We have an exciting opportunity in the Legal Services Department for an experienced and motivated individual
DEVELOPMENT LAWYER (4 year contract)
(FILE #14-1778-MB- repost)
As one of Southern Ontario’s fastest growing cities, with its mix of urban and rural areas, Vaughan is an in-demand place to live and work. A City considered one of Canada’s most family-friendly, Vaughan has a dynamic and diverse population of over 300,000. With one of the top performing economies, a growing tourism industry and an enviable portfolio of recreational and cultural venues, this is the place where you want to be.
The Legal Services Division is seeking an experienced Development Lawyer for a four year contract position to support the City’s Vaughan Metropolitan Centre development initiative.
Reporting to the Director of Legal Services, you will provide a broad range of development law services to City Council, Senior Management and staff, including advice and opinions, drafting reports and presenting at Council and Committee meetings, as well as negotiating and drafting complex legal development agreements on a diverse range of planning and development issues, and completion of lengthy agreements and numerous transactions.
You must be a member in good standing with the Law Society of Upper Canada and have a minimum of 5 years’ development and real estate experience in private or public sector. You possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills as well as negotiations skills, with a demonstrated ability to provide sound legal advice, information and direction to Members of Council, Senior Management and City staff.
If you are an energetic person who is interested in bringing your knowledge and passion to the City of Vaughan, please forward your resume in MS Word or PDF only, quoting File #14-1778-MB in the subject line by Friday, January 2, 2015 to:
Human Resources Department
City of Vaughan, 2141 Major Mackenzie Drive
Vaughan, ON L6A 1T1
Fax 905-832-8575
Please note that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
The City of Vaughan is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. The City of Vaughan is also committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.
