Strategic Senior Labour & Employment Counsel

Nutrien; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural firm in Calgary is seeking a Legal Counsel/Sr. Legal Counsel focused on labour and employment law. The role involves providing legal advice to Human Resources and management, managing employment litigation, and drafting policies. Ideal candidates will have a law degree, at least 5 years of experience in labour law, and strong communication skills. This position offers an opportunity to impact the company's strategic priorities while fostering an inclusive workplace environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in labour and employment law.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian provincial employment laws.
• In-depth experience in both unionised and non-unionised environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice to HR and management on employment issues.
• Draft and review employment policies and handbooks.
• Manage employment litigation and arbitrations.

Skills

Labour law expertise

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Team collaboration

Risk management

Education

Law Degree (LLB/JD)

Tools

MS Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

A leading agricultural firm in Calgary is seeking a Legal Counsel/Sr. Legal Counsel focused on labour and employment law. The role involves providing legal advice to Human Resources and management, managing employment litigation, and drafting policies. Ideal candidates will have a law degree, at least 5 years of experience in labour law, and strong communication skills. This position offers an opportunity to impact the company's strategic priorities while fostering an inclusive workplace environment.