Legal Counsel Regulatory Law Analyst

Legal Counsel Regulatory Law Analyst

Full-Time On-site
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Apply regulatory law, statutory interpretation, and administrative law expertise as a bilingual Analyst with weekly on-site presence at Parliament.

Reporting to the General Counsel, this fixed-term Analyst provides legal advice to the Standing Joint Committee for the Scrutiny of Regulations. The work addresses legal and procedural deficiencies in statutory instruments made by the executive branch. It requires research, analysis, and clear communication on complex legal issues.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Advise the Joint Committee on novel and complex regulatory law issues
  • Answer members' questions during Joint Committee appearances
  • Draft complex legal opinions for the client
  • Apply statutory interpretation and administrative law principles
  • Write letters to departments and agencies advocating legal resolutions

Requirements:

  • Law degree from a recognized university
  • Membership in good standing with a provincial or territorial law society
  • Recent complex legal opinion drafting experience
  • Recent regulatory, statutory, administrative, constitutional, and parliamentary law research
  • Bilingual English and French capability with Reliability clearance eligibility

Bring legal research, regulatory analysis, and persuasive advice skills to the Library of Parliament's scrutiny work.

Legal Counsel Regulatory Law Analyst employer: Library of Parliament / Bibliothèque du Parlement

The Library of Parliament is an exceptional employer that fosters a unique and stimulating work environment, prioritizing agility, collaboration, and inclusion. With a commitment to employee growth through continuous training and development opportunities, staff can thrive in a hybrid work setting while contributing to meaningful projects that support the democratic process. Located in the heart of Canada’s capital, employees enjoy a vibrant cultural scene and the chance to make a significant impact within a non-partisan organization dedicated to excellence.

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Contact Details:

Library of Parliament / Bibliothèque du Parlement Recruitment Team