Director, Labour and Employment Law

AtkinsRéalis • Mississauga • 3w ago

Come join us in reshaping the future with AtkinsRéalis. AtkinsRéalis is dedicated in engineering a better future for our planet and its people.

Provide dedicated legal advice and support to the Human Resources and Labour Relations teams on various aspects of the employee lifecycle, including hiring, performance management, employee relations, compensation, progressive discipline and termination and ensuring compliance with various employment legislation.
Maintain focus on changes in the Canada Labour Code, and related jurisprudence, which may require amendments to policies and procedures in the workplace, along with a strategic mindset to determine how best to implement such changes while accounting for any and all mitigation strategies.
Provide interpretative support, training and guidance to internal stakeholders on legislative, initiatives and changes.
Provide support during the collective bargaining process;
Liaise with broader corporate legal team.
Interpret and advise internal clients on laws and regulations pertaining to employment and labour, including but not limited to health and safety, and pay equity.
Provide support in arbitration (hearings, proceedings, etc.), mediation; occasionally advocate before labour tribunals, Courts and arbitrators;
Review, revise and draft internal processes, policies, procedures and templates; and
Collaborate and manage external law firm, when support is required.

The opportunity to work on diverse and large-scale projects, both domestically and internationally.
A stimulating work environment where work-life balance is valued.
Access to a wide range of training opportunities focused on individual development and interests.
Competitive salary, flexible benefits, share ownership plan, and defined contribution pension plan.
A work environment that prioritizes health and safety.

7 to 10 years of relevant experience in the field of labour and employment law, with a strong Labour experience;
Member of Law Society of Ontario in good standing;
Must be able to acquire and maintain federal government security clearance
Fluent in English (spoken and written) .
Extensive knowledge and understanding of federal employment and labour laws and regulations to provide sound legal advice and representation.
Excellent communication and writing skills.
Client service skills to understand and address client needs, maintain client relationships and ensure client satisfaction. Be a partner to the business.
Adherence to integrity and ethics in handling of sensitive and confidential information while adhering to legal standards and law.
Research skills to gather and analyze relevant case studies, legal precedents, and labour regulations for effective case handling.
Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines while managing multiple cases simultaneously
Ability to work in a multidisciplinary, fast-pace work environment;
Methodic, flexible and dynamic; and
Preferably experienced in federal jurisdiction (ie. Canada Labour Code).