Associate Employment Counsel
Posted 16 days ago
Job Description
Do you have prior employment legal experience as a practicing attorney with a desire for in-house experience in one of Vancouver’s most sought-after companies?
This is a 6-month contract role.
Who- the Company:
Exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing international Vancouver based company and one of Vancouver’s finest! They are a people-centric organization and known for their collaborative team culture.
What- the Role:- Act as main point of contact on the legal team on issues related to recruitment and employment contracts
- Draft and revise executive and non-executive employment contracts, including restrictive covenant agreements and other addendums
- Review, draft, and provide legal advice on employment and human resources policies
- Assist with the design of contracts, policies and best practices in collaboration with other Employment Legal team members
- Assist in the conduction of workplace investigations
- J.D. or Bachelor’s degree in law from an accredited institution
- Admission into the bar of practice, or the ability to register as in-house counsel
- 1 - 4 years of employment legal experience as a practicing attorney (prior in-house experience preferred).
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
- Has the ability to prioritize and manage multiple matters simultaneously in an entrepreneurial,
- rapidly scaling and changing environment.
- Keen attention to detail, ability to execute requested assignments and as part of a team, and
- excellent organizational skills.
- Good judgment with an understanding of when to ask for guidance or input.
- Excellent analytical, written, verbal, research, and communication skills.
- Develop an understanding of the difference between remote and real risks.
$55-75/hr commensurate with experience + 4% vacation pay.
Where:Vancouver yet OPEN to candidates across Canada who are open to working remote!
When & How to Apply:This search is moving very quickly, and interviews start immediately! Swim will be presenting short-listed candidates directly to the hiring team for consideration. Please reach out soon!
About Swim Recruiting
Application closing date is 2025-01-26
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