Insurance Council of British Columbia
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
About the Insurance Council
The Insurance Council of British Columbia is the regulatory organization that licenses and regulates the activities of over 50,000 life and general insurance agents, general insurance salespersons, insurance adjusters, and restricted travel insurance agents in British Columbia.
Why Work for the Insurance Council?
Work with a great team of people in a rewarding career that makes a difference. We’re in a downtown location with plenty of amenities nearby. The Insurance Council has a friendly and collaborative environment with a team who’s committed to protecting the public.
We offer a comprehensive health and dental plan.
Work-life balance.
This position is mostly remote work enabled. The incumbent would be required to come into the office as needed.
Professional development.
Equitable employment opportunities
The Opportunity
The Director, Legal Services will provide strong leadership and expert legal advisory services on a broad range of organizational matters including licensee conduct, licensing, and practice; regulatory frameworks; contracts; and other matters as required. Reporting to the CEO, the Director will guide a team of legal professionals and is a member of the senior leadership team responsible for organizational oversight and strategy.
Duties and Responsibilities
Develop and implement the organization’s legal strategy, policies, and procedures in line with the overall corporate strategy.
Provide leadership and day-to-day management of the organization’s legal staff in line with agreed objectives, policies, and procedures.
Provide legal advice for inquiries, audits, complaints, investigations, disciplinary processes, and licensing suitability matters in accordance with legislation and Council policies.
Support the drafting of correspondence to complainants, applicants, licensees, and others.
Facilitate the preparation of production orders and subpoenas.
Oversee legal support for Council’s Review Committees by coordinating cases to be presented with staff, providing legal advice and training to the committees, and facilitating the preparation of committee reports.
Oversee legal support for Council’s Licensing Committee by coordinating cases to be considered with licensing staff, providing legal advice to the committee, and facilitating the preparation of committee reports.
Oversee the drafting and circulation of intended decisions and orders.
Lead the coordination and preparation for hearings including organizing and training hearing committees, engaging with counsel for all parties, updating hearing guidance documents and overseeing evidence disclosure.
Manage the organization’s participation in Financial Services Tribunal appeals and judicial reviews.
Prepare, review, and provide legal analysis of proposed policies, guidelines, rules, and legislation.
Act as the organization’s Privacy Officer and oversee compliance with FOIPPA including the organization’s responses to FOI requests.
Conduct legal research and gather information and data from various sources.
Manage engagement of external legal counsel as required.
Establish and maintain effective processes to ensure the timely delivery of required business documentation and foster the development of appropriate forms of standardized documentation.
Contribute as a member of the senior management team in organizational oversight and strategy.
Develop and manage business processes and policies in areas of responsibility including guiding, monitoring, and reporting on the quality and timeliness of service delivery.
Develop and manage the departmental budget including staffing, expense management, and variance forecasting.
Lead or participate in strategic projects as required.
Provide presentations to stakeholders as a representative of the Insurance Council.
Undertake other responsibilities as required.
Qualifications and Experience
University Law degree and practicing member in good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia
Highly proficient in the practice of administrative and privacy law
Knowledge of the BC judicial system and procedures
Skilled in the rules of evidence, investigations, and presentation
Proficient in insurance and/or financial services concepts
Fifteen (15) years’ experience in a regulatory/insurance /financial services company (preferred) with five (5) years at a Senior Management level.
Extensive management experience with a demonstrated proficiency in motivating and developing people
Experience in drafting complex legal documents
Seasoned ability to accurately interpret applicable legislation and regulations
Proficient in MS Office desktop applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Upon hire, new employees will be placed in a starting salary between the minimum and P50 (midpoint) of the salary range. The P50 of the range represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications, and experience for the position . In some circumstances, the new employee may be eligible for compensation beyond the P50 of the salary range. Factors that influence this decision include full job knowledge, qualifications, internal equity, and experience in a similar role.
Apr 16, 2024
Full time
About the Insurance Council
The Insurance Council of British Columbia is the regulatory organization that licenses and regulates the activities of over 50,000 life and general insurance agents, general insurance salespersons, insurance adjusters, and restricted travel insurance agents in British Columbia.
Why Work for the Insurance Council?
Work with a great team of people in a rewarding career that makes a difference. We’re in a downtown location with plenty of amenities nearby. The Insurance Council has a friendly and collaborative environment with a team who’s committed to protecting the public.
We offer a comprehensive health and dental plan.
Work-life balance.
This position is mostly remote work enabled. The incumbent would be required to come into the office as needed.
Professional development.
Equitable employment opportunities
The Opportunity
The Director, Legal Services will provide strong leadership and expert legal advisory services on a broad range of organizational matters including licensee conduct, licensing, and practice; regulatory frameworks; contracts; and other matters as required. Reporting to the CEO, the Director will guide a team of legal professionals and is a member of the senior leadership team responsible for organizational oversight and strategy.
Duties and Responsibilities
Develop and implement the organization’s legal strategy, policies, and procedures in line with the overall corporate strategy.
Provide leadership and day-to-day management of the organization’s legal staff in line with agreed objectives, policies, and procedures.
Provide legal advice for inquiries, audits, complaints, investigations, disciplinary processes, and licensing suitability matters in accordance with legislation and Council policies.
Support the drafting of correspondence to complainants, applicants, licensees, and others.
Facilitate the preparation of production orders and subpoenas.
Oversee legal support for Council’s Review Committees by coordinating cases to be presented with staff, providing legal advice and training to the committees, and facilitating the preparation of committee reports.
Oversee legal support for Council’s Licensing Committee by coordinating cases to be considered with licensing staff, providing legal advice to the committee, and facilitating the preparation of committee reports.
Oversee the drafting and circulation of intended decisions and orders.
Lead the coordination and preparation for hearings including organizing and training hearing committees, engaging with counsel for all parties, updating hearing guidance documents and overseeing evidence disclosure.
Manage the organization’s participation in Financial Services Tribunal appeals and judicial reviews.
Prepare, review, and provide legal analysis of proposed policies, guidelines, rules, and legislation.
Act as the organization’s Privacy Officer and oversee compliance with FOIPPA including the organization’s responses to FOI requests.
Conduct legal research and gather information and data from various sources.
Manage engagement of external legal counsel as required.
Establish and maintain effective processes to ensure the timely delivery of required business documentation and foster the development of appropriate forms of standardized documentation.
Contribute as a member of the senior management team in organizational oversight and strategy.
Develop and manage business processes and policies in areas of responsibility including guiding, monitoring, and reporting on the quality and timeliness of service delivery.
Develop and manage the departmental budget including staffing, expense management, and variance forecasting.
Lead or participate in strategic projects as required.
Provide presentations to stakeholders as a representative of the Insurance Council.
Undertake other responsibilities as required.
Qualifications and Experience
University Law degree and practicing member in good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia
Highly proficient in the practice of administrative and privacy law
Knowledge of the BC judicial system and procedures
Skilled in the rules of evidence, investigations, and presentation
Proficient in insurance and/or financial services concepts
Fifteen (15) years’ experience in a regulatory/insurance /financial services company (preferred) with five (5) years at a Senior Management level.
Extensive management experience with a demonstrated proficiency in motivating and developing people
Experience in drafting complex legal documents
Seasoned ability to accurately interpret applicable legislation and regulations
Proficient in MS Office desktop applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Upon hire, new employees will be placed in a starting salary between the minimum and P50 (midpoint) of the salary range. The P50 of the range represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications, and experience for the position . In some circumstances, the new employee may be eligible for compensation beyond the P50 of the salary range. Factors that influence this decision include full job knowledge, qualifications, internal equity, and experience in a similar role.
ABOUT US
We’re one of Canada’s largest pension investment managers, with CAD$243.7 billion of net assets as at March 31, 2023.
We invest funds for the pension plans of the federal public service, the Canadian Forces, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and the Reserve Force. Headquartered in Ottawa, PSP Investments has its principal business office in Montréal and offices in New York, London and Hong Kong.
Capturing and leading complex global investments requires us to work as one to seize valuable opportunities, in close collaboration with some of the world’s top companies. At PSP, you’ll join a team of motivated and engaged professionals, dedicated to propelling our organization further than ever before.
EXPERIENCE THE EDGE
At PSP, we encourage our employees to grow, forge powerful relationships, contribute and fuel inspired investment launchpads. We are committed to a culture that fosters collaboration and allows us to think beyond, in an interconnected way. We advocate for our employees to speak-up, learn, experiment, share, and be part of an
inclusive work environment
where diversity is embraced.
ABOUT THE TEAM
As a member of PSP Investments’ Legal Affairs department, the incumbent will, under the direction of the Senior Director, Legal Affairs and in collaboration with the other Access to Information and Privacy (“ATIP") professionals, be responsible for activities relating to PSP’s compliance with the Access to Information Act (Canada) and privacy laws and data protection obligations applicable to its operations in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom and Hong Kong.
ABOUT YOUR ROLE
As an Access to Information and Privacy Counsel, Legal Affairs, you’ll:
Accountable for processing and responding to access to information and privacy requests, investigations, complaints and consultations within delay prescribed by law.
Collaborate with, and obtain alignment from, other PSP teams in the context of ATIP requests, consultations, projects, assessments and investigations
Provide advice and recommendations on disclosure of information in accordance with ATIP Acts, policies and directives.
Support wholly-owned subsidiaries of PSP in the application of applicable ATIP laws.
Review and validate the monthly proactive disclosure reports prior to disclosure in accordance with the Access to Information Act.
Ongoing refinement and scaling of the ATIP program, based on the evolution of applicable ATIP laws and the growth of the organization advice and recommendations on disclosure of information in accordance with applicable privacy laws.
Monitor, report on and implement new requirements under applicable and ATIP laws and share relevant information with internal stakeholders.
Draft and update ATIP policies, procedures, guidelines, notices and other documentation.
Act as a mentor and/or train more junior members of the team.
Develop, compile and maintain KPIs and prepare periodic reports for various internal teams.
Oversee preparation of internal and external ATIP reports.
Develop and maintain networks internally and externally in the ATIP community.
Attend ATIP meetings and training, as appropriate, and share knowledge of relevant learnings with the ATIP team and other stakeholders.
Oversee preparation of information to be included in InfoSource on an annual basis
Develop and deliver in-house ATIP training programs for employees/consultants customized to the needs of different stakeholders.
Implement and coordinate corporate awareness activities related to ATIP.
Contribute to furthering the status of the ATIP office as an effective and valued business partner within PSP.
Review, draft and negotiate data protection addendums, data transfer agreements and privacy and security contractual terms for suppliers, on an as needed basis.
Provide advice and recommendations on privacy requirements for projects involving personal information on an as-needed basis.
Perform Privacy Impact Assessments, as required by the Privacy Act (Canada), the GDPR and other privacy laws, on an as-needed basis.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED
Education
Called to the bar in at least one Province in Canada (ideally)
IAPP or other privacy professional certification will be considered an asset
Experience
Minimum of 7+ years related experience within Access to Information, preferably in a government institution
Privacy experience is considered an asset. (an interest in privacy and training will be mandatory for those without experience).
Skills
Trusted subject-matter expert in ATIP
Deep knowledge of Canadian ATIP laws
Expertise in international privacy laws impacting PSP’s operations, including the General Data Protection Regulation, is considered an asset
Clear understanding of Canadian government organizations
Sound business judgment, adaptability, and demonstrated ability to identify, prioritize, and resolve issues quickly and effectively
Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
Ability to collaborate with, challenge and influence people at various levels and with various perspectives
Ability to simplify complex issues and provide practical advice that can be operationalized
Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision
Ability to independently set priorities and follow up with relevant parties to meet strict deadlines, while managing steady workload
Bilingual, written and oral (English and French)
Strong technical skills with Microsoft Office and similar tools
Existing network in ATIP community will be considered an asset
We offer a tailored employee experience and competitive total rewards and benefits package* designed to attract and retain global diverse talent, reward performance, and reinforce business strategies and priorities. Beyond salary and incentive pay eligibility, you have access to:
A flexible hybrid work model with a mix of in-office and remote days based on business groups, teams, and roles
A hybrid allowance to support any hybrid related needs
Competitive pension plans
Comprehensive group insurance plans
Unlimited access to virtual healthcare services and wellness programs
Generous and inclusive paid family leave
Vacation days available on day one with additional days on milestone service anniversaries, and summer Friday afternoons off
Investment in career development
Benefits package may vary based on your employee type.
At PSP, we aim to provide an inclusive workplace where we leverage diversity and where everyone feels valued, safe, respected and empowered to grow. As part of this leadership commitment, we strongly encourage applications from all qualified applicants and strive to offer an inclusive and accessible candidate experience. If you require any accommodation for any part of the recruitment process, please let us know.
Please note that this position can be located in our offices in Montreal or Ottawa. If located in Ottawa, some travel to Montreal will be required.
Visit us on
www.investpsp.com/en/
Nov 28, 2023
Full time
ABOUT US
We’re one of Canada’s largest pension investment managers, with CAD$243.7 billion of net assets as at March 31, 2023.
We invest funds for the pension plans of the federal public service, the Canadian Forces, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and the Reserve Force. Headquartered in Ottawa, PSP Investments has its principal business office in Montréal and offices in New York, London and Hong Kong.
Capturing and leading complex global investments requires us to work as one to seize valuable opportunities, in close collaboration with some of the world’s top companies. At PSP, you’ll join a team of motivated and engaged professionals, dedicated to propelling our organization further than ever before.
EXPERIENCE THE EDGE
At PSP, we encourage our employees to grow, forge powerful relationships, contribute and fuel inspired investment launchpads. We are committed to a culture that fosters collaboration and allows us to think beyond, in an interconnected way. We advocate for our employees to speak-up, learn, experiment, share, and be part of an
inclusive work environment
where diversity is embraced.
ABOUT THE TEAM
As a member of PSP Investments’ Legal Affairs department, the incumbent will, under the direction of the Senior Director, Legal Affairs and in collaboration with the other Access to Information and Privacy (“ATIP") professionals, be responsible for activities relating to PSP’s compliance with the Access to Information Act (Canada) and privacy laws and data protection obligations applicable to its operations in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom and Hong Kong.
ABOUT YOUR ROLE
As an Access to Information and Privacy Counsel, Legal Affairs, you’ll:
Accountable for processing and responding to access to information and privacy requests, investigations, complaints and consultations within delay prescribed by law.
Collaborate with, and obtain alignment from, other PSP teams in the context of ATIP requests, consultations, projects, assessments and investigations
Provide advice and recommendations on disclosure of information in accordance with ATIP Acts, policies and directives.
Support wholly-owned subsidiaries of PSP in the application of applicable ATIP laws.
Review and validate the monthly proactive disclosure reports prior to disclosure in accordance with the Access to Information Act.
Ongoing refinement and scaling of the ATIP program, based on the evolution of applicable ATIP laws and the growth of the organization advice and recommendations on disclosure of information in accordance with applicable privacy laws.
Monitor, report on and implement new requirements under applicable and ATIP laws and share relevant information with internal stakeholders.
Draft and update ATIP policies, procedures, guidelines, notices and other documentation.
Act as a mentor and/or train more junior members of the team.
Develop, compile and maintain KPIs and prepare periodic reports for various internal teams.
Oversee preparation of internal and external ATIP reports.
Develop and maintain networks internally and externally in the ATIP community.
Attend ATIP meetings and training, as appropriate, and share knowledge of relevant learnings with the ATIP team and other stakeholders.
Oversee preparation of information to be included in InfoSource on an annual basis
Develop and deliver in-house ATIP training programs for employees/consultants customized to the needs of different stakeholders.
Implement and coordinate corporate awareness activities related to ATIP.
Contribute to furthering the status of the ATIP office as an effective and valued business partner within PSP.
Review, draft and negotiate data protection addendums, data transfer agreements and privacy and security contractual terms for suppliers, on an as needed basis.
Provide advice and recommendations on privacy requirements for projects involving personal information on an as-needed basis.
Perform Privacy Impact Assessments, as required by the Privacy Act (Canada), the GDPR and other privacy laws, on an as-needed basis.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED
Education
Called to the bar in at least one Province in Canada (ideally)
IAPP or other privacy professional certification will be considered an asset
Experience
Minimum of 7+ years related experience within Access to Information, preferably in a government institution
Privacy experience is considered an asset. (an interest in privacy and training will be mandatory for those without experience).
Skills
Trusted subject-matter expert in ATIP
Deep knowledge of Canadian ATIP laws
Expertise in international privacy laws impacting PSP’s operations, including the General Data Protection Regulation, is considered an asset
Clear understanding of Canadian government organizations
Sound business judgment, adaptability, and demonstrated ability to identify, prioritize, and resolve issues quickly and effectively
Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
Ability to collaborate with, challenge and influence people at various levels and with various perspectives
Ability to simplify complex issues and provide practical advice that can be operationalized
Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision
Ability to independently set priorities and follow up with relevant parties to meet strict deadlines, while managing steady workload
Bilingual, written and oral (English and French)
Strong technical skills with Microsoft Office and similar tools
Existing network in ATIP community will be considered an asset
We offer a tailored employee experience and competitive total rewards and benefits package* designed to attract and retain global diverse talent, reward performance, and reinforce business strategies and priorities. Beyond salary and incentive pay eligibility, you have access to:
A flexible hybrid work model with a mix of in-office and remote days based on business groups, teams, and roles
A hybrid allowance to support any hybrid related needs
Competitive pension plans
Comprehensive group insurance plans
Unlimited access to virtual healthcare services and wellness programs
Generous and inclusive paid family leave
Vacation days available on day one with additional days on milestone service anniversaries, and summer Friday afternoons off
Investment in career development
Benefits package may vary based on your employee type.
At PSP, we aim to provide an inclusive workplace where we leverage diversity and where everyone feels valued, safe, respected and empowered to grow. As part of this leadership commitment, we strongly encourage applications from all qualified applicants and strive to offer an inclusive and accessible candidate experience. If you require any accommodation for any part of the recruitment process, please let us know.
Please note that this position can be located in our offices in Montreal or Ottawa. If located in Ottawa, some travel to Montreal will be required.
Visit us on
www.investpsp.com/en/
Why WestJet:
Every WestJet journey has the potential to enrich lives; a career with us is no exception.
WestJet arrived on the Canadian airline scene in 1996 and changed the industry for the better. We made air travel more affordable for Canadians and now we're going global.
Join us and love where you’re going.
Remote Work:
This position is eligible for remote work, within Canada, under our mobile workforce program.
Overview of role:
As WestJet navigates through our recovery strategy, we are seeking an in house counsel with employment experience to join our dynamic, high-performing legal team.
You will work alongside the Director, Legal and assist in providing strategic direction and advice on all manner of employment-related legal issues facing the WestJet Group. You will mainly work with the People & Culture team assisting with issues relating to recruitment, discipline and performance management, terminations, accommodations and disability management, workplace investigations, and policy development and implementation. You will act as counsel for WestJet in litigation and manage external counsel.
You will continue to strengthen an efficient and effective partnership between various business units and the legal team. You will have passion, positive drive, and agility and will combine your strong business acumen and strategic legal counsel to partner with other legal team members, all levels of the organization and external legal counsel. You should have a pragmatic and professional nature, be able to adapt quickly to change and legal ambiguities, be able to establish and meet deadlines, and be a highly motivated, well-rounded self-starter with a high energy level. You should be able to effectively communicate sophisticated advice in a high-volume and fast-paced environment to a variety of our internal clients. In your cover letter, please tell us about an interesting recent employment-related case that you think might be valuable to WestJet (limit your thoughts to a paragraph).
Key Deliverables include:
Support employment, human rights and immigration matters at WestJet and its affiliates
Provide pragmatic and timely advice to various departments and act as subject matter expert on cross-functional projects
Partner with the People & Culture team to provide direction on recruitment, discipline and performance management, terminations, accommodations and disability management, workplace investigations, health and safety, and policy development and implementation
Perform legal research and draft legal opinions on a variety of legal issues, including under federal human rights law and the Canada Labour Code
Act as counsel for WestJet in matters related to the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Canada Labour Code, including preparing and drafting documents and conducting mediations and hearings
Conduct and/or oversee the handling of employment litigation files, including through instruction and management of external counsel
Represent WestJet in negotiations, mediations and discussions and other dealings with counterparties and governmental agencies
May conduct litigation and regulatory dispute resolution
May review, respond and resolve regulatory claims and Canadian transportation Agency complaints
Provide general legal advice to all areas of WestJet and its affiliates
Experience & Qualifications:
Must be a lawyer with at least 2 years of legal experience in a law firm or in-house counsel position and be a member in good standing of the Alberta Bar (or another provincial bar)
Broad base of experience in employment and human rights law, preferably in the federal sector
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact with different departments and management levels across the company
Proven ability to deal with complex employment issues involving multiple areas of the law and multiple jurisdictions
Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment with changing deadlines and priorities
Strong analytical, dispute resolution and problem-solving skills required
Committed team player who brings humour and humility to the job
Broad base of labour experience and/or commercial litigation is an asset
Experience with privacy law is an asset
Experience with delivering training on a departmental and enterprise basis is an asset
Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset
The benefits of being a WestJetter:
WestJet provides all WestJetters with a competitive total rewards package. On top of that, we offer:
A fun and friendly culture with colleagues who work together to win
Travel privileges for you and your family, effective from your start date
Savings and Benefit programs that are flexible to meet your specific needs
Think we are a fit? Apply now!
About WestJet Group of Companies
Together with WestJet's regional airline, WestJet Encore, we offer scheduled service to more than 100 destinations in North America, Central America, the Caribbean and Europe and to more than 175 destinations in over 20 countries through our airline partnerships.
Our Safety Promise
At WestJet, the safety and security of our people and our guests is a core value and at the heart of what we do. As safety and security is a shared responsibility, it is expected that you will use safe work practices to ensure your well-being and the safety of others.
WestJet recognizes that the use of Alcohol and Drugs can adversely impact a safe work environment and the well-being of others including guests, suppliers and the public, as well as place WestJet's operations at risk. All roles that are identified as safety sensitive are required to pass a Pre-Employment Alcohol and Drug Test as per WestJet's Alcohol and Drug Policy.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We embrace what makes us each unique, and what makes us uniquely WestJet. WestJet is committed to inclusiveness, equity, and accessibility and if you require accommodation during the selection process, please let our Talent Acquisition team know. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest in WestJet; however, only those candidates who are selected will be contacted.
For more information about everything WestJet, please visit WestJet.com.
Feb 21, 2023
Remote
Why WestJet:
Every WestJet journey has the potential to enrich lives; a career with us is no exception.
WestJet arrived on the Canadian airline scene in 1996 and changed the industry for the better. We made air travel more affordable for Canadians and now we're going global.
Join us and love where you’re going.
Remote Work:
This position is eligible for remote work, within Canada, under our mobile workforce program.
Overview of role:
As WestJet navigates through our recovery strategy, we are seeking an in house counsel with employment experience to join our dynamic, high-performing legal team.
You will work alongside the Director, Legal and assist in providing strategic direction and advice on all manner of employment-related legal issues facing the WestJet Group. You will mainly work with the People & Culture team assisting with issues relating to recruitment, discipline and performance management, terminations, accommodations and disability management, workplace investigations, and policy development and implementation. You will act as counsel for WestJet in litigation and manage external counsel.
You will continue to strengthen an efficient and effective partnership between various business units and the legal team. You will have passion, positive drive, and agility and will combine your strong business acumen and strategic legal counsel to partner with other legal team members, all levels of the organization and external legal counsel. You should have a pragmatic and professional nature, be able to adapt quickly to change and legal ambiguities, be able to establish and meet deadlines, and be a highly motivated, well-rounded self-starter with a high energy level. You should be able to effectively communicate sophisticated advice in a high-volume and fast-paced environment to a variety of our internal clients. In your cover letter, please tell us about an interesting recent employment-related case that you think might be valuable to WestJet (limit your thoughts to a paragraph).
Key Deliverables include:
Support employment, human rights and immigration matters at WestJet and its affiliates
Provide pragmatic and timely advice to various departments and act as subject matter expert on cross-functional projects
Partner with the People & Culture team to provide direction on recruitment, discipline and performance management, terminations, accommodations and disability management, workplace investigations, health and safety, and policy development and implementation
Perform legal research and draft legal opinions on a variety of legal issues, including under federal human rights law and the Canada Labour Code
Act as counsel for WestJet in matters related to the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Canada Labour Code, including preparing and drafting documents and conducting mediations and hearings
Conduct and/or oversee the handling of employment litigation files, including through instruction and management of external counsel
Represent WestJet in negotiations, mediations and discussions and other dealings with counterparties and governmental agencies
May conduct litigation and regulatory dispute resolution
May review, respond and resolve regulatory claims and Canadian transportation Agency complaints
Provide general legal advice to all areas of WestJet and its affiliates
Experience & Qualifications:
Must be a lawyer with at least 2 years of legal experience in a law firm or in-house counsel position and be a member in good standing of the Alberta Bar (or another provincial bar)
Broad base of experience in employment and human rights law, preferably in the federal sector
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact with different departments and management levels across the company
Proven ability to deal with complex employment issues involving multiple areas of the law and multiple jurisdictions
Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment with changing deadlines and priorities
Strong analytical, dispute resolution and problem-solving skills required
Committed team player who brings humour and humility to the job
Broad base of labour experience and/or commercial litigation is an asset
Experience with privacy law is an asset
Experience with delivering training on a departmental and enterprise basis is an asset
Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset
The benefits of being a WestJetter:
WestJet provides all WestJetters with a competitive total rewards package. On top of that, we offer:
A fun and friendly culture with colleagues who work together to win
Travel privileges for you and your family, effective from your start date
Savings and Benefit programs that are flexible to meet your specific needs
Think we are a fit? Apply now!
About WestJet Group of Companies
Together with WestJet's regional airline, WestJet Encore, we offer scheduled service to more than 100 destinations in North America, Central America, the Caribbean and Europe and to more than 175 destinations in over 20 countries through our airline partnerships.
Our Safety Promise
At WestJet, the safety and security of our people and our guests is a core value and at the heart of what we do. As safety and security is a shared responsibility, it is expected that you will use safe work practices to ensure your well-being and the safety of others.
WestJet recognizes that the use of Alcohol and Drugs can adversely impact a safe work environment and the well-being of others including guests, suppliers and the public, as well as place WestJet's operations at risk. All roles that are identified as safety sensitive are required to pass a Pre-Employment Alcohol and Drug Test as per WestJet's Alcohol and Drug Policy.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We embrace what makes us each unique, and what makes us uniquely WestJet. WestJet is committed to inclusiveness, equity, and accessibility and if you require accommodation during the selection process, please let our Talent Acquisition team know. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest in WestJet; however, only those candidates who are selected will be contacted.
For more information about everything WestJet, please visit WestJet.com.