<p>A well-established law firm in Toronto is seeking a qualified and motivated <strong>Labour and Employment Lawyer</strong> to join its growing practice. This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse workplace law matters in a collaborative environment, engaging directly with clients across a range of industries.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Advise clients on all aspects of labour and employment law, including wrongful dismissal, employment contracts, human rights, workplace investigations, occupational health and safety, and collective bargaining.</li><li>Draft legal documents, pleadings, contracts, policies, and opinions with attention to detail and adherence to legal best practices.</li><li>Represent clients before courts, administrative tribunals, mediations, arbitrations, and other dispute resolution forums.</li><li>Conduct legal research and stay current on legislative developments and case law affecting employee and employer rights and obligations.</li><li>Collaborate with a dynamic team of legal professionals and provide prompt, solution-oriented guidance to clients.</li><li>Contribute to business development initiatives through networking, client engagement, and thought leadership.</li><li>Manage files independently while meeting deadlines and maintaining high standards of client service and professional ethics.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced HR Specialist to join our team on a contract basis in Ottawa, Ontario. This role involves supporting various human resources functions, including recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, and employee record management. If you have strong organizational and communication skills and enjoy working in a dynamic environment, this position is an excellent opportunity to contribute to HR operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Facilitate the onboarding process for new employees who are authorized to work in the applicable locations and the United States, ensuring a seamless transition.<br>• Conduct recruitment activities, including screening applicants and coordinating interviews.<br>• Assist employees with inquiries related to benefits, policies, and procedures.<br>• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records and documentation.<br>• Coordinate year-end HR requirements and reporting tasks.<br>• Collaborate with managers to support training initiatives and employee development.<br>• Manage payroll-related tasks using systems like ADP Workforce Now and Ceridian.<br>• Provide ongoing support for HR systems and tools, including ATS and CRM platforms.<br>• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and HR regulations.<br>• Contribute to process improvements within the HR department.
