience with strong presentation and public speaking abilities
Important to know
Before we can finalize any offer of employment, you must confirm you’re legally entitled to work in Canada. WorkSafeBC’s COVID-19 Employee Mandatory Vaccine Policy (the “Policy”) is suspended effective January 9, 2023, however we reserve the right to re-implement it in response to changes in the public health landscape, including public health orders. We are committed to the protection, health, and safety of our employees and our Communicable Disease Prevention Program and related protocols remain in effect. Who we are
At WorkSafeBC, we promote safe and healthy workplaces across British Columbia. We partner with workers and employers to save lives and prevent injury, disease, and disability. When work-related injuries or diseases occur, we provide compensation and support injured workers in their recovery, rehabilitation, and safe return to work. We’re honoured to serve the 2.49 million workers and 263,000 registered employers in our province.
What’s it like to work at WorkSafeBC?
It’s challenging, stimulating, and rewarding. Our positions offer diversity and opportunities for professional growth. Every day, the work we do impacts people and changes lives. What we do is important, and so are the people we do it for.
Our ability to make a difference relies on building a team with a rich variety of skills, knowledge, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences that reflects the diversity of the people we serve. We are committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive work culture where everyone can contribute as their best, authentic self.
Learn more: Discover who we are. Our benefits As a member of our team, you’ll have access to services and benefits that help you get the most out of work — and life. Along with a competitive salary, your total compensation package includes:
Defined benefit pension plan that provides you with a lifetime monthly pension when you retire
4 weeks of vacation in your first year, with regular increases based on years of service
Benefits package that includes customizable options for health care and dental benefits, additional days off, and a health care spending account
Optional leave arrangements
Development opportunities (tuition reimbursement, leadership development, and more)
Salary: $116,186 - $141,166/annually
Learn more: Find out what we offer. Want to apply?
Applications are welcomed immediately, however must be received no later than 4:30 p.m. PST on the closing date.
Please note that we will be starting assessments prior to the closing date.
Cover letters are welcomed but not mandatory.
We encourage all qualified applicants to apply . If you require an accommodation in the assessment process, please email Recruitment Testing Accommodation (SM) when you submit your application.
Job location
Richmond
Full-time / part-time
Full-time
Expected Salary Range
Salary is determined based on the candidate's qualifications and market conditions for the role.
Posting period
From 10/17/2024 to 10/30/2024
Overview
WorkSafeBC’s Law & Policy division is seeking a litigation lawyer with at least four years of call for the position of Litigation Counsel . Reporting to the Senior Manager, Litigation, you will take on a diverse range of complex legal work. As a key member of our legal team, you will handle matters such as pursuing claims costs from third parties responsible for worker injuries, recovering outstanding assessments from delinquent employers, and addressing overpayments involving fraud or misrepresentation. Your role will involve advocating on behalf of WorkSafeBC to ensure that claims are resolved effectively and efficiently. In this dynamic position, you will also be responsible for defending the decisions of WorkSafeBC staff in legal challenges, such as judicial reviews, human rights complaints, and professional body investigations. Additionally, you will support Prevention Officers by providing legal advice on administrative penalties and enforcement actions and seek court injunctions to ensure compliance with the Workers Compensation Act and related regulations. You will represent WorkSafeBC in various levels of court and contribute your legal expertise to a collaborative team environment committed to maintaining fair and effective workplace safety standards. How you’ll make a difference: You’ll ensure WorkSafeBC is effectively serving stakeholders across B.C. Where you’ll work At WorkSafeBC, we offer a hybrid work model that combines the convenience of working remotely with the dynamism of working in one of our offices, based on the operational needs of the position.
In this role, you will work primarily from our Richmond office with some flexibility to work from your home in B.C.
What you'll do
Act as a confidential advisor to WorkSafeBC management, represent WorkSafeBC in court, focusing on litigation and Claims litigation matters
Be responsive to and work collaboratively with clients to provide solutions to complex legal matters
Work with client groups to continuously improve service delivery
Participate in policy development and business planning activities
Provide input into policy development and planning, implementing changes and initiatives
Keep professional skills sharp to provide high quality and timely legal services
Get to know WorkSafeBC as an organization, understanding what we do and what our goals are
Is this a good fit for you?
We're looking for someone who:
Demonstrates skills in planning, organizing and delivering litigation services
Possesses excellent analytical skill and insight, along with a strong ability to research, understand, and argue complex legal issues
Constantly strives to grow and develop as a lawyer, and takes pride in producing a high-quality legal product
Takes an outcome-oriented and problem-solving approach with clients and team members to resolve an issue
Can interact with management, peers, and clients in a confident, professional and objective manner
Your background and experience
A member in good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia
At least four years of post-call experience (private practice or a combination of private practice and in-house) practicing in litigation and administrative law within the last ten years
Significant courtroom experience with strong presentation and public speaking abilities
Important to know
Before we can finalize any offer of employment, you must confirm you’re legally entitled to work in Canada. WorkSafeBC’s COVID-19 Employee Mandatory Vaccine Policy (the “Policy”) is suspended effective January 9, 2023, however we reserve the right to re-implement it in response to changes in the public health landscape, including public health orders. We are committed to the protection, health, and safety of our employees and our Communicable Disease Prevention Program and related protocols remain in effect. Who we are
At WorkSafeBC, we promote safe and healthy workplaces across British Columbia. We partner with workers and employers to save lives and prevent injury, disease, and disability. When work-related injuries or diseases occur, we provide compensation and support injured workers in their recovery, rehabilitation, and safe return to work. We’re honoured to serve the 2.49 million workers and 263,000 registered employers in our province.
What’s it like to work at WorkSafeBC?
It’s challenging, stimulating, and rewarding. Our positions offer diversity and opportunities for professional growth. Every day, the work we do impacts people and changes lives. What we do is important, and so are the people we do it for.
Our ability to make a difference relies on building a team with a rich variety of skills, knowledge, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences that reflects the diversity of the people we serve. We are committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive work culture where everyone can contribute as their best, authentic self.
Learn more: Discover who we are. Our benefits As a member of our team, you’ll have access to services and benefits that help you get the most out of work — and life. Along with a competitive salary, your total compensation package includes:
Defined benefit pension plan that provides you with a lifetime monthly pension when you retire
4 weeks of vacation in your first year, with regular increases based on years of service
Benefits package that includes customizable options for health care and dental benefits, additional days off, and a health care spending account
Optional leave arrangements
Development opportunities (tuition reimbursement, leadership development, and more)
Salary: $116,186 - $141,166/annually
Learn more: Find out what we offer. Want to apply?
Applications are welcomed immediately, however must be received no later than 4:30 p.m. PST on the closing date.
Please note that we will be starting assessments prior to the closing date.
Cover letters are welcomed but not mandatory.
We encourage all qualified applicants to apply . If you require an accommodation in the assessment process, please email Recruitment Testing Accommodation (SM) when you submit your application.
WorkSafeBC
Richmond, British Columbia, Canada
Overview
WorkSafeBC’s Legal Services department is seeking a lawyer with at least 5 years of experience in administrative law and/or employment law for the position of Manager, Prohibited Action Complaints .
The Manager is responsible for managing the written hearing process for complaints made under the Workers Compensation Act (“WCA”) related to workplace reprisals for exercising health and safety rights under the WCA, known as prohibited action complaints.
Where you’ll work
At WorkSafeBC, we offer a hybrid work model that combines the convenience of working remotely with the dynamism of working in one of our offices, based on the operational needs of the position.
In this role, the current working arrangement is a minimum of 3 days per week at our Richmond office, with the opportunity to work the balance at your B.C. residence.
What you'll do
Lead a team of legal counsel and legal administrative staff accountable for the prohibited action complaints hearing process
Be responsive to and work collaboratively with stakeholders, including the Workers’ Adviser’s Office, the Employers’ Advisers Office and the Workers’ Compensation Appeal Tribunal
Keep your legal skills sharp and provide legal advice and direction to ensure the written hearing process for prohibited action complaints is sound
Work to continuously improve service delivery
Is this a good fit for you?
We’re looking for someone who:
Demonstrates strong skills and experience in employment law and/or administrative decision-making
Constantly strives to grow and develop as a lawyer, and takes pride in producing a quality legal product
Takes an outcome-oriented and problem-solving approach with stakeholders and team members
Can interact with management, team members, and stakeholders in a confident, professional and objective manner
Your background and experience
A minimum of 5 years’ experience in administrative law or employment law
A practicing member of the Law Society of British Columbia in good standing
Experience in decision-writing is an asset, but not required
Important to know
WorkSafeBC’s COVID-19 Employee Mandatory Vaccine Policy is suspended effective January 9, 2023; however, we reserve the right to re-implement it in response to changes in the public health landscape, including public health orders. We are committed to the protection, health, and safety of our employees and our Communicable Disease Prevention Program and related protocols remain in effect.
Who we are
At WorkSafeBC, we promote safe and healthy workplaces across British Columbia. We partner with workers and employers to save lives and prevent injury, disease, and disability. When work-related injuries or diseases occur, we provide compensation and support injured workers in their recovery, rehabilitation, and safe return to work. We’re honoured to serve the 2.49 million workers and 263,000 registered employers in our province.
What’s it like to work at WorkSafeBC?
It’s challenging, stimulating, and rewarding. Our positions offer diversity and opportunities for professional growth. Every day, the work we do impacts people and changes lives. What we do is important, and so are the people we do it for.
Our ability to make a difference relies on building a team with a rich variety of skills, knowledge, backgrounds, abilities, and experience that reflects the diversity of the people we serve. We are committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive work culture where everyone can contribute as their best, authentic self.
Learn more: Discover who we are.
Our benefits
As a member of our team, you’ll have access to services and benefits that help you get the most out of work – and life. In addition to your salary, your total compensation package includes:
Defined benefit pension plan that provides you with a lifetime monthly pension when you retire
4 weeks of vacation in your first year, with regular increases based on years of service
Benefits package that includes customizable options for health care and dental benefits, additional days off, and a health care spending account
Optional leave arrangements
Learn more: Find out what we offer.
Salary: $153,770 - $186,831/annually.
Please note that this is a salary range and the position has a fixed salary point within the range.
Want to apply?
Applications are welcomed immediately.
The competition will remain open until filled.
Cover letters are welcomed but not mandatory.
We encourage all qualified applicants to apply . If you require an accommodation in the assessment process, please email Recruitment Testing Accommodation (SM) when you submit your application.
Overview
WorkSafeBC’s Legal Services department is seeking a lawyer with at least 5 years of experience in administrative law and/or employment law for the position of Manager, Prohibited Action Complaints .
The Manager is responsible for managing the written hearing process for complaints made under the Workers Compensation Act (“WCA”) related to workplace reprisals for exercising health and safety rights under the WCA, known as prohibited action complaints.
Where you’ll work
At WorkSafeBC, we offer a hybrid work model that combines the convenience of working remotely with the dynamism of working in one of our offices, based on the operational needs of the position.
In this role, the current working arrangement is a minimum of 3 days per week at our Richmond office, with the opportunity to work the balance at your B.C. residence.
What you'll do
Lead a team of legal counsel and legal administrative staff accountable for the prohibited action complaints hearing process
Be responsive to and work collaboratively with stakeholders, including the Workers’ Adviser’s Office, the Employers’ Advisers Office and the Workers’ Compensation Appeal Tribunal
Keep your legal skills sharp and provide legal advice and direction to ensure the written hearing process for prohibited action complaints is sound
Work to continuously improve service delivery
Is this a good fit for you?
We’re looking for someone who:
Demonstrates strong skills and experience in employment law and/or administrative decision-making
Constantly strives to grow and develop as a lawyer, and takes pride in producing a quality legal product
Takes an outcome-oriented and problem-solving approach with stakeholders and team members
Can interact with management, team members, and stakeholders in a confident, professional and objective manner
Your background and experience
A minimum of 5 years’ experience in administrative law or employment law
A practicing member of the Law Society of British Columbia in good standing
Experience in decision-writing is an asset, but not required
Important to know
WorkSafeBC’s COVID-19 Employee Mandatory Vaccine Policy is suspended effective January 9, 2023; however, we reserve the right to re-implement it in response to changes in the public health landscape, including public health orders. We are committed to the protection, health, and safety of our employees and our Communicable Disease Prevention Program and related protocols remain in effect.
Who we are
At WorkSafeBC, we promote safe and healthy workplaces across British Columbia. We partner with workers and employers to save lives and prevent injury, disease, and disability. When work-related injuries or diseases occur, we provide compensation and support injured workers in their recovery, rehabilitation, and safe return to work. We’re honoured to serve the 2.49 million workers and 263,000 registered employers in our province.
What’s it like to work at WorkSafeBC?
It’s challenging, stimulating, and rewarding. Our positions offer diversity and opportunities for professional growth. Every day, the work we do impacts people and changes lives. What we do is important, and so are the people we do it for.
Our ability to make a difference relies on building a team with a rich variety of skills, knowledge, backgrounds, abilities, and experience that reflects the diversity of the people we serve. We are committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive work culture where everyone can contribute as their best, authentic self.
Learn more: Discover who we are.
Our benefits
As a member of our team, you’ll have access to services and benefits that help you get the most out of work – and life. In addition to your salary, your total compensation package includes:
Defined benefit pension plan that provides you with a lifetime monthly pension when you retire
4 weeks of vacation in your first year, with regular increases based on years of service
Benefits package that includes customizable options for health care and dental benefits, additional days off, and a health care spending account
Optional leave arrangements
Learn more: Find out what we offer.
Salary: $153,770 - $186,831/annually.
Please note that this is a salary range and the position has a fixed salary point within the range.
Want to apply?
Applications are welcomed immediately.
The competition will remain open until filled.
Cover letters are welcomed but not mandatory.
We encourage all qualified applicants to apply . If you require an accommodation in the assessment process, please email Recruitment Testing Accommodation (SM) when you submit your application.