Legal Counsel, Employment

OverviewJoin the Ride Department: Legal | Job Title: Legal Counsel, Employment & Litigation | Location: Preference for candidates located in the Toronto, Vancouver, Edmonton or Calgary areas. This position is fully remote. Classification: Full Time, Immediate Hire. AutoCanada, the largest publicly traded automotive group in Canada, is NOW HIRING a Legal Counsel to work with our leadership, operational and HR teams providing strategic legal guidance with expert-level advice and insight. This is your opportunity to get your foot in the door with an automotive group that believes in home-growing our talent, connecting with the communities in which we serve, and building a brand that is recognized across North America for our commitment to integrity and customer satisfaction. If you share our passion for people and beautiful automobiles, then we want to talk to you about a new career with AutoCanada Position Overview AutoCanada is publicly traded automotive dealership group with operations in eight provinces. Our organization employs several thousand team members in sales, service, parts, finance, and corporate functions, including both unionized and non-unionized employees. Reporting to the Managing Counsel, Employment Law, this position will serve as a trusted advisor to leadership, HR, and operations, providing day-to-day legal guidance on employment and labour matters in a fast-paced, people-driven environment. This role is ideal for a lawyer who enjoys hands-on involvement with the business and delivering clear, commercially sound advice. Although the position will focus primarily on employment law matters, the successful candidate will also assist with other litigation and regulatory matters. This role offers the opportunity to work in a public company environment with national scope, providing exposure to senior leadership while contributing to the organization’s people strategy. Requirements 1-5 years of relevant post-call experience practicing employment law at a law firm and/or large corporation. Ability to work very independently and collaboratively with a broad range of external and internal stakeholders is essential. In addition to sound judgement, the ideal candidate must possess excellent analytical skills and strong business acumen as you will be working closely with various business groups Member in good standing of the Law Society of Ontario, the Law Society of Alberta, OR the Law Society of British Columbia. Excellent drafting, negotiation and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple competing tasks in a high-paced environment. Proficiency in French is considered an asset; however, it is not a requirement for the role. Benefits Competitive Compensation and Benefits Package Health and Dental insurance plans Life Insurance Employee Vehicle Purchase & Service Plans Employee and Family Assistance Programs Company-wide appreciation events and contests throughout the calendar year Professional development and the opportunity to grow your career A motivated group of AutoCanada employees to work alongside And those are just the basics. We strive every day to create a workplace culture that embraces diversity and inclusivity, ensures fairness and equal opportunities, and fosters a sense of belonging for all Team Members. As an equal opportunity employer, we actively support everyone in expressing themselves and reaching their full potential. The expected salary range for this position is $135,000 – $150,000. The actual salary offered will be based on a variety of factors, including job-related knowledge, education, skills and experience. This position will also be eligible to participate in the Company’s annual cash bonus program, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plan documents. How to Apply Please apply via LinkedIn, Indeed or our Job Board by submitting a Resume. AutoCanada will accept applications for this role from now until February 16, 2026. After the close of this period, all submissions will be reviewed and qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Our commitment extends to reaching out to individuals from various backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate based on gender identity, race, national origin, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital or family status, or mental/physical disabilities. AutoCanada is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter. AutoCanada will accept applications for this role from now until February 16, 2026. After the close, all submissions will be reviewed and qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr