EY Law - Employment Lawyer, Senior Associate - Vancouver

EY; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Medical and dental coverage

Defined contribution pension

Generous vacation policy

Job summary

EY Law in Canada seeks an Employment Lawyer to provide expert guidance on complex labour and employment matters. You will advise clients through restructurings, mergers, acquisitions and litigation, leveraging BC and national experience.

The role collaborates with EY teams across immigration, rewards, mobility and corporate law to deliver practical, business-focused solutions. Excellent English communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• BC bar admission is required.
• 6+ years of employment law experience.
• Fluency in English is required for client work.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel on employment law issues including compliance and employee relations.
• Draft and review employment contracts, workplace policies and termination letters.
• Represent clients in employment-related litigation and prepare pleadings and motions.
• Assist M&A teams on employment matters during due diligence and draft key employee agreements.
• Collaborate with immigration, rewards, mobility and corporate law teams for clients.
• Conduct legal research and manage documents ensuring compliance.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, clients and court personnel.
• Stay updated on changes in employment law and provide training.

Skills

Bar admission BC

English fluency

Employment law expertise

Education

Law degree (JD/LLB)

Job description

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Date: Oct 27, 2026

Requisition ID: 1662065

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence.

We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go.

Join EY and help to build a better working world.

The opportunity

As an Employment Lawyer at EY Law, you will be instrumental in providing expert legal advice on complex labour and employment law matters in Canada. Our EY teams support clients through every phase of their business journey, from day-to-day employment issues, assisting them in navigating the legal intricacies associated with workforce management during restructuring, mergers, acquisitions, and various forms of business transformation and advising on employment litigation matters. Join us to be part of a vibrant team that empowers clients to overcome legal challenges and achieve their strategic objectives.

This job posting relates to an existing vacancy within our organization.

Your key responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel on a wide range of employment law issues, including compliance, workplace policies, and employee relations, including discipline and investigations with a particular focus on British Columbia businesses.
• Draft and review employment contracts, workplace policies and termination letters to ensure legal compliance and protect client interests.
• Represent clients in employment-related litigation in court or at various administrative tribunals. Prepare all litigation materials including pleadings, motions, mediation, pre-trial briefs and other trial/hearing preparation materials.
• Assist and work with the mergers and acquisitions team on the employment law matters that arise during the due diligence processes and draft key employee and founder agreements in the context of such transactions, whether on the seller or purchaser side.
• Team with multi disciplinary EY colleagues in immigration, rewards, mobility and corporate law to provide Canadian and global clients with expert employment law advice for all their employee matters
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support case strategies and provide informed recommendations to clients.
• Manage and organize legal documents, ensuring compliance with law society obligations and best practices.
• Communicate effectively with EY colleagues, clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Stay updated on changes in employment law and regulations to provide timely advice and training to clients.

Skills and attributes for success

• Called to the bar in the province of British Columbia; common law experience in other provinces is an asset
• 6+ years of relevant experience as an Employment Lawyer
• This role involves interaction with clients and internal business partners operating nationally and globally where fluency in English is required.

What we look for

We're looking for professionals who combine strong legal judgment with a people-focused approach. You enjoy working as part of a collaborative team, balancing multiple priorities, and helping clients address complex workplace challenges. If you're energized by building relationships, influencing decisions, and delivering practical, business-oriented solutions in a constantly evolving employment landscape, we'd like to hear from you.

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes a discretionary bonus program, a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage plan, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

EY reports salary ranges in accordance with applicable provincial pay transparency legislation. Individual salaries within the anticipated salary ranges noted below are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to internal equity, education, relevant experience, knowledge, and applicable skill sets.

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Inclusiveness is at the heart of who we are and how we work. We’re committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued, policies and practices are equitable, and our people feel a sense of belonging. We embrace diversity and are committed to combating systemic racism, advancing gender equity and women in leadership, advocating for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, promoting our neuroinclusion and accessibility initiatives, and are dedicated to amplifying the voices of Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis) nationally as we strive towards reconciliation. Our diverse experiences, abilities, backgrounds, and perspectives make our people unique and help guide us. Because when people feel free to be their authentic selves at work, they bring their best and are empowered to build a better working world.

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