Legal Counsel, Labour and Employment Law

Job Description

If you are a team player and have ambition, talent and drive, consider a promising career with Canada Post. We are currently seeking an enthusiastic lawyer with analytical, advocacy, organizational and interpersonal skills. The candidate would join a collegial team of talented professionals and use their legal acumen to deal with a variety of challenging issues while working with diverse management clients.

• Conduct research, prepare legal opinions and provide advice to management on labour and employment law including the interpretation of collective agreements and statutes, and other legal issues.
• Provide practical and strategic advice to management on a wide variety of labour and employment law and other legal issues, appropriate to the risks to prevent potential problems, and offer support in problem resolution and decision‑making.
• Keep abreast of any changes to the relevant legislative and jurisprudential frameworks, including best practices in labour and employment law, and make appropriate recommendations to the Corporation.
• Draft, review, and revise agreements, contracts, policies and other legal documents to ensure Canada Post meets statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Represent management in labour arbitration hearings, other proceedings, and manage external counsel.

• Education
  :
  Law degree from a recognized institution and membership in good standing with a provincial bar.
• Experience
  : 3‑7 years of post‑call experience; 3‑7 years of experience practicing labour and employment law and litigation.
• Excellent communication skills, proven leadership skills, and works with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrates motivation, proactivity, and aptitude to fulfill responsibilities upon appointment to the role.

Bilingual Imperative (CBAC)

Safety Sensitive Position: may be considered a Safety Sensitive position with additional requirements under Canada Post’s Substance Use Policy.

Canada Post will represent Canada’s diversity and provide a safe and welcoming workplace that embraces and celebrates our differences. We are committed to employment equity and encourage applications from women, Indigenous People, persons with disabilities and visible minorities.

The Conflict of Interest Policy prohibits employees from hiring, supervising or reporting to, directly or indirectly via the reporting hierarchy, their immediate family or close personal relations. Should you feel that you may be in an actual or potential Conflict of Interest in regard to this job opportunity, you must communicate with the designated Human Resources representative.

Canada Post is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier‑free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you are contacted by Canada Post regarding a job opportunity, please advise if you have any restrictions that need to be accommodated. All information received is kept confidential.

Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the requirements as Canada Post cannot make assumptions about your education and experience. We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.