Aboriginal Law General Counsel

Aboriginal law expertise drives this General Counsel position with Musqueam, providing strategic advice in an office-based governance environment. Flexible hours support evening meetings.Working under the Chief Administrative Officer, the General Counsel serves as Musqueam’s principal internal legal advisor. The position advises Chief and Council and administration while managing legal risk, protecting legal interests, and supporting governance objectives related to the Musqueam Strategic Plan. Deep knowledge of Aboriginal rights and legal matters is required during the transition toward Self Governance.Key Responsibilities:
Provide strategic legal advice to Chief and CouncilDraft policies and related legal documentsAdvise on negotiations and agreement implementationManage legal queries and external counsel expendituresSupervise and mentor departmental legal staffRequirements:
Law Degree, JD or LLBSeven to ten years of Aboriginal Law experienceGood standing with the Law Society of British ColumbiaUnderstanding of Indigenous politics, the Indian Act, and Aboriginal lawKnowledge of on-reserve governance and self-government transitionApply Aboriginal law, governance, risk management, and leadership expertise as Musqueam’s principal internal legal advisor.
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