Halifax Labour

Discover The Opportunity Are you an experienced Lawyer with a passion for Labour & Employment? Do you envision a rewarding career providing comprehensive legal services to a diverse range of clients? McInnes Cooper invites you to explore an exciting opportunity to join our Labour & Employment team as a Lawyer in Halifax, Nova Scotia. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your legal career while leveraging your expertise to handle various interesting and sophisticated matters. The Labour & Employment practice group provides management‑side legal advice and representation in a variety of Labour & Employment matters. Lawyers in these groups regularly appear before arbitrators, administrative tribunals and courts. The team also represents clients in mediations, settlement conferences, interest arbitration and collective bargaining. Responsibilities Managing your own files and working alongside other L&E team members; Providing legal services across a broad range of L&E matters; Communicating effectively with clients, colleagues and opposing counsel to ensure positive outcomes; Analyzing complex legal issues and offering strategic advice; Representing clients in court at hearings and in negotiations. Qualifications Candidates should possess 3 to 5 years of relevant experience, with a preference for those who have worked on labour and employment (L&E) matters; Strong analytical, organizational and leadership skills; Exceptional client‑focused approach with effective interpersonal and communication abilities; Ability to leverage technological skills and established procedures and processes; Proven ability to manage time efficiently and handle multiple files; A strong drive to succeed in a fast‑paced and client‑focused environment. Benefits Flexible work arrangements to support work‑life integration; Industry‑leading group benefits program to ensure your health and well‑being; Personal spending account (wellness benefit); Professional development and conference opportunities; Interest‑free student loan program; Our team – we can't say enough about our people You will be part of a collaborative, collegial, respectful and caring team; Having the opportunity to participate in various firm‑building initiatives including Collective Social Responsibility – volunteerism and pro bono; Wellness BiPOC Access, MC Special Events Committee and many more McInnes Cooper is committed to building an environment that is diverse and inclusive, representative of the communities in which we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in under‑represented roles and members of the 2SLGBTQIA community. Applicants from these equity groups may self‑identify through our online application process. As part of the recruitment process, MC will provide accommodation(s) to candidates with disabilities. If you require an accommodation(s) to participate in the recruitment process with us please contact Alana Burgess at or . Core Skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, Practice Management, Strategic Leadership, Thrive in a Fast‑paced Environment, Thrive in deadline‑driven Environments, Client‑focused, Excellent time management skills, Organized, Strong Analytical Abilities. A little bit about us McInnes Cooper is a solutions‑driven Canadian law firm and member of Lex Mundi, the world’s leading network of independent law firms. Providing strategic counsel to industry‑leading clients from Canada and abroad, the firm has continued to thrive for over 160 years through its relentless focus on client success, talent engagement and innovation. Our People At McInnes Cooper you will find a team that values you. We recognize that our members are key in delivering outstanding client service and we provide a collaborative professional environment with a member‑focused culture. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment that values, respects and supports different perspectives, cultures and experiences. Diversity & Inclusion We recognize that our individual differences make us a stronger, more adaptable law firm. We embrace these differences and give all of our members the opportunity to develop their unique skills and talents. Collective Social Responsibility We are recognized as a leader and innovator amongst Canadian law firms in the field of Collective Social Responsibility. Our people are concerned citizens who enjoy giving back. Together we focus on developing ongoing partnerships with community organizations that do amazing work often despite limited resources and public awareness. As a firm we have the ability to respond with contributions of time and monetary support and our people give generously of their skills and effort. Pro Bono Legal Services Through our Pro Bono Program we provide legal counsel to disadvantaged people and organizations that have difficulty gaining access to justice on matters of public interest. Environmental Stewardship Like any large organization our operations leave a footprint on the environment. From paper use and waste production to transportation and energy consumption we continually look for opportunities to minimize that impact. Key Skills Time Management, Microsoft Office, Communication skills, Computer Skills, Microsoft Word, Banking, Legal Research, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Underwriting, Phone Etiquette. Employment Type: Full‑Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary: 3 - 5 #J-18808-Ljbffr