Counsel, Labour and Employment

3 weeks ago

Montreal, Canada CN Full time
Job Summary

The Counsel, Labour and Employment (Canada) is responsible for advising on all Labour Relations (LR) and Human Resources (HR) legal issues in Canada. The role provides general and strategic advice on labour and employment position drafts policies and manages litigation and complaints to third party incumbent leads the Workers Compensation Group.

Main Responsibilities

General Employment Advice

·Advise and oversee third-party investigations of complaints

·Advise internal clients on any other employment-related legal matters as requested including internal investigations, performance management, discipline, leaves, occupational health and safety matters, and requirements under the Canada Labour Code

·Review and draft employment related policies

Oversight of complaints and litigation

·Advise on the company’s response to complaints and lawsuits

·Instruct external counsel handling CN’s response

·Assist external counsel in collecting relevant documentation from inside CN

·Make decisions on strategy including settlements

·Collaborate with executives and managers from other functions to ensure alignment

Oversight of Workers Compensation Team

·Lead a team that manages the Workers Compensation team in Canada

·Develop and implement strategies to achieve results

Working Conditions

The role has standard working conditions in an office environment with a regular work week from Monday to Friday and is eligible to participate in CNs hybrid work policy of 3 days in the office and 2 days to the nature of the role, the incumbent must be able to meet tight deadlines, handle pressure and stress. The role requires minimal travel (10%) within Canada.

Requirements

Experience

Labour and Employment Law

·Minimum 5 years of experience in labour and employment law, either as in-house or external counsel

oExperience providing general labour and employment law advice including advice related to the Canada Labour Code

oExperience advising on internal complaints as well as complaints to third-party agencies

oExperience advising a federally regulated entity with a large-unionized population*

oExperience working in the transportation, trucking, or railroad industry*

oExperience providing advice on the Official Languages Act*

*Any experience for these above would be considered as an asset

Education/Certification/Designation

·Juris Doctor or Equivalent from a recognized law school

·Member of the Bar in a province where CN has substantial operations

Competencies

·Collaborates with others and shares information

·Communicates with impact

·Demonstrates agility and drives change

·Knows the business and stays current on industry needs

·Applies critical thinking

Technical Skills/Knowledge

·General Microsoft Office skills

·Knowledge of employment laws, including the Canada Labour Code, complaints, and litigation procedures

·Fluently bilingual, both written and verbal (English, French)*

·Knowledge of CN Operations*

  • Counsel, Labour and Employment

    16 hours ago

    Montreal, Quebec, Canada CN Full time

    At CN, everyday brings new and exciting challenges. Join us!Job SummaryThe Counsel, Labour and Employment (Canada) advises on Labour Relations (LR) and Human Resources (HR) legal issues in Canada. The role provides general and strategic advice on labour and employment law, drafts policies, and manages litigation and complaints.Main ResponsibilitiesGeneral...

  • Labour and Employment Lawyer

    4 weeks ago

    Montreal, Canada Mc Carthy Tetrault Full time

    Labour and Employment Lawyer Office Montréal Posting Date June 19, 2023 Position type Permanent The Montréal Office of McCarthy Tétrault LLP is seeking a lawyer to join our Labour and Employment Group. The candidate must be a member in good standing of the Barreau du Québec and have between 3 and 5 years of experience...

  • Legal Counsel

    1 month ago

    Montreal, Canada The International Air Transport Association Full time

    Employment Type: Permanent Contract Duration:  At IATA, we speak for the airlines of theworld, serving and supporting over 300 of them across all continents. Weare passionate and knowledgeable about the aviation industry, and we strive tomake it safer, smarter, more sustainable and more inclusive. We celebratediversity and inclusion in our workforce,...

  • Counsellor, Employment

    1 month ago

    Montreal-nord, Canada Impulsion-Travail Full time

    Education: Bachelor's degree - Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years - Social work, other **Work setting**: - Community service organization **Tasks**: - Interview clients to obtain employment history, educational background and career goals - Identify barriers to employment and assist clients with such matters as job readiness skills, job search...

  • Legal Counsel, Litigation and Investigations

    3 days ago

    Montreal, Canada Pharmascience Inc. Full time

    Legal Counsel, Litigation and Investigations Job Category: Legal Affairs Requisition Number: CONSE003016 Apply now Posted : March 14, 2024 Full-Time Locations Showing 1 location DescriptionDo you enjoy the challenge of an ever-changing business? Do you have strong interpersonal skills and a thirst for learning and growing? This job is for you....

  • Legal Counsel, Litigation and Investigations

    3 days ago

    Montreal, Canada Pharmascience Inc. Full time

    Legal Counsel, Litigation and Investigations Job Category: Legal Affairs Requisition Number: CONSE003016 Apply now Posted : March 14, 2024 Full-Time Locations Showing 1 location DescriptionDo you enjoy the challenge of an ever-changing business? Do you have strong interpersonal skills and a thirst for learning and growing? This job is for you....

  • Legal Counsel, Litigation and Investigations

    5 days ago

    Montreal, Canada Pharmascience Inc. Full time

    Legal Counsel, Litigation and Investigations Job Category: Legal Affairs Requisition Number: CONSE003016 Apply now Posted : March 14, 2024 Full-Time Locations Showing 1 location DescriptionDo you enjoy the challenge of an ever-changing business? Do you have strong interpersonal skills and a thirst for learning and growing? This job is for you....

  • Conseiller juridique

    23 hours ago

    Montreal, Canada APP Group Full time

    3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Direct message the job poster from APP Group Your go-to contact for career opportunities with leading outerwear brands MACKAGE and SOIA&KYO MACKAGE SOIA & KYO *** About APP Group APP Group is the Montreal-based parent company of Mackage and SOIA & KYO brands with offices currently in Montreal, Toronto,...

  • Conseiller juridique

    2 days ago

    Montreal, Canada APP Group Full time

    3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Direct message the job poster from APP GroupYour go-to contact for career opportunities with leading outerwear brands MACKAGE and SOIA&KYOMACKAGESOIA & KYO***About APP GroupAPP Group is the Montreal-based parent company of Mackage and SOIA & KYO brands with offices currently in Montreal, Toronto, New York,...

  • Conseiller juridique

    3 days ago

    Montreal, Canada APP Group Full time

    3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Direct message the job poster from APP GroupYour go-to contact for career opportunities with leading outerwear brands MACKAGE and SOIA&KYOMACKAGESOIA & KYO***About APP GroupAPP Group is the Montreal-based parent company of Mackage and SOIA & KYO brands with offices currently in Montreal, Toronto, New York,...

  • Conseiller juridique

    3 days ago

    Montreal, Canada APP Group Full time

    3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Direct message the job poster from APP GroupYour go-to contact for career opportunities with leading outerwear brands MACKAGE and SOIA&KYOMACKAGESOIA & KYO***About APP GroupAPP Group is the Montreal-based parent company of Mackage and SOIA & KYO brands with offices currently in Montreal, Toronto, New York,...

  • Legal Counsel Canada

    3 weeks ago

    Montreal, Canada ClubMed Full time

    Principales missions :Négocier et rédiger des accords commerciaux et d'autres documents juridiques.Capacité à gérer et à superviser les réclamations, les litiges et les contentieux en collaborant avec des avocats externes si nécessaire.Connaissance approfondie des politiques et procédures en matière de travail et d'emploi.Fournir un soutien...

  • Legal Counsel Canada

    3 weeks ago

    Montreal, Canada ClubMed Full time

    Principales missions :Négocier et rédiger des accords commerciaux et d'autres documents juridiques.Capacité à gérer et à superviser les réclamations, les litiges et les contentieux en collaborant avec des avocats externes si nécessaire.Connaissance approfondie des politiques et procédures en matière de travail et d'emploi.Fournir un soutien...

  • Legal Counsel Canada

    3 weeks ago

    Montreal, Canada ClubMed Full time

    Principales missions :Négocier et rédiger des accords commerciaux et d'autres documents juridiques.Capacité à gérer et à superviser les réclamations, les litiges et les contentieux en collaborant avec des avocats externes si nécessaire.Connaissance approfondie des politiques et procédures en matière de travail et d'emploi.Fournir un soutien...

  • Conseiller Juridique

    5 days ago

    Montreal, Canada Intelcom Full time

    Ride the next mile with us!Reporting to the Director of the legal department, the legal counsel will be responsible for all matters pertaining to labour law, litigation and compliance (incl. privacy). The legal counsel will also be responsible for drafting and reviewing commercial contracts.Responsibilities and Duties Include:·Provide guidance to the Human...

  • Commercial Legal Counsel

    23 hours ago

    Montreal, Canada Lightspeed Full time

    Are you actively looking for a new opportunity? Or just checking the market? Well… you might just be in the right place! We’re looking for a Commercial Legal Counsel to join our Commercial Legalteam in Montreal. You will be drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, and generally collaborating with Lightspeed's business divisions to address...

  • Commercial Legal Counsel

    2 days ago

    Montreal, Canada Lightspeed Full time

    Are you actively looking for a new opportunity? Or just checking the market? Well… you might just be in the right place!We’re looking for a Commercial Legal Counsel to join our Commercial Legalteam in Montreal. You will be drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, and generally collaborating with Lightspeed's business divisions to address intricate...

  • Commercial Legal Counsel

    3 days ago

    Montreal, Canada Lightspeed Full time

    Are you actively looking for a new opportunity? Or just checking the market? Well… you might just be in the right place!We’re looking for a Commercial Legal Counsel to join our Commercial Legalteam in Montreal. You will be drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, and generally collaborating with Lightspeed's business divisions to address intricate...

  • Commercial Legal Counsel

    3 days ago

    Montreal, Canada Lightspeed Full time

    Are you actively looking for a new opportunity? Or just checking the market? Well… you might just be in the right place!We’re looking for a Commercial Legal Counsel to join our Commercial Legalteam in Montreal. You will be drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, and generally collaborating with Lightspeed's business divisions to address intricate...

  • General Legal Counsel Canada

    1 month ago

    Montreal, Canada ClubMed Full time

    Principales missions :Négocier et rédiger des accords commerciaux et d'autres documents juridiques.Capacité à gérer et à superviser les réclamations, les litiges et les contentieux en collaborant avec des avocats externes si nécessaire.Connaissance approfondie des politiques et procédures en matière de travail et d'emploi.Fournir un soutien...