Counsel, Labour and Employment

Canadian National Railway Company•Edmonton, AB

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Counsel, Labour and Employment (Canada) is responsible for advising on all Labour Relations (LR) and Human Resources (HR) legal issues in Canada. The role provides general and strategic advice on labour and employment law. The position drafts policies and manages litigation and complaints to third party agencies. The incumbent leads the Workers Compensation Group.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of experience in labour and employment law, either as in-house or external counsel
Experience providing general labour and employment law advice including advice related to the Canada Labour Code
Experience advising on internal complaints as well as complaints to third-party agencies
Experience advising a federally regulated entity with a large-unionized population
Experience working in the transportation, trucking, or railroad industry
Experience providing advice on the Official Languages Act
Juris Doctor or Equivalent from a recognized law school
Member of the Bar in a province where CN has substantial operations
General Microsoft Office skills
Knowledge of employment laws, including the Canada Labour Code, complaints, and litigation procedures
Fluently bilingual, both written and verbal (English, French)
Knowledge of CN Operations

Nice To Haves

Any experience for these above would be considered as an asset

Responsibilities

Advise and oversee third-party investigations of complaints
Advise internal clients on any other employment-related legal matters as requested including internal investigations, performance management, discipline, leaves, occupational health and safety matters, and requirements under the Canada Labour Code
Review and draft employment related policies
Advise on the company’s response to complaints and lawsuits
Instruct external counsel handling CN’s response
Assist external counsel in collecting relevant documentation from inside CN
Make decisions on strategy including settlements
Collaborate with executives and managers from other functions to ensure alignment
Lead a team that manages the Workers Compensation team in Canada
Develop and implement strategies to achieve results