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About the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (the College)

The College is the authority mandated by the Government of Canada to regulate the practice of Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants (RCICs) and Regulated International Student Immigration Advisors (RISIAs). Its role, authority and powers are established in the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants Act (Canada). The College sets and enforces the licensing, education and ethical standards of the profession in the public interest.

Industry

Self-Regulatory Organization (SRO)

Position

Why join us?

Do you want to be part of a team that strives to enhance and uphold Canada’s immigration and citizenship consulting profession? If you share our passion and purpose, please consider applying for the opportunity below to become part of a team that makes a difference.

How will this role support our team?

The role of Counsel executes the College’s disciplinary process, representing the College in all stages of discipline proceedings (including prehearing conferences, disclosure exchanges, motions, and hearings), liaising with external counsel and facilitating settlement negotiations where appropriate.

Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to)

• Independently maintain a caseload of discipline, registrar appeal and fitness to practice matters, including cases before the Federal Court. Manage timelines to ensure all deadlines are met.
o Prepare for hearings. Review evidence, prepare witnesses and obtain or conduct legal research.
o Conduct settlement discussions with licensees and/or their counsel.
o Draft, review, and prepare legal documents and opinions.
o Attend case conferences, motions, Tribunal hearings, and judicial reviews.

• Assist Lead Counsel and provide guidance to Associate Counsel with complex discipline
  matters.
• Collaborate with Lead Counsel on issues related to the prioritization, strategy, and
  management of discipline matters.
• Collaborate with investigators, advising on investigation strategy and reviewing
  investigation reports.
• Prepare legal opinions for consideration by the Complaints Committee to recommend
  next steps for handing a complaint.
• Identify and advise the Lead Counsel of the need for discipline, registrar appeal and
  fitness to practice-related policy/procedure development and/or policy/procedure
  change(s) based on analysis of legal issues encountered in discipline matters.
• With input from Lead Counsel, liaise with external counsel on complaints assigned to
  external counsel to manage. Provide instructions and participate in
  ongoing meetings to remain aware of case status and issues that have been
  encountered.
• Coordinate with other staff to ensure compliance with agreements and orders.


This role will support our team by providing:

• Analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills to effectively litigate cases
• Time management, organizational and decision-making skills to manage and prioritize
  competing priorities and deadlines
• Flexibility to work in a fast-paced changing environment as a collaborative team player
  who demonstrates initiative
• Interpersonal, stakeholder relationship management and advocacy skills to engage
  others, build credibility, persuade, influence, and prosecute complaints
• Negotiation and conflict resolution skills to negotiate settlements for disciplinary matters
• Written and verbal communication skills to prepare detailed reports and/or briefings for
  internal and external stakeholders, build consensus, persuade, and influence
• Tact and discretion to work on confidential and sensitive matters


Required Education and Experience

• Law Degree (LL.B. or JD) and a license to practice in a Canadian province
• 5-7 years of litigation/prosecution experience gained through private legal practice or in
  a regulatory environment
• Knowledge of prosecutorial standards and practice, professional regulation and
  administrative law and the ability to acquire knowledge of the College Act, regulations,
  By-laws, Code of Professional Conduct and Tribunal Committee Rules of Procedure
• Knowledge of the Federal Courts Act and Federal Court Rules
• Knowledge of dispute resolution and forensic investigation techniques
• Knowledge of office/administrative software



What We Offer

• The College hires and onboards 100% remotely
• The opportunity to protect the public interest within the immigration and citizenship
  sector
• A culture of transparency, where team members are involved in important conversations
• Full health benefits from day one for you and your family
• Access to the Employee and Family Assistance program
• RRSP match



How to Apply

Click here to upload your resume and brief cover letter indicating why you feel you are fit for this role.

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The College is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from persons legally entitled to work in Canada, who represent the diversity of our nation, and whose qualifications meet the skills and experiences we seek. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all candidates and to meeting the needs of people with disabilities. Should you be contacted regarding an employment opportunity and require an accommodation for a disability, we will be pleased to work with you to identify how we can best support you through this process.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo a criminal background check.

While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those identified for further consideration will be contacted.