Legal Counsel II
Posting Date:
Posting Number: 66306
Work Location Type: Hybrid
Job Code: 1400
Location: Montreal Hub, Corporate Office
Reports to: Assistant General Counsel | Avocat général adjoint
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Description
Are you a practical and strategic labour and employment lawyer looking for a change? At Purolator, you will work for a Canadian company that truly values its employees and its community. Our industry is exciting and evolving rapidly and we are at the forefront of change by taking steps to secure the future
Our legal team is made up of talented individuals whose varied skills and extensive experience help guide and enhance Purolator's offering. Team members are committed to providing the highest level of legal expertise, all in a fast-paced environment with great challenges and great rewards.
The successful candidate will be called upon to manage a labor, employment and human rights law practice, in a dynamic work environment within a collaborative and supportive team.
Purolator provides a "Best in Class" Total Rewards package to employees and their families.
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug coverage (Paid for Employer)
- Employer funded Short/Long Term Disability & Life Insurance
- Accident, Hospital & Critical Illness Plans
- Retirement Plan Employer Contribution
- Annual Bonus Incentive Plan
- 3 weeks paid vacation
- Extended Parental/Maternity Leave Program
- Tuition Assistance
- Wellness Program
- Employee Discount Program
- 75% Off Shipping
Responsibilities
- Provide strategic advice to Human Resources on all aspects of labor and employment law, human rights and Workplace and Insurance boards
- Represent Purolator before administrative tribunals, including grievance arbitrators, the Canada Industrial Relations Board, as well as the Canadian Human Rights Commission and the Human Rights Tribunal.
- Assist with Workplace investigations
- Conduct research and stay ahead of legislative and policy issues that affect employees
- Provide advice and opinions, particularly in relation to contracts with third party service providers
Education
- Bachelor of Civil Law (BCL) and member in good standing of the Quebec or Ontario Bar.
Experience
- Minimum 5 years of experience in labor, employment and human rights law
- Experience with employment and labour law particularly relating to the Canada Labor Code and the Commission de la santé et de la sécurité du travail.
- Demonstrated experience before the Administrative boards in relation to labour relations cases
- Fluency in French and English
- Experience with Accessibility law is an asset
- Strong litigation experience and excellent advocacy skills
- Excellent analytical and writing skills
- Self-motivated with a sense of initiative and ability to work in a team
- Ability to effectively manage competing priorities and resolve varied issues using interpersonal and customer service skills
- Negotiation and dispute resolution skills
POSTING DETAILS
Location: 565 - Montréal Hub
Working Conditions: Office Environment
Posting Number: 66306
Reports to: Assistant General Counsel | Avocat général adjoint
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