Description
Overview:
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing legal services and advice to the officers and staff of the union, and for the representation of CUPE and its British Columbia locals in various legal matters including arbitration, labour board, human rights and civil litigation.
Qualifications:
- Membership, or immediate eligibility for membership, in the Law Society of British Columbia is required, as well as experience in the practice of labour, human rights and administrative law.
- 3 years (preferred) solid advocacy experience, knowledge of the collective bargaining process and excellent communication, collaborative and interpersonal skills.
- Strong initiative, planning and time management skills.
- Knowledge and understanding of trade union principles.
- Knowledge and understanding of the intersectional challenges impacting equity deserving groups in the labour workforce.
This position requires in-person meetings, hearings and travel. Staff are permitted to work from the office and/or from home when in-person attendance is not required. There is no moving/accommodation allowance provided for this short-term opportunity.
Salary and benefits as per Canadian Staff Union collective agreement. The weekly salary is $2,734.15
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Please access the National Website Careers Portal and complete the online form for British Columbia Region (Legal Services): Apply for specialist and administrative opportunities | Canadian Union of Public Employees.
After the form is completed and submitted, you will be presented with a message containing instructions on how to submit your resume and cover letter, using a provided reference number.
Cover letter and resume should be submitted no later than August 31, 2026.
If you have any questions regarding the application process, please do not hesitate to contact Danielle Lightford, Administrative Assistant at dlightford@cupe.ca.
