Lawyer/Legal Counsel

4 days ago

Bedford Nova Scotia BA A Canada Health Association Nova Scotia Full time

Health Association Nova Scotia (HANS) is a not-for-profit, non-government, membership-based association with 60 years' experience in providing exceptional labour relations, human resource shared services, innovative technical services (formerly "clinical engineering services") solutions, policy support and expertise our members can count on. Serving multiple organizations across the province of Nova Scotia, we are officially recognized as one of Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada's Top Employers.
As an employer committed to employment equity, we encourage applications from applicants who self-identify from diverse communities and/or backgrounds.

We're excited to announce a new opportunity for a Lawyer/Legal Counsel as we continue to grow and expand our team.

Position Scope:

Working as part of a team of four lawyers, the position provides representation and advice to members, including nursing home, home support agencies and residential care facilities on a full range of labour relations issues. The role involves acting as lead spokesperson in collective bargaining, providing support in the development of essential service agreements and presenting cases on behalf of member facilities before labour arbitration boards and the Labour Relations Board. Other responsibilities include consultation and assistance in contract interpretation, grievance handling, and other related labour relations/employment law matters.

Requirements and Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Law Degree with experience in employment/labour law, administrative law or litigation.
  • Minimum of 5 years' experience in labour relations law including demonstrated skills in collective bargaining and labour arbitration preferred but will consider candidates with other comparable experience.
  • Member in good standing of the Nova Scotia Barristers Society, or eligible for membership.
  • Previous labour relations experience in the broader public sector environment including health care is also an asset.
  • Travel is required for the position within Nova Scotia

What We Offer:

We offer a Competitive Compensation Package that includes:

  • Comprehensive Health and Dental Benefits: Enjoy a robust cost-shared health and dental program to keep you and your family well-covered.
  • Top-Tier Pension Plan: Benefit from our highly ranked defined benefit pension plan (NSHEPP), ensuring your long-term financial security.
  • Generous Vacation Time: Start with 4 weeks of vacation plus the option to buy back additional days to suit your needs.
  • Wellness and Family Leave: Take advantage of dedicated Wellness Days and Family Leave Days to support your personal and family life.
  • Annual Wellness Allowance: Receive an annual allowance to support your well-being through various wellness initiatives.
  • Professional Development: Access ongoing opportunities for professional growth and development to advance your career.

Application Process:

Applications will be accepted until January 27th, 2026.

Qualified applicants are invited to submit their resume and cover letter.

As an organization that supports a diverse workplace, we welcome people from all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, age, religion, physical and mental abilities, family status, and political belief and affiliation.

Health Association Nova Scotia thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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