Associate Lawyer - Labour & Employment (Junior to Mid-Level Position)

Job Description

<p><h3>Overview</h3><p><b>As one of Canada’s premier business law firms, our client consistently delivers outstanding legal services to leading businesses both domestically and internationally. They boast a team of talented lawyers and business advisors who are deeply engaged in their practice areas and the industries they serve. This group of independent thinkers collaborates to offer a comprehensive and cohesive approach, ensuring clients receive the best legal counsel while effectively navigating market risks. Recognized as a leading national law firm, they have also been consistently acknowledged as one of Canada’s top employers.</b></p><p><b>Our client is currently seeking a highly skilled and confident junior to mid-level Labour & Employment Associate to join their esteemed Calgary team. This role presents an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to contribute to a vibrant practice while collaborating with some of the industry’s leading professionals.</b></p><h3>Qualifications and Attributes</h3><ul><li>2-5 (2025 - 2021) years of post-call experience in labour and employment law from a reputable national, regional, or boutique firm.</li><li>Experience advising and representing employers on various employment and labour law matters, including corporate transactions and reorganizations.</li><li>Experience with labour arbitrations and/or administrative tribunals is an asset.</li><li>Proficient in drafting and negotiating employment contracts, with knowledge of executive compensation, workers’ compensation, pay equity, and employment equity.</li><li>Familiarity with occupational health and safety prosecutions, human rights issues, employment standards, privacy matters, terminations, layoffs, and workplace investigations.</li><li>Strong communication and drafting skills, with meticulous attention to detail.</li><li>Qualified to practice law in Canada.</li></ul><h3>What Our Client is Offering</h3><ul><li>Tier one bonus structure.</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package, including an additional health and wellness top-up.</li><li>Educational incentives to support ongoing professional development.</li><li>Mentorship opportunities to promote career advancement.</li></ul><h3>How to Apply</h3><p><b>Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their resume and transcripts via LinkedIn or by emailing their application in confidence to Stacy Cowan at stacy@urbanlegal.ca.</b></p><p><b>At Urban Legal Recruitment, we prioritize discretion and confidentiality throughout our recruitment process. We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.</b></p></p>
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