BC Financial Services Authority (“BCFSA”) helps to protect British Columbians during the biggest financial decisions in their lives. We regulate B.C. ’s financial services sector, including credit unions, real estate licensees, registered pension plans, insurance and trust companies and mortgage brokers. Through modern, effective and efficient oversight, BCFSA protects consumers by impartially setting and enforcing standards across the entire sector ensuring the prosperity of the province.
BCFSA is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all groups. This includes Indigenous Peoples, women, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), and others who may contribute to diversity at BCFSA.
We recognize unique styles, perspectives, beliefs, and creativity that support a diverse, respectful, inclusive and collaborative work environment. To achieve this, we are committed to:
• Hiring team members who represent the population we serve;
• Removing barriers that may prevent equitable employment; and
• Supporting respectful work environments where everyone feels included and able to produce excellent results.
BCFSA is proud to be Great Place to Work Certified™. This is based on direct feedback from our Team Members. Our organization has also been selected as one of BC's Top Employers (2024) in recognition of our competitive compensation, work-life balance, and progressive programs.
WHAT WE OFFER:
When you join us, you become part of a high-performing team. Here, each Team Member can bring their unique talent to make outstanding contributions as we work towards the common goal of protecting British Columbians during the most important financial transactions in their lives. We offer:
• Healthy living and work-life balance
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits plan
• Opportunities for personal and professional development
• Competitive compensation
• A challenging and engaging team environment
• Defined benefits pension plan
• Our team members enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work model. They can choose every day where they want to work to be the most effective, from the comfort of their home to our beautiful office in downtown Vancouver. (Eligibility may vary, depending on position).
SUMMARY
We are hiring for 2 Legal Analysts, and this position manages real estate development disclosure and approvals functions designed to protect the public from harm and enhance real estate industry integrity in BC. While the role focuses on the analytical application of laws and policies, it does not require formal legal credentials.
Please include a detailed cover letter with your application.
ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Reviews development disclosure, assesses risks, and accepts filing disclosure that complies with legislative requirements.
- Reviews reports from the Condo and Strata Assignment Integrity Register and takes regulatory action if needed for cooperative compliance.
- Reviews proposed strata unit entitlements and voting rights, and if compliant with legislation approves them for registration at the Land Title and Survey Authority.
- Monitors developers’ compliance with disclosure statements, undertakings, and orders to cease marketing.
- Identifies high-risk developers and developments and conducts proactive regulatory examinations.
- Responds to enquiries involving atypical applications of legislation, regulations, and policies.
- Works with industry and other stakeholders to achieve cooperative compliance with legislation, regulations, and policies.
- Escalates cases of serious non-compliance to Investigations staff and provides subject matter expertise to support investigative and enforcement action.
- Contributes to the development and implementation of operational plans, policies and procedures including key performance indicators.
- Supports data reporting and management, including system improvements.
- Provides internal and external stakeholders, including policy staff and other regulators, with subject matter expertise and collaboration on real estate development matters.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Knowledge of real estate development laws, including REDMA, SPA, related regulations, and the policies of the Superintendent of Real Estate.
- Knowledge of real estate industry business models and practices.
- Sound judgement and demonstrated negotiation skills.
- Strong analytical and legal research skills.
- Strong written and verbal communications skills.
- Ability to develop regulatory solutions that meet legal and strategic requirements and recognize consumer risks as well as industry challenges.
EDUCATION
- Degree in Law, Public Administration, or related field.
- Significant experience in real estate legal work and delivering a consumer disclosure or regulatory program, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
PROVISOS
Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada and living in British Columbia or intent to settle in the province.
Internal candidates are kindly requested to use their BCFSA email address when applying for this position. This will help us identify and streamline the internal application process.
Hiring Process Accommodation
BCFSA wants to ensure every job applicant is treated fairly and with respect and encourages applications from all candidates, including those with diverse abilities. We welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special support in the application process, including disability accommodation, in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Email us at careers@bcfsa.ca to notify us of any needs related to your job application.
