Introduction At IBM, work is more than a job - it's a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you've never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world's most challenging problems? If so, lets talk. Your Role and Responsibilities In Canada, the legal team is centered in Markham, Ontario, at the IBM Canada headquarters and has professionals located in various parts of the country. The team provides high value legal support in a number of core areas including information technology, general commercial, employment, intellectual property, privacy and data security. We are looking to add to our diverse high energy team an experienced Staff Counsel. Reporting to the General Counsel, IBM Canada, the successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the IBM business in Canada in the drafting, review and negotiation of customer contracts across all areas of IBM's products and services and acting as a consultant to internal business clients on various legal matters. This could include reviewing, interpreting and providing advice on federal, provincial and local laws, government agency rulings, supplier contracts, IBM policies and practices, business conduct and ethics.
This role will involve supporting clients across Canada, therefore the candidate must be bilingual (i.e. both fully fluent in French and English).***
Required Technical and Professional Expertise
Bilingual English and French (verbal and written) is mandatory
Qualified to practice law in Ontario or another common law province
At least 3-5 years experience in Information Technology Law
Ability to provide independent advice to senior level management on complex matters
Fluent in Microsoft Word (i.e. able to execute contract document drafting and revisions)
Solid organization skills
Preferred Technical And Professional Expertise
Experience working within IT firms selling and/or procuring IT services
Experience in privacy, data security and related legal matters
Capability in Microsoft Excel and Powerpoint
Project management training or experience
Qualified to practice civil law in the province of Quebec
About Business Unit IBM Corporate Headquarters (CHQ) team represents a variety of functions such as marketing, finance, legal, operations, HR, and more, all working together to solve some of the world's most complex problems, help our clients achieve success and build collaborative work environments for IBMers. Your Life @ IBM In a world where technology never stands still, we understand that, dedication to our clients success, innovation that matters, and trust and personal responsibility in all our relationships, lives in what we do as IBMers as we strive to be the catalyst that makes the world work better. Being an IBMer means you’ll be able to learn and develop yourself and your career, you’ll be encouraged to be courageous and experiment everyday, all whilst having continuous trust and support in an environment where everyone can thrive whatever their personal or professional background. Our IBMers are growth minded, always staying curious, open to feedback and learning new information and skills to constantly transform themselves and our company. They are trusted to provide on-going feedback to help other IBMers grow, as well as collaborate with colleagues keeping in mind a team focused approach to include different perspectives to drive exceptional outcomes for our customers. The courage our IBMers have to make critical decisions everyday is essential to IBM becoming the catalyst for progress, always embracing challenges with resources they have to hand, a can-do attitude and always striving for an outcome focused approach within everything that they do. Are you ready to be an IBMer? About IBM IBM’s greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that through the application of intelligence, reason and science, we can improve business, society and the human condition, bringing the power of an open hybrid cloud and AI strategy to life for our clients and partners around the world.Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are not only one of the largest corporate organizations in the world, we’re also one of the biggest technology and consulting employers, with many of the Fortune 50 companies relying on the IBM Cloud to run their business. At IBM, we pride ourselves on being an early adopter of artificial intelligence, quantum computing and blockchain. Now it’s time for you to join us on our journey to being a responsible technology innovator and a force for good in the world. Location Statement Must have the ability to work in Canada without sponsorship. For additional information about location requirements, please discuss with the recruiter following submission of your application. Being You @ IBM IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
Apr 16, 2024
Full time
Introduction At IBM, work is more than a job - it's a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you've never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world's most challenging problems? If so, lets talk. Your Role and Responsibilities In Canada, the legal team is centered in Markham, Ontario, at the IBM Canada headquarters and has professionals located in various parts of the country. The team provides high value legal support in a number of core areas including information technology, general commercial, employment, intellectual property, privacy and data security. We are looking to add to our diverse high energy team an experienced Staff Counsel. Reporting to the General Counsel, IBM Canada, the successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the IBM business in Canada in the drafting, review and negotiation of customer contracts across all areas of IBM's products and services and acting as a consultant to internal business clients on various legal matters. This could include reviewing, interpreting and providing advice on federal, provincial and local laws, government agency rulings, supplier contracts, IBM policies and practices, business conduct and ethics.
This role will involve supporting clients across Canada, therefore the candidate must be bilingual (i.e. both fully fluent in French and English).***
Required Technical and Professional Expertise
Bilingual English and French (verbal and written) is mandatory
Qualified to practice law in Ontario or another common law province
At least 3-5 years experience in Information Technology Law
Ability to provide independent advice to senior level management on complex matters
Fluent in Microsoft Word (i.e. able to execute contract document drafting and revisions)
Solid organization skills
Preferred Technical And Professional Expertise
Experience working within IT firms selling and/or procuring IT services
Experience in privacy, data security and related legal matters
Capability in Microsoft Excel and Powerpoint
Project management training or experience
Qualified to practice civil law in the province of Quebec
About Business Unit IBM Corporate Headquarters (CHQ) team represents a variety of functions such as marketing, finance, legal, operations, HR, and more, all working together to solve some of the world's most complex problems, help our clients achieve success and build collaborative work environments for IBMers. Your Life @ IBM In a world where technology never stands still, we understand that, dedication to our clients success, innovation that matters, and trust and personal responsibility in all our relationships, lives in what we do as IBMers as we strive to be the catalyst that makes the world work better. Being an IBMer means you’ll be able to learn and develop yourself and your career, you’ll be encouraged to be courageous and experiment everyday, all whilst having continuous trust and support in an environment where everyone can thrive whatever their personal or professional background. Our IBMers are growth minded, always staying curious, open to feedback and learning new information and skills to constantly transform themselves and our company. They are trusted to provide on-going feedback to help other IBMers grow, as well as collaborate with colleagues keeping in mind a team focused approach to include different perspectives to drive exceptional outcomes for our customers. The courage our IBMers have to make critical decisions everyday is essential to IBM becoming the catalyst for progress, always embracing challenges with resources they have to hand, a can-do attitude and always striving for an outcome focused approach within everything that they do. Are you ready to be an IBMer? About IBM IBM’s greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that through the application of intelligence, reason and science, we can improve business, society and the human condition, bringing the power of an open hybrid cloud and AI strategy to life for our clients and partners around the world.Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are not only one of the largest corporate organizations in the world, we’re also one of the biggest technology and consulting employers, with many of the Fortune 50 companies relying on the IBM Cloud to run their business. At IBM, we pride ourselves on being an early adopter of artificial intelligence, quantum computing and blockchain. Now it’s time for you to join us on our journey to being a responsible technology innovator and a force for good in the world. Location Statement Must have the ability to work in Canada without sponsorship. For additional information about location requirements, please discuss with the recruiter following submission of your application. Being You @ IBM IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
Mathews Dinsdale & Clark LLP
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Opportunity for an Associate Labour Lawyer in Vancouver
Mathews Dinsdale, Canada’s only coast-to-coast management-side labour and employment law firm, is seeking an experienced labour lawyer to join our fabulous Vancouver team. The successful candidate will be committed to providing excellent client service in a team-oriented and collegial environment. Ideally, you will have at least 3 or more years of experience advising management-side clients on a broad range of labour relations matters. Expertise gained from advising employers in the following areas will be an asset: organizing and certification, collective bargaining, collective agreement administration, grievance arbitration, labour board matters, reviewing and revising employment-related agreements/policies/procedures in the unionized workplace, and advising clients on a wide range of day-to-day labour relations issues otherwise.
Our sole focus is workplace law, and we have a depth of experience across the country that is unmatched. With offices across Canada in Ontario, BC, Alberta and Atlantic Canada, we deliver strategic advice, practical solutions and immediate crisis management, locally and nationally. We are consistently recognized as leaders in workplace law by our clients and national and international legal and business publications including: Chambers Canada, The Globe and Mail’s Canada’s Best Law Firms, Best Lawyers in Canada, Canadian Legal Lexpert, Canadian Lawyer Magazine, Canadian Occupational Safety, The Legal500 Canada, Readers’ Choice OHS Legal Services - Canadian Occupational Safety. We also have unique global reach as the only Canadian member of Ius Laboris, the leading worldwide legal service provider in employment, immigration, and pensions law.
Mathews Dinsdale provides excellent mentorship, a strong and supportive learning environment and business development support. This is an exceptional opportunity to join an engaged, dynamic, diverse, and leading group of lawyers in Vancouver, while also being part of a national team.
The salary range is $120,000 to $180,000, depending on the year of call.
Qualified Candidates :
Please submit your résumé and covering letter in confidence to: humanresourcesvan@mathewsdinsdale.com
Feb 29, 2024
Hybrid
Opportunity for an Associate Labour Lawyer in Vancouver
Mathews Dinsdale, Canada’s only coast-to-coast management-side labour and employment law firm, is seeking an experienced labour lawyer to join our fabulous Vancouver team. The successful candidate will be committed to providing excellent client service in a team-oriented and collegial environment. Ideally, you will have at least 3 or more years of experience advising management-side clients on a broad range of labour relations matters. Expertise gained from advising employers in the following areas will be an asset: organizing and certification, collective bargaining, collective agreement administration, grievance arbitration, labour board matters, reviewing and revising employment-related agreements/policies/procedures in the unionized workplace, and advising clients on a wide range of day-to-day labour relations issues otherwise.
Our sole focus is workplace law, and we have a depth of experience across the country that is unmatched. With offices across Canada in Ontario, BC, Alberta and Atlantic Canada, we deliver strategic advice, practical solutions and immediate crisis management, locally and nationally. We are consistently recognized as leaders in workplace law by our clients and national and international legal and business publications including: Chambers Canada, The Globe and Mail’s Canada’s Best Law Firms, Best Lawyers in Canada, Canadian Legal Lexpert, Canadian Lawyer Magazine, Canadian Occupational Safety, The Legal500 Canada, Readers’ Choice OHS Legal Services - Canadian Occupational Safety. We also have unique global reach as the only Canadian member of Ius Laboris, the leading worldwide legal service provider in employment, immigration, and pensions law.
Mathews Dinsdale provides excellent mentorship, a strong and supportive learning environment and business development support. This is an exceptional opportunity to join an engaged, dynamic, diverse, and leading group of lawyers in Vancouver, while also being part of a national team.
The salary range is $120,000 to $180,000, depending on the year of call.
Qualified Candidates :
Please submit your résumé and covering letter in confidence to: humanresourcesvan@mathewsdinsdale.com
Salary Grade: $77,110 - $110,050 (Salary commensurate with experience)
This posting will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed on a weekly basis.
About Western
Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.
About Us
Community Legal Services (CLS) is a Student Legal Services Organization (SLSO) as defined by the Legal Aid Services Act of Ontario (2020). It is a legal clinic within Western Law that provides free legal advice and representation to low income and marginalized members of the London / Middlesex community, as well as Fanshawe College and Western students. Current areas of service include Criminal and Provincial Offences, Housing Law, Civil Litigation (Small Claims Court) and Family Law. CLS also provides public legal education to community members and organizations. We are funded by Legal Aid Ontario, Law Foundation of Ontario, Fanshawe Student Union, Western University Student Council and the Faculty of Law.
Responsibilities
The Review Counsel provides comprehensive and detailed supervision, mentorship, and evaluation of law students working in the Community Legal Services (CLS) legal clinic as summer students, volunteers, or for course credit in accordance with CLS, Western University policies and procedures, and the Law Society of Ontario Rules of Professional Conduct. Review Counsel supervises all file work and provision of legal sevices, done by students, for clients of the clinic, including advocacy, file management, legal research, legal problem solving, negotiations and professional ethics. Review Counsel ensures the effective and efficient delivery of education and training to students, primarily in the area of civil, and administrative law including small claims court and tenants rights but may also overlap into other areas of legal service offered by the clinic. Review Counsel also supports the work of the Clinic in community outreach, advocacy projects and public legal education initiatives.
Qualifications
Education:
Juris Doctor (JD) or Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
Membership in the Law Society of Ontario (licenced to practice law in Ontario)
Experience:
5 years of experience practicing law in a litigation environment
Extensive litigation practice experience including conduct of trials, motions, and hearings as well as drafting legal documents, facta and forms is preferred
Experience and ability to supervise students in Criminal Law and Provincial Offences, as well as one or more other areas of practice including but not limited to: housing/landlord and tenant disputes, civil litigation/small claims court, wills and powers of attorney, human rights, family law, academic appeals/offences, WSIB, employment law or immigration or such other area of practice as may be added by the Directors, in consultation with the Dean preferred
Experience supervising and mentoring law students and providing training at a post-secondary level is preferred
Experience with legal clinics is preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Advocacy skills and knowledge in substantive and procedural areas of law
Ability to provide guidance to assist others in solving complex problems
Ability to establish effective routines for excellent communication with all members of the team to maximize productivity
Verbal communication skills to translate information into easily understood terms, summarize information, and provide a rationale for action
Positive, outgoing attitude with client service orientation
Competency to maintain confidentiality and treat sensitive information with discretion
Ability to handle details with a high degree of accuracy to review and revise legal documentation
Ability to work well under pressure and handle multiple conflicting priorities in a fast-paced environment
Ability to apply critical thinking to evaluate information and make appropriate decisions or recommendations
Demonstrated ability in serving low-income clients and persons with disabilities in a respectful and sensitive manner
Cross-cultural competency with an ability to interact and work effectively with people from different cultures and backgrounds
Ability and willingness to employ a consultative and collaborative approach to addressing issues and making decisions
Personable and courteous in working relationships with colleagues, students and the public
Familiarity with Legal Aid and its mandates and structures
Ability to work both independently, taking initiative and following through on work assignments, and effectively as a member of the team to achieve clinic goals
Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite
Familiarity with University policies and procedures is an asset
Western Values Diversity
The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources at hrhelp@uwo.ca or phone 519-661-2194.
Please Note:
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
Feb 14, 2024
Full time
Salary Grade: $77,110 - $110,050 (Salary commensurate with experience)
This posting will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed on a weekly basis.
About Western
Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.
About Us
Community Legal Services (CLS) is a Student Legal Services Organization (SLSO) as defined by the Legal Aid Services Act of Ontario (2020). It is a legal clinic within Western Law that provides free legal advice and representation to low income and marginalized members of the London / Middlesex community, as well as Fanshawe College and Western students. Current areas of service include Criminal and Provincial Offences, Housing Law, Civil Litigation (Small Claims Court) and Family Law. CLS also provides public legal education to community members and organizations. We are funded by Legal Aid Ontario, Law Foundation of Ontario, Fanshawe Student Union, Western University Student Council and the Faculty of Law.
Responsibilities
The Review Counsel provides comprehensive and detailed supervision, mentorship, and evaluation of law students working in the Community Legal Services (CLS) legal clinic as summer students, volunteers, or for course credit in accordance with CLS, Western University policies and procedures, and the Law Society of Ontario Rules of Professional Conduct. Review Counsel supervises all file work and provision of legal sevices, done by students, for clients of the clinic, including advocacy, file management, legal research, legal problem solving, negotiations and professional ethics. Review Counsel ensures the effective and efficient delivery of education and training to students, primarily in the area of civil, and administrative law including small claims court and tenants rights but may also overlap into other areas of legal service offered by the clinic. Review Counsel also supports the work of the Clinic in community outreach, advocacy projects and public legal education initiatives.
Qualifications
Education:
Juris Doctor (JD) or Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
Membership in the Law Society of Ontario (licenced to practice law in Ontario)
Experience:
5 years of experience practicing law in a litigation environment
Extensive litigation practice experience including conduct of trials, motions, and hearings as well as drafting legal documents, facta and forms is preferred
Experience and ability to supervise students in Criminal Law and Provincial Offences, as well as one or more other areas of practice including but not limited to: housing/landlord and tenant disputes, civil litigation/small claims court, wills and powers of attorney, human rights, family law, academic appeals/offences, WSIB, employment law or immigration or such other area of practice as may be added by the Directors, in consultation with the Dean preferred
Experience supervising and mentoring law students and providing training at a post-secondary level is preferred
Experience with legal clinics is preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Advocacy skills and knowledge in substantive and procedural areas of law
Ability to provide guidance to assist others in solving complex problems
Ability to establish effective routines for excellent communication with all members of the team to maximize productivity
Verbal communication skills to translate information into easily understood terms, summarize information, and provide a rationale for action
Positive, outgoing attitude with client service orientation
Competency to maintain confidentiality and treat sensitive information with discretion
Ability to handle details with a high degree of accuracy to review and revise legal documentation
Ability to work well under pressure and handle multiple conflicting priorities in a fast-paced environment
Ability to apply critical thinking to evaluate information and make appropriate decisions or recommendations
Demonstrated ability in serving low-income clients and persons with disabilities in a respectful and sensitive manner
Cross-cultural competency with an ability to interact and work effectively with people from different cultures and backgrounds
Ability and willingness to employ a consultative and collaborative approach to addressing issues and making decisions
Personable and courteous in working relationships with colleagues, students and the public
Familiarity with Legal Aid and its mandates and structures
Ability to work both independently, taking initiative and following through on work assignments, and effectively as a member of the team to achieve clinic goals
Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite
Familiarity with University policies and procedures is an asset
Western Values Diversity
The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources at hrhelp@uwo.ca or phone 519-661-2194.
Please Note:
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
Devry Smith Frank LLP is an established, full-service law firm with over 70 lawyers. The firm has a broad-based practice which includes bankruptcy/insolvency, business law, commercial lending, commercial litigation, commercial and residential real estate, condominium law, employment and labour law, family law, immigration law, planning and development law, personal injury, wills and estates, and tax law.
We are seeking a 2023-2024 Articling Student to join our successful and growing team in our Barrie location. A successful candidate will be a self-starter, flexible, have strong interpersonal skills, and have an appetite to gain invaluable hands-on experience.
To apply, please email your resume, cover letter, a copy of your transcripts, writing samples and three reference letters to karen.melo@devrylaw.ca. Please quote “Barrie – Articling Student 2023/2024 ” in the e-mail subject line. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted directly. No telephone inquiries.
Devry Smith Frank LLP is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating and preserving an accessible, supportive and inclusive environment.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract Contract length: 10 months
Oct 14, 2023
Full time
Devry Smith Frank LLP is an established, full-service law firm with over 70 lawyers. The firm has a broad-based practice which includes bankruptcy/insolvency, business law, commercial lending, commercial litigation, commercial and residential real estate, condominium law, employment and labour law, family law, immigration law, planning and development law, personal injury, wills and estates, and tax law.
We are seeking a 2023-2024 Articling Student to join our successful and growing team in our Barrie location. A successful candidate will be a self-starter, flexible, have strong interpersonal skills, and have an appetite to gain invaluable hands-on experience.
To apply, please email your resume, cover letter, a copy of your transcripts, writing samples and three reference letters to karen.melo@devrylaw.ca. Please quote “Barrie – Articling Student 2023/2024 ” in the e-mail subject line. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted directly. No telephone inquiries.
Devry Smith Frank LLP is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating and preserving an accessible, supportive and inclusive environment.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract Contract length: 10 months
We are a leading financial services provider committed to making decisions easier and lives better for our customers and colleagues around the world. From our environmental initiatives to our community investments, we lead with values throughout our business. To help us stand out, we help you step up, because when colleagues are healthy, respected and meaningfully challenged, we all thrive. Discover how you can grow your career, make impact and drive real change with our Winning Team today.
Working Arrangement
Hybrid
Job Description
Manulife is currently seeking a multifaceted individual to join our Employment and Immigration Law Team in the role of Employment Counsel. As Employment Counsel, you will be responsible for providing expert and strategic advice in respect to employment law matters. An ability to develop practical solutions, provide clear and timely advice, successfully collaborate, and handle competing priorities in a fast-paced environment are essential.
Key Accountabilities
Provide clear and concise legal advice to Manulife and its affiliated companies with respect the full range of employment law issues, including hiring, employee relations, terminations, performance management, compliance, complaints and investigations, policies, compensation and benefit plans, corporate transactions, reorganizations, human rights and accommodation issues, leaves of absence, employment laws/standards, immigration and mobility matters, etc.
Be the primary legal point of contact for advanced employee relations matters, providing timely and practical advice.
Responsibility for intake of employment queries from various functions and/or geographies, then triaging as appropriate.
Draft, modify and/or provide advice regarding legal and human resource documents, agreements and communications.
Provide legal advice and support relating to immigration/mobility processes/issues.
Respond to demand letters and negotiate severance and departure agreements.
Supervise and provide advice regarding relevant legislative, regulatory and industry developments.
As the need arises, collaborate with internal partners (from compliance, HR and legal, amongst others) in respect to global policies, practices and initiatives.
As the need arises, manage outside counsel retained to assist with litigation matters.
As the need arises, participate in industry conferences, presentations, committees and working groups.
Provide other legal advice and perform other responsibilities as required.
Education & Experience
Member in good standing with the Canadian Bar
Licensed to practice law in Canada
Minimum 5 -7 years of prior proven experience with major law firm and/or corporation
Experience with and knowledge of the Canadian employment law and legislative requirements
Experience with and knowledge of immigration law relevant in employment context
Knowledge & Skills
Very strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong influencing, organizational and collaboration skills
Attention to detail
Tactful and operates with discretion
Ability to quickly identify legal problems/risk and potential solutions
Ability to deal with high volume, fast paced matters, multiple priorities
What can we offer you?
A competitive salary and benefits packages.
A growth trajectory that extends upward and outward, encouraging you to follow your passions and learn new skills.
A focus on growing your career path with us.
Flexible work policies and strong work-life balance.
Professional development and leadership opportunities.
Our commitment to you
Values-first culture We lead with our Values every day and bring them to life together.
Boundless opportunity We build opportunities to learn and grow at every stage of your career.
Continuous innovation We invite you to help redefine the future of financial services.
Delivering the promise of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion We foster an inclusive environment where everyone thrives.
Championing Corporate Citizenship We build a business that benefits all partners and has a positive social and environmental impact.
This role is based in our #Toronto Manulife offices.
About Manulife And John Hancock
Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services group that helps people make their decisions easier and lives better. With our global headquarters in Toronto, Canada, we operate as Manulife across our offices in Asia, Canada, and Europe, and primarily as John Hancock in the United States. We provide financial advice, insurance, and wealth and asset management solutions for individuals, groups and institutions. At the end of 2022, we had more than 40,000 employees, over 116,000 agents, and thousands of distribution partners, serving over 34 million customers. At the end of 2022, we had $1.3 trillion (US$1.0 trillion) in assets under management and administration, including total invested assets of $0.4 trillion (US $0.3 trillion), and segregated funds net assets of $0.3 trillion (US$0.3 trillion). We trade as ‘MFC’ on the Toronto, New York, and the Philippine stock exchanges, and under ‘945’ in Hong Kong.
Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer
At Manulife /John Hancock , we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour , ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.
It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process . All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies . To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact recruitment@manulife.com.
Aug 28, 2023
Hybrid
We are a leading financial services provider committed to making decisions easier and lives better for our customers and colleagues around the world. From our environmental initiatives to our community investments, we lead with values throughout our business. To help us stand out, we help you step up, because when colleagues are healthy, respected and meaningfully challenged, we all thrive. Discover how you can grow your career, make impact and drive real change with our Winning Team today.
Working Arrangement
Hybrid
Job Description
Manulife is currently seeking a multifaceted individual to join our Employment and Immigration Law Team in the role of Employment Counsel. As Employment Counsel, you will be responsible for providing expert and strategic advice in respect to employment law matters. An ability to develop practical solutions, provide clear and timely advice, successfully collaborate, and handle competing priorities in a fast-paced environment are essential.
Key Accountabilities
Provide clear and concise legal advice to Manulife and its affiliated companies with respect the full range of employment law issues, including hiring, employee relations, terminations, performance management, compliance, complaints and investigations, policies, compensation and benefit plans, corporate transactions, reorganizations, human rights and accommodation issues, leaves of absence, employment laws/standards, immigration and mobility matters, etc.
Be the primary legal point of contact for advanced employee relations matters, providing timely and practical advice.
Responsibility for intake of employment queries from various functions and/or geographies, then triaging as appropriate.
Draft, modify and/or provide advice regarding legal and human resource documents, agreements and communications.
Provide legal advice and support relating to immigration/mobility processes/issues.
Respond to demand letters and negotiate severance and departure agreements.
Supervise and provide advice regarding relevant legislative, regulatory and industry developments.
As the need arises, collaborate with internal partners (from compliance, HR and legal, amongst others) in respect to global policies, practices and initiatives.
As the need arises, manage outside counsel retained to assist with litigation matters.
As the need arises, participate in industry conferences, presentations, committees and working groups.
Provide other legal advice and perform other responsibilities as required.
Education & Experience
Member in good standing with the Canadian Bar
Licensed to practice law in Canada
Minimum 5 -7 years of prior proven experience with major law firm and/or corporation
Experience with and knowledge of the Canadian employment law and legislative requirements
Experience with and knowledge of immigration law relevant in employment context
Knowledge & Skills
Very strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong influencing, organizational and collaboration skills
Attention to detail
Tactful and operates with discretion
Ability to quickly identify legal problems/risk and potential solutions
Ability to deal with high volume, fast paced matters, multiple priorities
What can we offer you?
A competitive salary and benefits packages.
A growth trajectory that extends upward and outward, encouraging you to follow your passions and learn new skills.
A focus on growing your career path with us.
Flexible work policies and strong work-life balance.
Professional development and leadership opportunities.
Our commitment to you
Values-first culture We lead with our Values every day and bring them to life together.
Boundless opportunity We build opportunities to learn and grow at every stage of your career.
Continuous innovation We invite you to help redefine the future of financial services.
Delivering the promise of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion We foster an inclusive environment where everyone thrives.
Championing Corporate Citizenship We build a business that benefits all partners and has a positive social and environmental impact.
This role is based in our #Toronto Manulife offices.
About Manulife And John Hancock
Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services group that helps people make their decisions easier and lives better. With our global headquarters in Toronto, Canada, we operate as Manulife across our offices in Asia, Canada, and Europe, and primarily as John Hancock in the United States. We provide financial advice, insurance, and wealth and asset management solutions for individuals, groups and institutions. At the end of 2022, we had more than 40,000 employees, over 116,000 agents, and thousands of distribution partners, serving over 34 million customers. At the end of 2022, we had $1.3 trillion (US$1.0 trillion) in assets under management and administration, including total invested assets of $0.4 trillion (US $0.3 trillion), and segregated funds net assets of $0.3 trillion (US$0.3 trillion). We trade as ‘MFC’ on the Toronto, New York, and the Philippine stock exchanges, and under ‘945’ in Hong Kong.
Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer
At Manulife /John Hancock , we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour , ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.
It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process . All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies . To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact recruitment@manulife.com.
The National Bank of Canada
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Take a central role
The Bank of Canada has a vision to be a leading central bank—dynamic, engaged and trusted—committed to a better Canada. No other employer in the country offers you the unique opportunity to work at the very center of Canada’s economy, in an organization with significant impact on the economic and financial well-being of all Canadians. You will be challenged, energized and motivated to excel in our environment.
Building on the principles that have always guided us – excellence, integrity and respect – we strive to be forward-looking and innovative, to welcome people with diverse perspectives and talents, and to earn trust by living up to our commitments and by clearly explaining the intent of our policies and actions.
With our defined-benefit pension plan, benefits, and high flexibility for work life balance - find out more about why we are annually ranked as one of Canada's top employers: Working Here - Bank of Canada
Find out more about the next steps in our Recruitment process .
Did you know?
The Bank Does This By
The Bank of Canada is Canada’s central bank. It has a mandate to promote the economic and financial welfare of Canada by fostering a stable and efficient financial system, which includes banks and credit unions, the financial markets, and clearing and settlement systems.
providing central banking services, including liquidity and lender-of-last-resort facilities;
overseeing and acting as the resolution authority for critical financial market infrastructures;
conducting and publishing analyses and research;
helping to develop and implement policy; and
supervising payment service providers.
The Bank has approximately 2300 employees who are subject to the Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.
What You Will Do
Reporting to the Assistant General Counsel, you provide the Bank with expert legal advice as an experienced senior legal practitioner. You will act as the Bank’s primary legal advisor on compliance related matters, conflicts of interest, and privacy and access to information. You will support other legal counsel at the Bank working in related areas and you will manage the work of outside counsel as required.
Specifically, You Will
provide legal advice to the Bank’s Compliance function, including advice on the Bank’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics , as well as advice on the Code of Conduct for Directors and application of the Conflicts of Interest Act to the Bank’s public office holders.
support and develop training and communications related to the Code and other Bank policies
provide advice on conflicts of interest and related restrictions as they pertain to Bank employees and Board members and the review process for retail payments supervision
provide advice on privacy and access to information legislation, policy and processes
provide legal advice and support to the Bank’s Corporate Secretariat
provide operational and strategic legal advice to the Bank’s third-party risk management process
provide advice on information management and data licensing, governance and residency
support the Bank’s business visitor program, including the management of external counsel in relation to cross border hiring and immigration
develop and maintain the Bank’s legal framework to facilitate compliance with statutory and regulatory obligations
support the Bank’s labour and employment legal counsel as required
perform other legal advisory duties to the Bank as may be required.
What You Need To Succeed
You have expert knowledge of the legal environment as it relates to compliance, conflict of interest and ethics. You have a strong knowledge of privacy and access to information law, the legal framework surrounding information management and data licensing and residency. You have the ability to analyze complex legal issues and to provide practical advice. You have well-developed oral and written communications skills and you have demonstrated experience in the provision of legal advice to management, in an in-house role or a law firm environment. You have the ability to manage and oversee the work of external counsel.
To be successful in this role, you also require strong relationship-building skills and can function both independently and as part of a team, providing oversight and direction to senior legal counsel.
Nice-to-have
knowledge of the financial sector
experience in labour or employment law
experience with intellectual property law, contracting and procurement and/or immigration law
prior work experience with a leading law firm, financial institution, government agency or official international organization
experience advising other Crown corporations or federally-regulated entities
knowledge of civil law and/or international public and private law
Your Education And Experience
This position requires a Law degree and membership in a Canadian provincial law society with a minimum of five post-call years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
What You Need To Know
Language requirement: English and French essential (bilingual) with a minimum starting level of functional (level 4) in second official language. Training may be provided to help reach the required level of fully functional (level 5) in second official language.
Priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents
Security level required: Be eligible to obtain Secret
Relocation assistance may be provided, if required
Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.
Hybrid Work Model
The Bank offers work arrangements that provide employees with flexibility, enable high-performing teams, and support an excellent workplace culture. Most employees can telework from home for a substantial part of each month as part of the Bank`s hybrid work model, and they are expected on site at the Bank location a minimum of eight days per month to help build connections between colleagues. You must live in Canada, and within reasonable commuting distance of the office.
What You Can Expect From Us
This is a great opportunity to join a leading organization and be part of a high-performing team. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet your needs at every stage of your life and career. For more information on key benefits please visit A great deal to consider .
Salaries are based on qualifications and experience and typically range from $130,960 to $163,700 (job grade 20)
The Bank offers an incentive for successfully meeting expectations at 7 to 10% of your base salary. The Bank offers performance pay for those who exceed expectations (15% of your base salary).. Exceptional performers who far exceed expectations may be eligible for higher performance pay.
Flexible and comprehensive benefits so you can choose the level of health, dental disability and life and/or accident insurance coverage that meets your needs
Extra vacation days (up to five each year) that you can purchase to add to your vacation entitlement
Indexed, defined-benefit pension
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted via the clear legal job board.
Jun 30, 2023
Hybrid
Take a central role
The Bank of Canada has a vision to be a leading central bank—dynamic, engaged and trusted—committed to a better Canada. No other employer in the country offers you the unique opportunity to work at the very center of Canada’s economy, in an organization with significant impact on the economic and financial well-being of all Canadians. You will be challenged, energized and motivated to excel in our environment.
Building on the principles that have always guided us – excellence, integrity and respect – we strive to be forward-looking and innovative, to welcome people with diverse perspectives and talents, and to earn trust by living up to our commitments and by clearly explaining the intent of our policies and actions.
With our defined-benefit pension plan, benefits, and high flexibility for work life balance - find out more about why we are annually ranked as one of Canada's top employers: Working Here - Bank of Canada
Find out more about the next steps in our Recruitment process .
Did you know?
The Bank Does This By
The Bank of Canada is Canada’s central bank. It has a mandate to promote the economic and financial welfare of Canada by fostering a stable and efficient financial system, which includes banks and credit unions, the financial markets, and clearing and settlement systems.
providing central banking services, including liquidity and lender-of-last-resort facilities;
overseeing and acting as the resolution authority for critical financial market infrastructures;
conducting and publishing analyses and research;
helping to develop and implement policy; and
supervising payment service providers.
The Bank has approximately 2300 employees who are subject to the Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.
What You Will Do
Reporting to the Assistant General Counsel, you provide the Bank with expert legal advice as an experienced senior legal practitioner. You will act as the Bank’s primary legal advisor on compliance related matters, conflicts of interest, and privacy and access to information. You will support other legal counsel at the Bank working in related areas and you will manage the work of outside counsel as required.
Specifically, You Will
provide legal advice to the Bank’s Compliance function, including advice on the Bank’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics , as well as advice on the Code of Conduct for Directors and application of the Conflicts of Interest Act to the Bank’s public office holders.
support and develop training and communications related to the Code and other Bank policies
provide advice on conflicts of interest and related restrictions as they pertain to Bank employees and Board members and the review process for retail payments supervision
provide advice on privacy and access to information legislation, policy and processes
provide legal advice and support to the Bank’s Corporate Secretariat
provide operational and strategic legal advice to the Bank’s third-party risk management process
provide advice on information management and data licensing, governance and residency
support the Bank’s business visitor program, including the management of external counsel in relation to cross border hiring and immigration
develop and maintain the Bank’s legal framework to facilitate compliance with statutory and regulatory obligations
support the Bank’s labour and employment legal counsel as required
perform other legal advisory duties to the Bank as may be required.
What You Need To Succeed
You have expert knowledge of the legal environment as it relates to compliance, conflict of interest and ethics. You have a strong knowledge of privacy and access to information law, the legal framework surrounding information management and data licensing and residency. You have the ability to analyze complex legal issues and to provide practical advice. You have well-developed oral and written communications skills and you have demonstrated experience in the provision of legal advice to management, in an in-house role or a law firm environment. You have the ability to manage and oversee the work of external counsel.
To be successful in this role, you also require strong relationship-building skills and can function both independently and as part of a team, providing oversight and direction to senior legal counsel.
Nice-to-have
knowledge of the financial sector
experience in labour or employment law
experience with intellectual property law, contracting and procurement and/or immigration law
prior work experience with a leading law firm, financial institution, government agency or official international organization
experience advising other Crown corporations or federally-regulated entities
knowledge of civil law and/or international public and private law
Your Education And Experience
This position requires a Law degree and membership in a Canadian provincial law society with a minimum of five post-call years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
What You Need To Know
Language requirement: English and French essential (bilingual) with a minimum starting level of functional (level 4) in second official language. Training may be provided to help reach the required level of fully functional (level 5) in second official language.
Priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents
Security level required: Be eligible to obtain Secret
Relocation assistance may be provided, if required
Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.
Hybrid Work Model
The Bank offers work arrangements that provide employees with flexibility, enable high-performing teams, and support an excellent workplace culture. Most employees can telework from home for a substantial part of each month as part of the Bank`s hybrid work model, and they are expected on site at the Bank location a minimum of eight days per month to help build connections between colleagues. You must live in Canada, and within reasonable commuting distance of the office.
What You Can Expect From Us
This is a great opportunity to join a leading organization and be part of a high-performing team. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet your needs at every stage of your life and career. For more information on key benefits please visit A great deal to consider .
Salaries are based on qualifications and experience and typically range from $130,960 to $163,700 (job grade 20)
The Bank offers an incentive for successfully meeting expectations at 7 to 10% of your base salary. The Bank offers performance pay for those who exceed expectations (15% of your base salary).. Exceptional performers who far exceed expectations may be eligible for higher performance pay.
Flexible and comprehensive benefits so you can choose the level of health, dental disability and life and/or accident insurance coverage that meets your needs
Extra vacation days (up to five each year) that you can purchase to add to your vacation entitlement
Indexed, defined-benefit pension
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted via the clear legal job board.
CARFAX’s mission is to help millions of people shop, buy, service and sell used cars with more confidence. As a leader in vehicle history and valuation, CARFAX provides impartial and comprehensive information for consumers and the automotive industry. CARFAX‘s Canadian headquarters in London, Ontario supports Canadian and U.S. markets, drawing on billions of data records from thousands of sources, enabling used vehicle buyers and sellers to make informed decisions. CARFAX is consistently recognized as a top employer and business. CARFAX is a part of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). Find out more at www.carfax.ca and connect with CARFAX on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.
Working Here
At CARFAX Canada, we’re more than just obsessed with cars. We’re obsessed with data and using it to help millions of Canadians buy, sell and maintain cars. We offer a literal award-winning culture and every day you get to choose how you get to do meaningful work with incredible people. So, looks like we’re obsessed with a couple things here – data and our people!
Job Details
CARFAX Canada is excited to announce a contractor opportunity as Legal Counsel. This contractor role requires the ideal candidate to have 5 + years of legal experience in Canada and be well versed in contract reviews, commercial work, employment matters and marketing material reviews.
This unique contractor role is remote and will require a commitment of 30 – 50 hours per month. The role has been created to help with overflow from our usual business activities.
Position Responsibilities
Draft and review small to medium contracts with internal stakeholders.
Draft and review general commercial legal work (NDAs, develop legal templates, review vendor agreements.
Review and provide advice to the Marketing Team as it relates to marketing materials, campaigns, branding.
Provide strategic and sound legal advice on all aspects of employment and labour law for the organization, including but not limited to employment demand letters, employment litigation files, human rights applications, workplace investigations, and other claims/proceedings;
Provide general advice and legal oversight on immigration matters, such as work permits, travel authorizations, etc.
Provide legal advice to the Leadership Team on new initiatives/projects.
Education and Experience Required:
5+ years of proven, legal experience, focused on commercial and in-house experience.
Domestic, Canadian LLB.
Must be a member of the Ontario Bar in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
Excellent knowledge and understanding of employment law and procedures.
Strong written and oral communication skills in English; French is an asset.
Strong attention to detail and ability to make sound legal recommendations.
Equal Opportunity Employer
CARFAX Canada is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law.
We’re committed to providing accommodations by request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. For a confidential inquiry or to request an accommodation, please contact your recruiter or email hr@carfax.ca.
If you are interested in applying for this position, please visit our website https://www.carfax.ca/careers . Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is hired.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Jun 15, 2023
Remote
CARFAX’s mission is to help millions of people shop, buy, service and sell used cars with more confidence. As a leader in vehicle history and valuation, CARFAX provides impartial and comprehensive information for consumers and the automotive industry. CARFAX‘s Canadian headquarters in London, Ontario supports Canadian and U.S. markets, drawing on billions of data records from thousands of sources, enabling used vehicle buyers and sellers to make informed decisions. CARFAX is consistently recognized as a top employer and business. CARFAX is a part of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). Find out more at www.carfax.ca and connect with CARFAX on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.
Working Here
At CARFAX Canada, we’re more than just obsessed with cars. We’re obsessed with data and using it to help millions of Canadians buy, sell and maintain cars. We offer a literal award-winning culture and every day you get to choose how you get to do meaningful work with incredible people. So, looks like we’re obsessed with a couple things here – data and our people!
Job Details
CARFAX Canada is excited to announce a contractor opportunity as Legal Counsel. This contractor role requires the ideal candidate to have 5 + years of legal experience in Canada and be well versed in contract reviews, commercial work, employment matters and marketing material reviews.
This unique contractor role is remote and will require a commitment of 30 – 50 hours per month. The role has been created to help with overflow from our usual business activities.
Position Responsibilities
Draft and review small to medium contracts with internal stakeholders.
Draft and review general commercial legal work (NDAs, develop legal templates, review vendor agreements.
Review and provide advice to the Marketing Team as it relates to marketing materials, campaigns, branding.
Provide strategic and sound legal advice on all aspects of employment and labour law for the organization, including but not limited to employment demand letters, employment litigation files, human rights applications, workplace investigations, and other claims/proceedings;
Provide general advice and legal oversight on immigration matters, such as work permits, travel authorizations, etc.
Provide legal advice to the Leadership Team on new initiatives/projects.
Education and Experience Required:
5+ years of proven, legal experience, focused on commercial and in-house experience.
Domestic, Canadian LLB.
Must be a member of the Ontario Bar in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
Excellent knowledge and understanding of employment law and procedures.
Strong written and oral communication skills in English; French is an asset.
Strong attention to detail and ability to make sound legal recommendations.
Equal Opportunity Employer
CARFAX Canada is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law.
We’re committed to providing accommodations by request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. For a confidential inquiry or to request an accommodation, please contact your recruiter or email hr@carfax.ca.
If you are interested in applying for this position, please visit our website https://www.carfax.ca/careers . Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is hired.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Toronto Metropolitan University
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
At the intersection of mind and action, Toronto Metropolitan University is on a transformative path to become Canada’s leading comprehensive innovation university. Integral to this path is the placement of equity, diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our institutional culture. Our current academic plan outlines each as core values and we work to embed them in all that we do.
We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and will assist us to expand our capacity for diversity in the broadest sense. In addition, to correct the conditions of disadvantage in employment in Canada, we encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples across North America, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
In April 2022, the university announced our new name of Toronto Metropolitan University, which will be implemented in a phased approach. Learn more about our next chapter.
The Lincoln Alexander School of Law
The Lincoln Alexander School of Law is a different kind of law school designed to create a different kind of lawyer - one who is equipped with the contemporary skills and legal experience required to respond to the evolving challenges in our society. We seek to become a model for legal education that drives the legal profession to become more equitable, accessible, and technologically advanced.
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced, dynamic, and equity-oriented lawyer to join the Lincoln Alexander School of Law as the second Staff Lawyer, Legal Clinic Programs. The ideal candidate will have either some familiarity with or openness to learning the skills necessary to work within a legal clinic culture that incorporates a healing justice lens, inclusive of movement and community lawyering, decolonial and anti-racist ways of thinking and working, anti-oppressive and trauma-informed lawyering, and abolitionist and transformative justice frameworks.
This is a unique and rare opportunity to be part of the early stages of building a student legal clinic program, within a law school that is deeply committed to equity. Working alongside the other members of the Legal Clinic Programs team, the Staff Lawyer will play an essential role in shaping the culture, practices, and substantive legal focus of the law school’s student legal clinic, and in forming relationships with communities and partner organizations. The Staff Lawyer will provide comprehensive and holistic supervision and mentoring to students, starting in the areas of housing and social assistance law; will participate in the implementation, refinement, and expansion of the law school’s student legal clinic model; and will work collaboratively with local organizations on community development, law reform, and public legal education initiatives. The Staff Lawyer will infuse all aspects of their work with an equity-oriented, anti-oppressive, and trauma-informed approach to student supervision, community and client interaction, and legal practice.
Key Responsibilities Include
Supervision of Students on Advice, Representation, Community Facing Projects, Public Legal Education, and Law Reform Activities of Legal Clinic Programs: Supervises students on the day to day activities of the student legal clinic, which may include provision of legal advice, case file representation, community facing projects, public legal education, and law reform activities. Provides regular consultation and mentoring to students, ensuring accurate legal advice is given with a client-centered, holistic, and empathetic approach.
Legal Clinic Model Implementation: Assists the Legal Clinic Programs team with the implementation of a student legal clinic model. This may include conducting research on legal clinic models and legal needs within relevant communities; assisting with development of legal clinic policies, procedures, and systems; developing student engagement, recruitment, and training strategies and processes; and assisting with the development and delivery of an academic legal clinic seminar.
Special Projects Management: Undertakes short-term special projects or assignments as requested by the Director, Legal Clinic Programs, which may include conducting research and building community relationships and partnerships for prospective project collaborations; preparing and delivering public legal education for diverse equity-seeking communities; leading and/or participating in special events relating to Legal Clinic Programs or hosted by the law school; preparing content and communication materials relating to Legal Clinic Programs; and providing administrative and operational support as required.
Qualifications
To help us learn more about you, please provide a cover letter and resume describing how you meet the following required qualifications:
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.), Juris Doctor (J.D.), or equivalent law degree
Membership in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
Minimum of 4 years of relevant legal experience after call to the bar, ideally with experience working in a legal clinic or a social justice related legal workplace
Knowledge of / working experience in areas of legal clinic law, with knowledge required in social assistance and housing law, and other areas of legal clinic law being an asset (for example, some of human rights, employment, and immigration/refugee law)
Understanding of legal and socioeconomic issues and barriers that equity-seeking communities in Toronto and Ontario face, and commitment to equitable outcomes and social justice in relation to same
High level of comfort with technology and ability to learn new technologies
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong organizational and time management skills
Strong supervisory and leadership skills
High level of attention to detail and strong analytical skills
Ability to work effectively with students and to interact with students from diverse backgrounds and circumstances in a sensitive and equity-oriented manner
Ability to build relationships of trust with external and internal partners and stakeholders
Ability to work in a team towards broader common goals and to support colleagues and students in their work and goals
Additional Information
Position Number(s) 20004735 Reports To Director, Legal Clinic Programs Vacancy Type TERM 24 months Employee Group MAC Start Date ASAP End Date 2 years from the start date Hours of Work 36.25 Grade and Step C51 Salary Scale $74,376 to $118,80 (hiring range up to $96,592) Application Posting Date June 6, 2023 Application Closing Date June 22, 2023
We encourage all First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples or Indigenous peoples across North America, to self-identify in their applications and also reach out to Tracey King, Indigenous Human Resources Lead for support during the selection process.
As part of the selection process, candidates may be required to complete an occupational assessment.
Applications will only be accepted online through Toronto Metropolitan University's careersite.
Toronto Metropolitan University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and aims to ensure that independence, dignity, integration and equality of opportunity are embedded in all aspects of the university culture.
We will provide an accessible experience for applicants, students, employees, and members of the Toronto Metropolitan University community.We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, beginning with the recruitment process. If you have restrictions that need to be accommodated to fully participate in any phase of the recruitment process, please contact hr@ryerson.ca. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
Jun 13, 2023
Full time
At the intersection of mind and action, Toronto Metropolitan University is on a transformative path to become Canada’s leading comprehensive innovation university. Integral to this path is the placement of equity, diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our institutional culture. Our current academic plan outlines each as core values and we work to embed them in all that we do.
We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and will assist us to expand our capacity for diversity in the broadest sense. In addition, to correct the conditions of disadvantage in employment in Canada, we encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples across North America, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
In April 2022, the university announced our new name of Toronto Metropolitan University, which will be implemented in a phased approach. Learn more about our next chapter.
The Lincoln Alexander School of Law
The Lincoln Alexander School of Law is a different kind of law school designed to create a different kind of lawyer - one who is equipped with the contemporary skills and legal experience required to respond to the evolving challenges in our society. We seek to become a model for legal education that drives the legal profession to become more equitable, accessible, and technologically advanced.
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced, dynamic, and equity-oriented lawyer to join the Lincoln Alexander School of Law as the second Staff Lawyer, Legal Clinic Programs. The ideal candidate will have either some familiarity with or openness to learning the skills necessary to work within a legal clinic culture that incorporates a healing justice lens, inclusive of movement and community lawyering, decolonial and anti-racist ways of thinking and working, anti-oppressive and trauma-informed lawyering, and abolitionist and transformative justice frameworks.
This is a unique and rare opportunity to be part of the early stages of building a student legal clinic program, within a law school that is deeply committed to equity. Working alongside the other members of the Legal Clinic Programs team, the Staff Lawyer will play an essential role in shaping the culture, practices, and substantive legal focus of the law school’s student legal clinic, and in forming relationships with communities and partner organizations. The Staff Lawyer will provide comprehensive and holistic supervision and mentoring to students, starting in the areas of housing and social assistance law; will participate in the implementation, refinement, and expansion of the law school’s student legal clinic model; and will work collaboratively with local organizations on community development, law reform, and public legal education initiatives. The Staff Lawyer will infuse all aspects of their work with an equity-oriented, anti-oppressive, and trauma-informed approach to student supervision, community and client interaction, and legal practice.
Key Responsibilities Include
Supervision of Students on Advice, Representation, Community Facing Projects, Public Legal Education, and Law Reform Activities of Legal Clinic Programs: Supervises students on the day to day activities of the student legal clinic, which may include provision of legal advice, case file representation, community facing projects, public legal education, and law reform activities. Provides regular consultation and mentoring to students, ensuring accurate legal advice is given with a client-centered, holistic, and empathetic approach.
Legal Clinic Model Implementation: Assists the Legal Clinic Programs team with the implementation of a student legal clinic model. This may include conducting research on legal clinic models and legal needs within relevant communities; assisting with development of legal clinic policies, procedures, and systems; developing student engagement, recruitment, and training strategies and processes; and assisting with the development and delivery of an academic legal clinic seminar.
Special Projects Management: Undertakes short-term special projects or assignments as requested by the Director, Legal Clinic Programs, which may include conducting research and building community relationships and partnerships for prospective project collaborations; preparing and delivering public legal education for diverse equity-seeking communities; leading and/or participating in special events relating to Legal Clinic Programs or hosted by the law school; preparing content and communication materials relating to Legal Clinic Programs; and providing administrative and operational support as required.
Qualifications
To help us learn more about you, please provide a cover letter and resume describing how you meet the following required qualifications:
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.), Juris Doctor (J.D.), or equivalent law degree
Membership in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
Minimum of 4 years of relevant legal experience after call to the bar, ideally with experience working in a legal clinic or a social justice related legal workplace
Knowledge of / working experience in areas of legal clinic law, with knowledge required in social assistance and housing law, and other areas of legal clinic law being an asset (for example, some of human rights, employment, and immigration/refugee law)
Understanding of legal and socioeconomic issues and barriers that equity-seeking communities in Toronto and Ontario face, and commitment to equitable outcomes and social justice in relation to same
High level of comfort with technology and ability to learn new technologies
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong organizational and time management skills
Strong supervisory and leadership skills
High level of attention to detail and strong analytical skills
Ability to work effectively with students and to interact with students from diverse backgrounds and circumstances in a sensitive and equity-oriented manner
Ability to build relationships of trust with external and internal partners and stakeholders
Ability to work in a team towards broader common goals and to support colleagues and students in their work and goals
Additional Information
Position Number(s) 20004735 Reports To Director, Legal Clinic Programs Vacancy Type TERM 24 months Employee Group MAC Start Date ASAP End Date 2 years from the start date Hours of Work 36.25 Grade and Step C51 Salary Scale $74,376 to $118,80 (hiring range up to $96,592) Application Posting Date June 6, 2023 Application Closing Date June 22, 2023
We encourage all First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples or Indigenous peoples across North America, to self-identify in their applications and also reach out to Tracey King, Indigenous Human Resources Lead for support during the selection process.
As part of the selection process, candidates may be required to complete an occupational assessment.
Applications will only be accepted online through Toronto Metropolitan University's careersite.
Toronto Metropolitan University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and aims to ensure that independence, dignity, integration and equality of opportunity are embedded in all aspects of the university culture.
We will provide an accessible experience for applicants, students, employees, and members of the Toronto Metropolitan University community.We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, beginning with the recruitment process. If you have restrictions that need to be accommodated to fully participate in any phase of the recruitment process, please contact hr@ryerson.ca. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
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.