Associate Labour and Employee Relations Legal Counsel

6 days ago


Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Ledcor Full time

**About the Role**

Ledcor is seeking a highly experienced Associate Labour and Employee Relations Legal Counsel to join our legal team. In this role, you will provide expert advice and guidance on complex Labour Relations and Human Resources legal matters across the organization, ensuring legal strategies align with Ledcor's broader business objectives. You will play a key role in supporting and advising stakeholders on labour strategies, collective agreement interpretation, grievances, arbitrations, mediations, workplace policies, and all employment legal matters.

**Key Responsibilities**

  • Provides expert legal advice on labour relations strategies when bidding on and setting up new projects and/or during the life cycle of a collective agreement
  • Advises stakeholders through research and analysis of current labour relations issues, including labour codes and other relevant legislation, case law, and previous opinions obtained in current and new markets for Ledcor, providing insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making
  • Leads and represents (with assistance from external counsel where warranted) Ledcor's interests at hearings, mediations, and civil proceedings for all employment law issues, including unjust dismissals, discrimination claims, grievances, mediations, arbitrations, and Labour Board matters as required
  • Partners with senior HR leadership to provide expert legal advice and guidance to managers, HR colleagues, and other Ledcor stakeholders on a variety of employment legal issues, ensuring effective, legally compliant resolutions are established efficiently within company guidelines
  • Advises stakeholders on legislative changes and potential business implications
  • Partners with Employee Relations to develop and implement compliant employment policies that align with current best practices
  • Provides training and education to colleagues on labour law implications and compliance
  • Consults with internal and external legal counsel as required regarding employee issues, legislation, and other applicable employment legal issues

**Requirements**

  • A minimum of 8 years of legal experience specializing in labour relations and employment law, with some in-house legal experience preferred
  • Bachelor's Degree (Canada) / Juris Doctor in Law
  • Member in good standing of a provincial law society
  • Highly proficient in all areas of Canadian federal and provincial employment law and human rights legislation; familiarity with United States employment law is an asset
  • Significant experience in representation and case development in unjust dismissals, grievance arbitration, and human rights complaints
  • Proven expertise working with complex unionized environments and advising on labour strategy
  • Substantial experience in leading employment investigations and providing training to colleagues or clients
  • Expertise in conflict resolution and mediation
  • Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels
  • Proactive, flexible, and comfortable in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment, which demands a high level of energy and commitment

**What We Offer**

  • A total rewards package designed to provide compensation and benefits programs that support your health, wellness, and financial security
  • Competitive salaries and profit-sharing program
  • Exceptional health, dental, vision plans, life, and disability coverages
  • Comprehensive retirement plans
  • Generous vacation and leave
  • Family support benefits
  • Mental health resources
  • Ongoing employee training and development
  • Team building and career growth opportunities

**Company Overview**

Ledcor is one of North America's most diversified construction companies. We are a company built on a rich history of long-standing project successes. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or any other identifying characteristic, are encouraged to apply. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to our organization. Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email.



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