Employment Counsel, International

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Provide daily advisory support on employment law for Canada and other jurisdictions as necessary.

• Oversee and assist in resolving complaints related to employment standards, human rights, and demand letters.

• Contribute to litigation strategies and guide external counsel when needed.

• Collaborate with the People & Culture team on workplace investigations, performance management, accommodations, leaves of absence, and terminations.

• Draft and update employment agreements, policies, and handbooks in all supported jurisdictions.

• Assist with compliance projects and initiatives related to employment.

• Help create sustainable and efficient processes for the Legal and People & Culture teams.

• Facilitate international expansion by establishing compliant employment frameworks in new markets.

• Lead initiatives to leverage AI tools for legal advice, document drafting, research, and case/matter management.

• Expedite legal research and initial drafts of memos, policies, playbooks, and correspondence, ensuring review and sign-off.

• Summarize and prioritize incoming matters, demand letters, and complaints.

• Develop and maintain internal playbooks, templates, and self-service resources.

• Support the improvement and automation of recurring employment law workflows.

⛳️ Requirements

• At least 3+ years of relevant experience in employment law, including work at a law firm advising on Canadian employment issues and managing employment demands and litigation.

• Must be called to the bar in at least one Canadian province (Ontario preferred) and maintain good standing.

• Strong understanding of Canadian employment and human rights laws.

• Ability to quickly familiarize oneself with multi-jurisdictional nuances.

• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to handle a high volume of concurrent matters and stakeholders.

• Clear and confident communicator, capable of simplifying complex legal issues into practical advice for non-lawyers.

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with shifting priorities.

• Eagerness to explore AI tools for legal work and a willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies.

🏝️ Benefits

• Highly competitive salary.

• Global retirement/401K/pension savings options.

• Generous paid time off policies, including a day off for birthdays!

• Access to a comprehensive mental health care program.

• Health benefits available from the first day of employment.

• Reimbursements for working from home expenses.

• Optional global WeWork membership for those seeking a change from their home office, with hubs in London and Toronto.

• Comprehensive training and onboarding program.

• Support for personal development initiatives, including conferences, courses, and books.

• Access to StackAdapt programmatic courses and certifications for continuous learning.

• An excellent parental leave policy.

• A friendly, welcoming, and supportive workplace culture.

• Opportunities for social and team-building events!

• Additional compensation may include annual bonuses, commissions, equity awards, and a comprehensive benefits package.