Labour and Employment Lawyer

McLennan Ross LLP, with offices in the Northwest Territories and Alberta, is a leading firm known for its national impact. We work with clients across Canada, including major corporations from nearly every sector, as well as government, public bodies, and non-profit organizations.

Our team includes some of the most accomplished lawyers, with the largest and most experienced management-side Labour and Employment practice in the North and Alberta, one of the West’s premier Litigation teams, and a strong Corporate Commercial Law group. Many of our cases, including those argued before the Supreme Court of Canada, have shaped the legal landscape for businesses across the country.

Position Overview

Our Yellowknife office is seeking a Labour and Employment Lawyer to join our established and growing team. You’ll work closely with three experienced partners in the Northwest Territories and Nunavut, specializing in labour and employment law, as well as general litigation. You’ll also collaborate with lawyers in our Edmonton and Calgary offices, with opportunities for early career responsibility, including:

• Chief negotiator in collective bargaining
• Counsel in:
  • Grievance arbitration hearings
  • Human rights mediations, hearings, and appeals
  • Labour board hearings
  • Employment standards appeals
  • Administrative tribunal hearings
  • Judicial reviews
• Conducting workplace investigations, including harassment cases
• Providing employers with proactive advice across various industries in the North

Our Ideal Candidate

We are seeking a candidate with a strong connection to Northern Canada who has:

• A Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD)
• 0-7 years of experience in labour/employment law
• An ability to work in cross-cultural environments
• Confidence in working independently under time constraints
• Excellent verbal, negotiation, and written communication skills
• The ability to clearly articulate legal information to clients
• Motivation, self-direction, and an ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Willingness to work in communities across Canada’s North
• Eligibility for admission to the Law Society of the Northwest Territories and the Law Society of Nunavut

Career Package

We offer a challenging and progressive work environment with a competitive salary and benefits package, commensurate with qualifications and experience. To apply, submit your resume and cover letter, highlighting how your career aligns with our requirements, to:

McLennan Ross, Human Resources
301 Nunasi Building, 5109 48 Street, Yellowknife, NT X1A 1N5
E-mail: michelle.theriault@mross.com; sonya.robinson@mross.com

About McLennan Ross

At McLennan Ross, we are passionate about our work and committed to supporting one another. We foster a team approach while valuing individual contributions. With a shared commitment to excellence, our lawyers handle landmark cases that have shaped the legal framework for businesses today.

Our open-door policy encourages collaboration and provides a supportive environment where everyone can grow and learn. We are driven by our values:

1. Unrivaled Client Focus
   We strive for excellence in law and find creative, practical solutions for our clients.
2. Passionate and Driven
   We are fully committed to our work and results-driven.
3. Genuine and Approachable
   We welcome diversity and believe we are stronger together.
4. Making a Difference
   We care deeply about our clients, community, and one another.

Visit us at mross.com.

Posted: September 9, 2024