Senior Lawyer

Summary

Our client is dedicated to the rule of law, the promotion of the public interest, and the impartial administration of justice and works to improve the safety, security and resiliency of communities and citizens.

Were seeking suitable legal candidates to join the Regional Crown Prosecutors Office as a Lawyer or Senior Lawyer.

What you will do

As a member of the Public Prosecutions team, the successful candidate will handle criminal and quasi-criminal prosecutions in all levels of Court for offences under the Criminal Code of Canada, the Youth Criminal Justice Act, Control Drugs and Substance Act, Cannabis Act and Provincial Statutes.

The work involves, but is not limited to, providing advice to law enforcement on investigations, advising on the laying of criminal and quasi-criminal charges, pre-trial preparation including interviewing witnesses and researching points of law and appearing before Provincial Court.

Work environment

Monday - Friday, 36.25 hours per week

Scent-reduced environment

Who you are

Crowns are part of a dynamic team and a system where the primary goal is to provide a safe and secure community. As a team player, you will possess strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to make good decisions under pressure and quickly.

You will have strong negotiations and problem-solving skills.

Your attitude, skills and interests are just as important as your area of study. We are looking for diverse backgrounds that bring a combination of the following :

Behavioural Competencies :

The successful candidate will possess the following competencies :

• Analytical Thinking
• Flexibility
• Impact and Influence
• Self-Control and Stamina

Need to have

• Degree; completion of Articling; and membership in good standing or eligibility for membership to the Law Society of New Brunswick
• Successful candidates will be required to undergo a criminal history clearance and security clearance check .

Lawyer

• Up to 8 years of membership in good standing at the bar
• basic knowledge and some criminal trial or litigation experience in court.

Senior Lawyer

• Minimum of 8 years of membership in good standing at the bar
• criminal trial or litigation experience in court is required

Candidates with less than 8 years of membership in good standing at the bar will be considered as a Lawyer. Candidates with 8 years or more will be considered as a Senior Lawyer.

Please state your date of admission to a Canadian Law Society .

Written and spoken competence in English is required. Please state your language capability.

Candidates must demonstrate on their applications how they have acquired the education and experience for this position. Your résumé should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.

Operational Requirements

The following operational requirements are also required :

• Travel
• Possession of a valid driver’s license

Nice to Have

• Prosecutions Experience
• at Provincial Court

Wage

From $57,954 - $144,378, depending on education and experience.

What’s in it for you?

Comprehensive benefits package and the Public Service Shared Risk Pension Plan.

Opportunities for career growth, professional development and training.

Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services

Why Kelly®?

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About Kelly®

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Kelly is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce and providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process as required under its Employment Accommodation Policy.

Kelly will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known to Kelly in advance.