Senior Legal Counsel, Employment Law

4 weeks ago


Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Scotiabank Full time
Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

Title: Senior Legal Counsel, Employment Law

Requisition ID: 206806

The Senior Legal Counsel reports to the Vice President and Associate General Counsel, providing expert and high-quality legal advice (in English, French and/or Spanish is an asset) on all employment matters to the Bank. This role ensures business results are met in accordance with legislative guidelines and Scotiabank's overall corporate governance. Responsibilities include managing civil litigation, conducting investigations, and contributing to the overall success of the Legal Department in Canada.

Is this the right role for you? In this role you will:

1. Champion a customer-focused culture to deepen client relationships.

2. Recommend and communicate high-quality advice on employment law matters.

3. Provide advice and recommend solutions by understanding client needs, assessing risks, ensuring fairness in processes, and communicating clearly.

4. Represent the Bank's interests at hearings, mediations, and civil proceedings.

5. Develop and maintain strong working relationships with internal business units.

6. Understand the Bank's risk appetite in day-to-day activities.

7. Pursue effective operations while ensuring adherence to business controls and risk management frameworks.

8. Foster a high-performance environment and implement a people strategy for team development.

Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? We'd love to work with you if you have:

1. Graduated from a recognized law school.

2. At least 8 years of private practice or in-house experience specializing in Employment Law.

3. Membership in the law society of one of the provinces of Canada.

4. Experience providing domestic support to the Global HR team.

5. Strong research and legal analysis skills.

6. English, French, and/or Spanish language skills are an asset.

Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto

At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings and are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please let our Recruitment team know. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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