Legal Counsel

JOB OPPORTUNITY
Legal Counsel
Work Location: Rothesay, New Brunswick

POSTING DATE: October 16, 2026

CLOSING DATE: November 15, 2026

Status: This is a full-time term position (18-Month Maternity Leave Replacement) with possibility of extension onsite (not hybrid) in Rothesay, New Brunswick.
Pay Scale: Full-time positions offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
Start Date: As soon as possible.
Deadline for Application: November 15, 2026

Position Profile

Legal Counsel

Description

The College of Physicians and Surgeons of New Brunswick (CPSNB) serves and protects the public by regulating the practice of medicine in the province. With over 25 employees, CPSNB is currently seeking a Legal Counsel to primarily assist the complaints department and on occasion assist other departments.

Key Responsibilities

The Legal Counsel will primarily provide legal services to the complaints department and may provide legal services on professional standards and policy, contract and corporate matters. This role supports the Associate Registrar and General Counsel in ensuring compliance, mitigating risk, and advancing organizational objectives through sound legal advice. Below is an outline of key responsibilities in the complaints department:

• Identifying the legal issues in a complaint,
• Assisting in the investigation of complaints,
• Preparing complaints for presentation to the Complaints and Registration Committee, the Review Committee or a Board of Inquiry,
• Conducting legal research,
• Ensuring respect of administrative law and privacy principles,
• Facilitating informal resolution (ADR) of complaints,

The Legal Counsel may support other departments, as follows:

• Conducting research of various statutes, regulations, policies, and professional standards,
• Drafting memos,
• Assisting in drafting and implementing legislative amendments, regulations, professional standards, policies, and procedures,
• Responding to enquiries from the public, physicians or other healthcare partners,
• Providing legal advice and support on a variety of other issues, including governance, administrative law, contract and corporate matters,
• Other duties that may be assigned by the Associate Registrar and General Counsel or Registrar to meet the overall mandate and functioning of the College.

Required Education and Experience

• Juris Doctor or LLB
• 2+ years of work experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent writing skills
• Attention to detail
• Strategic approach to problem solving
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a timely manner
• Bilingualism (French and English) is an asset
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to navigate emotionally charged situations
• Self-motivated and able to work independently
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products
• Flexible and adaptable
• Able to prioritize workflow to meet changing operational needs
• Ability to work hard and have fun

Additional Requirements

• Must reside in the Greater Saint John area
• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Pension plan
• Health, Drug and Dental plan
• Travel plan
• Life and Disability Insurance options
• Confidential Employee Assistance program

Interested parties should forward cover letter, and resume to: [email protected].

We thank all participants, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.