Legal Counsel, Labour and Employment

Why join us?

As the leading manufacturer of business aircraft, Bombardier is renowned for designing, manufacturing, and servicing world-class aircraft that elevate the client experience.

Bombardier has been successful in setting the highest standards because we are a people-centric business that fosters passion, diversity and authenticity. Prioritizing employee growth and development, we empower everyone to reach their full potential on their own terms.

Bombardier’s Benefits Program

With our employees’ well-being top of mind, we offer a comprehensive and competitive Benefits Program, which includes the following:

• Insurance plans
  • Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more
• Competitive base salary
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tele Health Program

What are your contributions to the team?

• Advise and support internal teams on Labour & Employment Matters, including compliance, Labour Relations, Human Rights, recruitment and hiring, and other legal aspects of the employment relationship.
• Review and draft employment contracts, policies, agreements, and other legal documents, both nationally and internationally.
• Act as Bombardier's representative in mediations or hearings before competent bodies or tribunals.
• Manage litigation with external lawyers, nationally and internationally.
• Develop and participate in the implementation of tools and trainings for internal teams.
• Any other task relevant to the role may be assigned.

How to thrive in this role? Skills, knowledge & experience:

• You have between five (5) to ten (10) years of relevant experience (during which you have practiced in the field of Labour and Employment as a legal advisor in a reputable law firm)
• You are a member of the Quebec Bar. Membership of the Ontario Bar or a degree in Common Law is an asset.
• You are fluent in French and English (proficiency in both languages is essential given the international scope).
• You are at ease in a fast-paced environment, and you have the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• You can reconcile compliance requirements with practical business needs.
• You work well in a team but have the ability to work independently. You are available to travel occasionally if necessary.

Please note: You don’t need all the skills, knowledge, and experience listed for this position! We’re not looking for the perfect candidate, we’re looking for great talent and resourcefulness.

Now that you can see yourself in this role, apply and join the Bombardier family!

Bombardier is an equal opportunity employer and encourages persons of any race, religion, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, immigration status, disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics to apply.