<p>We are looking for a dedicated Litigation Associate to join our client's dynamic legal team in Toronto, Ontario. In this role, you will handle a variety of civil and commercial litigation matters, ensuring high-quality service and results for clients. This position offers the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, providing flexibility and opportunities for growth.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage a diverse caseload of civil and commercial litigation files, ensuring timely and effective resolution.</p><p>• Draft, review, and finalize legal documents, including pleadings, briefs, and correspondence.</p><p>• Participate in mediation, arbitration, and court proceedings, advocating effectively on behalf of clients.</p><p>• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to support case strategy and decision-making.</p><p>• Collaborate with other team members to develop innovative solutions for complex legal issues.</p><p>• Utilize case management and document management software to organize and track case progress.</p><p>• Communicate with clients to provide updates, gather information, and address concerns.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with legal standards, regulations, and internal policies.</p><p>• Handle complaint administration and claim processes with precision and attention to detail.</p><p>• Stay updated on changes to civil and commercial law to maintain expertise in the field.</p>
<p><strong>About the Role:</strong></p><p>This is a high-impact leadership opportunity offering strategic oversight and operational responsibility across a multi-site footprint spanning Canada, the USA, and Brazil. The Manager, Human Resources serves as the primary HR leader for the Americas division, partnering closely with both MFL and UT leadership teams to design and deliver people programs that enable business success, foster leadership capability, and support company growth. The ideal candidate is a trusted advisor, strong collaborator, and strategic influencer with significant experience supporting global organizations.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><strong>Strategic HR Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with Americas leadership teams to align HR and business strategies.</li><li>Translate people strategies into measurable initiatives supporting organizational priorities.</li><li>Influence and negotiate with leaders on HR programs, workforce investments, and change management.</li><li>Liaise with local leaders, HRBPs, and COEs globally to execute strategic people initiatives.</li></ul><p><strong>Talent & Leadership Development</strong></p><ul><li>Provide executive coaching to senior leaders to enhance team effectiveness.</li><li>Drive succession planning, leadership pipeline development, and high-potential talent programs.</li><li>Design and implement career development frameworks to support growth and upskilling in the region.</li></ul><p><strong>Retention & Engagement</strong></p><ul><li>Create strategies to attract, retain, and engage technical talent in a competitive market.</li><li>Partner with business leaders on culture improvement, engagement, and change management efforts.</li><li>Lead employee listening programs and leverage feedback to drive continuous improvement.</li></ul><p><strong>HR Execution & Strategy</strong></p><ul><li>Design and deliver compensation, benefits, and workforce strategies for all Americas locations.</li><li>Ensure HR policies are scalable and aligned to global standards, while accommodating local market needs.</li><li>Lead transformation initiatives integrating new HR programs and processes.</li></ul><p><strong>Employee Relations</strong></p><ul><li>Champion positive employee relations and ensure consistent application of HR policies and compliance.</li><li>Coach supervisors on employee relations and process improvements.</li><li>Conduct workplace investigations and prepare related findings.</li></ul><p><strong>HR Team Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Promote a positive, collaborative, and high-performance culture within HR, modeling corporate values.</li><li>Develop and mentor a high-impact HR team.</li><li>Work with HR partners and People & Performance teams to deliver strategic outcomes.</li></ul><p><strong>Reporting & Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Report on HR metrics and contribute to presentations and leadership communications.</li><li>Support company-wide process improvements and best practices.</li><li>Ensure legal compliance with employment legislation across multiple jurisdictions.</li><li>Manage employee relations counseling, outplacement counseling, and exit interviewing.</li></ul><p>Conduct research on personnel programs, policies, and employment law, and recommend improvements</p>
