Labour and Employment Associate Lawyer

Ruby & Co.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected Labour & Employment law firm in Ontario seeks an experienced Employment Lawyer to provide legal advice and representation. The role involves advising on workplace issues, handling litigation, and drafting contracts. The firm values mentorship and offers a flexible hybrid work model, competitive salary, and excellent benefits.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid work model

Excellent benefits

Mentorship opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in labour and employment law.
• Strong advocacy and drafting skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise employers on workplace issues including hiring and performance management.
• Represent clients before administrative bodies and courts.
• Draft and review employment contracts and workplace policies.

Skills

Advocacy

Negotiation

Judgment

Education

LL.B. or J.D.

Job description

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Our client is a respected Labour & Employment law firm based in Ontario, known for its deep expertise and practical approach in the field of labour and employment law. Their collaborative team culture encourages mentorship, innovation, and a strong work-life balance. If you’re looking to deepen your practice in a high-performing and collegial environment, we encourage you to apply!

Responsibilities

• Advise employers on day-to-day workplace issues, including hiring, performance management, termination, accommodations, and workplace policies.
• Represent clients before administrative bodies such as the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario (HRTO), Ontario Labour Relations Board (OLRB), and courts at all levels.
• Handle litigation and alternative dispute resolution in employment law matters, including wrongful dismissal, human rights complaints, and occupational health and safety.
• Draft and review employment contracts, workplace policies, and collective agreements.
• Assist in collective bargaining negotiations, grievance arbitrations, and union certification matters.
• Provide compliance advice on Ontario and federal employment statutes, including the Employment Standards Act, Labour Relations Act, Human Rights Code, and OHSA.
• Stay abreast of legislative and regulatory changes affecting employers and contribute to firm publications, seminars, and training sessions.

Requirements

• LL.B. or J.D. and membership in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
• 5+ years of post-call experience with a focus on labour and / or employment law.
• Strong advocacy, drafting, and negotiation skills.
• Sound judgment and the ability to provide practical, business-oriented advice.
• Comfortable managing client files with appropriate supervision and collaborating within a team.
• Experience representing employers is preferred; experience with union-side work will also be considered.

Compensation

This role offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, excellent benefits, a flexible hybrid work model (3 days in office, 2 days remote), and opportunities for mentorship, business development, and advancement within the firm.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Legal

Legal Services

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