Employment Lawyer

6 days ago

Toronto, Ontario, Canada The United Church of Canada Full time

Company Overview

The United Church of Canada is a faith-based organization that values respect, integrity, passion, and diversity. Our Shared Services Unit brings together various national services, including Human Resources, Payroll, Governance, Archives, Group Insurance, Legal, and Incorporated Ministries.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Employment Lawyer to join our team on a permanent full-time basis (35 hours/week). This role involves providing guidance and practical solutions to our General Council Office and Regions on employment law issues, including complaints, employment agreements, investigations, policy development, and reports.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Complaints and Investigation (50%): Provide support and advice to the General Council Staff system on complaints and investigations; serve as resource in interpreting policies and procedures for ministry personnel and candidates; respond to complaints and oversee consultants and investigators; and act as counsel for committees in litigation proceedings.
  • Counsel/Guidance General Council Office and Regional Councils (50%): Offer guidance and advice to managers and the Personnel Ministry Committee on employment relationships and practices, interpretation of provincial employment law, employment standards, federal and provincial laws, occupational health and safety, and human rights.

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • Active member of the Law Society of Ontario in good standing;
  • 3-4 years experience practicing employment law;
  • Knowledgeable in all aspects of employment law, including Employment Standards Act, 2000, Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1997, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and the Ontario Human Rights Code;
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills;
  • Experience addressing workplace complaints, including dispute resolution practices;
  • Litigation experience;
  • Alignment with the vision and values of The United Church of Canada – respect, integrity, passion, and diversity;
  • Empathetic and able to exercise good judgment;
  • Tact, discretion, confidentiality, and patience; flexibility, adaptability to change;
  • Critical thinker, passionate, independent, problem-solver with a proactive approach;
  • A passion for workplace law and a willingness to learn and work as part of a dynamic team.

Benefits

This position offers a competitive salary range of $91,134 to $103,867, with the ability to progress to a maximum of $121,513. Pension and group benefit plans coverage and annual vacation round out this compensation package.

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