Legal Research Officer

Description:

Qualifications:
Essential:

• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) or Juris Doctor (J.D) degree
• Professional and academic experience and/or achievements that demonstrate expertise and skill in conducting lengthy and complicated legal research
• Extensive experience in the preparation of complex legal documents, memoranda, legal research papers and/or academic writings in the law
• Ability to develop strategy, provide legal advice and make recommendations
• Excellent analytical skills, including the ability to recognize and assess legal implications and policy options
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to work in a high pressure and time sensitive environment to meet conflicting deadlines
• Superior understanding of the principles of judicial independence
• Strong verbal communication and presentation skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to develop and maintain strong and positive working relationships, including with co-workers, the judiciary and external parties

Desired:

• Ability to read, write and verbally communicate in French
• Experience in facilitation, coaching/mentoring, monitoring, and/or evaluating performance