Associate – Indigenous & Environmental Law
ABOUT GOWLING WLG
At Gowling WLG, our dedication to excellence and quality service begins with our people. As a global law firm with offices across Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we pride ourselves on sourcing and retaining top talent who bring energy, passion and commitment to the delivery of outstanding client service.
When it comes to diversity, we not only accept it - we celebrate it, support it and thrive on it. To create an engaging and rewarding place to work, we seek to attract talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures. Our aim is to help everyone reach their full potential and achieve their personal and professional goals.
Employee satisfaction is important to us. We work hard to ensure that our people are motivated, engaged and empowered. We are guided by our firm’s Core Values - The Power of Teamwork, Always Striving to be Better, We all Bring Something Different - in all that we do.
Our diverse group of legal professionals, law students, law clerks/paralegals, legal administrative assistants and business support services team work together, and are respected and valued for their individual contributions. We strongly encourage interested candidates who are Indigenous to apply.
PROFILE
Gowling WLG is currently seeking an associate practicing in the area of Indigenous and Environmental Law to join its national Indigenous Law group. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years post-call experience with deep interest and experience in Indigenous Law and Environmental Assessment. The group regularly acts on complex matters at the intersection of Indigenous, administrative, environmental, energy, and natural resource law. Its mandates regularly include negotiating precedent-setting agreements between Indigenous people, proponents, and non-Indigenous governments. Our lawyers are trusted advisors, giving advice that is timely, focused and solutions-orientated. The successful candidate will work closely with strong teammates and great mentors to provide exceptional client service.
ABOUT GOWLING WLG’S INDIGENOUS LAW GROUP
Gowling WLG’s Indigenous Law Group has served as counsel to First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples for more than half a century. In that time, the firm has been instrumental in precedent-setting resource development projects, self-government agreements and cases before the Supreme Court of Canada. Learn more about Gowling WLG's Indigenous Group
EXPERIENCE
The ideal candidate will have excellent writing and communication skills, and experience in some or all of the following:
- advising in complex negotiations relating to the recognition and implementation of Indigenous rights including the inherent right of self-government;
- advising in provincial, federal, and/or Indigenous environmental assessment;
- modern treaty negotiations and/or enforcement; and
- the Indigenous/natural resource sector (forestry, mining, renewable energy, pipelines, nuclear, hydro, etc.).
The successful candidate will be a mid-level associate looking to become part of a dynamic national practice dedicated to assisting Indigenous clients.
Gowling WLG employees benefit from a hybrid work environment.
The salary range for this position is $127,000 to $157,000 annually: the base pay offered may vary depending on Year of Call, specific practice-related knowledge, skills, experience, internal and market equity. In addition, Gowling WLG associates are eligible to a competitive bonus program based on performance
Not sure if you meet all the requirements? If you are excited about this opportunity but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Gowling WLG is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know.
While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Applications from Indigenous lawyers with lived-experience will be looked upon favourably. Applicants may be requested to provide documentation to verify their Indigenous identity.
