Corporate Counsel - Employment & Labour

Robert Walters; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 160,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an experienced Corporate Counsel for their Employment & Labour group in Mississauga. This full-time role offers the chance to work in a collaborative legal department, providing essential support in labour and employment law. You will guide business partners, prepare legal documents, and manage external counsel, contributing significantly to cross-functional initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of labour law experience at a leading law firm or in-house legal department.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance in labour law to business partners.
• Prepare pleadings and legal documents for administrative and labour matters.
• Manage external counsel effectively.

Skills

Drafting

Negotiation

Business Acumen

Interpersonal Skills

French

Education

Membership in Ontario or British Columbia Law Society

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CA$160,000.00/yr - CA$180,000.00/yr

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Our Client is seeking an experienced Corporate Counsel for their Employment & Labour group. This is a unique opportunity to join a collaborative and team-centred legal department, providing crucial support in labour and employment law matters. Based in Mississauga, this full-time role offers the chance to work alongside a knowledgeable and supportive team, contributing significantly to cross-functional initiatives through the provision of legal and business advice.

What you'll do:

• Provide guidance in the area of labour law to various business partners
• Prepare pleadings and other legal documents for administrative and labour matters
• Support in the area of employment law by preparing agreements, policies and related documents
• Identify potential legal and regulatory issues and partner with necessary business units for solutions
• Provide legal and business advice for cross-functional initiatives
• Manage external counsel effectively when engaged

What you bring:

• Minimum 8 years of labour law experience at a leading law firm or in-house legal department
• Membership in good standing with the Ontario or British Columbia Law Society
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills
• Ability to prioritize competing demands effectively
• Strong business acumen and interpersonal skills
• Working knowledge of French would be an asset

What's next:

Ready for an exciting new challenge? Apply now to be part of a dynamic and supportive team!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Legal Services

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