In-House Legal Counsel
Synectics Inc.
Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Vancouver, BC
Contract type: Full time
About Our Client
Our client is a diversified family-owned business with a history spanning over 50 years. Founded in Vancouver, the company has grown from its roots in real estate development into a diverse portfolio that includes real estate, sports & entertainment, aquaculture, tourism, agriculture, and hospitality. From landmark developments to renowned attractions, they operate with innovation, quality, and community impact at their core.
The Opportunity
We're seeking an In-House Legal Counsel to join the Legal Department. Reporting to the VP, Legal & General Counsel, you'll handle a wide range of matters with a focus on civil litigation, real estate (including full conveyancing), corporate transactions, and regulatory compliance. This is an opportunity to contribute to a growing, fast-paced organization and make a tangible difference across multiple industries.
What You'll Do
Our client offers the resources of a large organization and the collaboration of a close-knit legal team. You can expect:
Our client is a diversified family-owned business with a history spanning over 50 years. Founded in Vancouver, the company has grown from its roots in real estate development into a diverse portfolio that includes real estate, sports & entertainment, aquaculture, tourism, agriculture, and hospitality. From landmark developments to renowned attractions, they operate with innovation, quality, and community impact at their core.
The Opportunity
We're seeking an In-House Legal Counsel to join the Legal Department. Reporting to the VP, Legal & General Counsel, you'll handle a wide range of matters with a focus on civil litigation, real estate (including full conveyancing), corporate transactions, and regulatory compliance. This is an opportunity to contribute to a growing, fast-paced organization and make a tangible difference across multiple industries.
What You'll Do
- Provide strategic legal advice to executives and business units.
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements.
- Manage civil litigation matters from demand letters to court appearances (BC Supreme Court, Small Claims, tenancy hearings).
- Oversee real estate conveyancing and corporate transaction documentation.
- Support corporate governance, compliance, and risk management.
- Liaise with external counsel to ensure cost-effective legal solutions.
- Monitor legislative and regulatory changes impacting the business.
- LL.B. or J.D. and admission to the B.C. Bar (good standing).
- 3-6 years post-call experience in litigation (civil/commercial focus).
- Strong background in real estate and corporate transactions.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and drafting skills with strong business acumen.
- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment (support from a paralegal & legal assistant).
- Proactive, organized, and confident managing files independently.
- Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
Our client offers the resources of a large organization and the collaboration of a close-knit legal team. You can expect:
- Competitive Total Compensation (salary based on experience)
- Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance & AD&D
- On-site gym, parking, and access to special events
- Professional growth opportunities and a dynamic work environment
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