Senior Labour & Employment Legal Counsel

Canadian Pacific Railway; Calgary; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading railway company in Alberta seeks a Legal Counsel specializing in Labour and Employment law. The role requires a graduate from a recognized law school, with at least 5 years of legal practice experience. Responsibilities include managing litigation, providing legal advice, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The company offers a competitive benefits package and values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Join our team to make a meaningful impact in the railway industry.

Benefits

Flexible and competitive benefits package

Competitive company pension

Employee share purchase plan

Performance incentive plan

Annual fitness subsidy

Part-time studies program

Qualifications

• Member of the Law Society in at least one Canadian province.
• Minimum 5 years of legal practice at a private law firm, corporate law department or governmental/quasi-governmental law department.
• Familiarity with litigation and arbitration processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage and conduct litigation, hearings, and arbitrations throughout Canada.
• Provide timely, practical, and trusted legal advice.
• Assist in preparing executive and board reporting.

Skills

Labour law knowledge

Employment law knowledge

Strong organizational skills

Analytical skills

Education

Law degree

Job description

A leading railway company in Alberta seeks a Legal Counsel specializing in Labour and Employment law. The role requires a graduate from a recognized law school, with at least 5 years of legal practice experience. Responsibilities include managing litigation, providing legal advice, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The company offers a competitive benefits package and values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Join our team to make a meaningful impact in the railway industry.