Our client, a leading business law firm, is seeking an Employment & Labour Associate to join its Toronto office. This role offers the opportunity to work as part of a collaborative legal team advising employers on a broad range of workplace law matters.
The successful candidate will support clients across industries on employment, labour, and human rights matters, including day-to-day workplace issues, complex advisory work, and dispute-related matters.
Key Responsibilities
Advise clients on employment and labour law matters, including workplace policies, employment agreements, terminations, accommodations, human rights, and labour relations
Support employer clients in matters involving grievances, mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and litigation
Conduct legal research and prepare legal opinions, briefs, pleadings, and other documentation
Assist with workplace investigations and regulatory compliance matters
Provide practical, business-focused legal advice tailored to client needs
Collaborate with colleagues across practice groups on multidisciplinary client matters
Maintain strong client relationships and contribute to business development initiatives as appropriate
Qualifications
Licensed to practice law in Ontario and in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
Experience in employment and labour law gained at a law firm or in-house legal department
Strong legal research, drafting, and analytical skills
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Commitment to professionalism, teamwork, and client service
Preferred Experience
Experience advising employer-side clients
Exposure to advocacy, labour arbitration, employment litigation, or human rights matters
Experience handling a mix of advisory and dispute-related files
What’s Offered
Opportunity to work on sophisticated and engaging employment and labour matters
Collaborative and supportive team environment
Professional development and mentorship opportunities
Competitive compensation and benefits package
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