Advisor, Legal Affairs

Join to apply for the Advisor, Legal Affairs, Employement Law role at RONA At RONA, our employees let their passion blossom every day. Our teams are driven by the desire to help people bring their projects to life and are committed to making a difference in the communities we serve. We operate or service corporate and affiliated dealer stores, offering a distinctive product and service range across our RONA+, RONA and Dick’s Lumber banners to meet the needs of DIYers and contractors. You’ve got the talent? We’ve got the tools Here, your work and ideas will contribute to building a flourishing organization. Your voice will always be heard and valued. You’ll find career opportunities that live up to your ambitions and be able to further develop your unique set of skills. So, if you’re looking to do what you love, we could be a perfect match. Our expectations RONA is seeking an experienced legal counsel in employment law to support its teams in Quebec and across Canada. Reporting to the Head of Legal or a Senior Legal Counsel, the successful candidate will play a leading advisory role in collective and individual labour relations matters. The role Act as a business partner to the HR teams by delivering practical, timely legal advice aligned with RONA’s business objectives. Draft, review, and negotiate employment-related documents and processes, and manage sensitive files. Be involved throughout the entire employment lifecycle—from hiring to termination—including internal policies, performance management, discipline, and the protection of personal information in the HR context. Provide strategic support to the Presence Management team. Support the HR teams in collective agreement negotiations and renewals, including mandate preparation, developing negotiation strategies, and drafting or updating clauses. Support the Health, Safety and Asset Protection team with incident prevention and management. Provide ad hoc strategic support to the Communications team. Assist the Sustainability and Regulatory Compliance Quality Assurance Team. Receive and handle ethics and compliance reports. Develop and deliver targeted training as needed and update internal policies to ensure ongoing compliance with applicable laws. Conduct relevant legal monitoring, anticipate the impacts of legislative changes, and formulate recommendations to mitigate risks and support decision-making. Manage litigated matters handled by external law firms. Requirements Member in good standing of the Barreau du Québec. Minimum of five years of relevant experience in employment law and/or labor relations, acquired at a leading law firm or a large company. Demonstrated in‑depth expertise in employment standards, labor relations, occupational health and safety, human rights, and the protection of personal information in the HR context, together with comprehensive knowledge of corporate governance and ethics frameworks. Exceptional analytical and problem‑solving skills, coupled with sound practical judgment. Ability to work with minimal supervision and take initiative. Ability to work under pressure with a diverse client base, manage priorities effectively, and handle a high volume of files simultaneously. Client‑focused approach and team spirit. Bilingualism (English and French), spoken and written, given that many business stakeholders and internal clients are located outside Quebec. Benefits A childcare centre that can accommodate up to 78 children. A cafeteria with a delicious menu prepared by a dedicated chef, healthy options, as well as FARO Roasting Houses and Tim Hortons coffee stations. Electric car charging stations. A fitness centre, sports activities, and showers. Exclusive employee discounts, plus a 10% discount on store merchandise (at all RONA locations). Benefits: retirement savings plan, annual bonuses, student incentive program, etc. Career growth opportunities within the company. An inclusive and safe working environment. Promotion of work‑life balance. An employer that’s involved in the community. And much more If selected for an interview, please advise our Human Resources team if you require accommodation during the interview and assessment process and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs. RONA is committed to encouraging diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, gender, nationality, age, disability, or any other protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr