Law Clerk – Quebec

Referred applicants should not apply directly to this role.

All referred applicants must first be submitted through Workday by a current Loblaw Colleague.

Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued - as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the country's largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well®.

At Loblaw Companies Limited, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong.

Loblaws Inc. is looking for a legal representative with experience and an interest in labour law to join our Legal Department.

Reporting to the Senior Director, Legal Counsel for matters of labour law, the candidate will be responsible for supporting the Montreal office’s legal team in managing all labour law, employment and human rights issues in Quebec and Atlantic Canada, both at the retail level (Maxi, Provigo, Club entrepôt, Pharmaprix, Shoppers Drug Mart, Dominion, Real Atlantic Superstore etc.) and the supply chain level. You will be part of a team of customer-oriented professionals, committed to working to a high standard in a collaborative and professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Carry out caselaw research ;
• Analyze complaint files, as well as the evidence ;
• Assist in the preparation of arbitration and human rights matters ;
• Draft a variety of legal documents ;
• Assist in the preparation of presentations and training for the company ;
• Preparation of matters submitted to the Small Claims Division, as required ;
• Keep abreast of recent legislative updates and decisions and provide relevant updates to the legal team and its business partners ;
• Work closely with the legal team based in Toronto ;
• Work closely with the company to process litigation files, collect data, and provide relevant updates, etc. ;
• Organize files, correspondence and related documents ;
• Organize and maintain the data management system, including research management, legal advice, decisions, etc. ;
• Assist with other related legal and administrative tasks.

About you:

If you have excellent interpersonal skills, enjoy a collaborative work environment, are able to handle a wide range of legal issues, have excellent research skills, have IT skills, have an eye for detail, are proactive and efficient, have a positive attitude, are inquisitive, are ready to take on new challenges and are open to doing things differently to help us grow quickly, then this is the place for you.

Required skills, qualifications and experience:

• Diploma or training in legal studies or equivalent ;
• Two to five years in a similar role, preferably in labour law ;
• Labour law experience in other provinces is an asset ;
• Advanced communication skills in French and English, due to responsibilities outside Quebec ;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, SOQUIJ and other research tools.

You are a person who:

• makes connections and builds trust ;
• demonstrates initiative and has a strong sense of team spirit ;
• has excellent communication skills ;
• is highly organized with strong attention to detail ;
• knows how to meet tight deadlines in a dynamic work environment ;
• is discreet and respects confidentiality.

Our commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, and we focus our attention on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillars - Environment, Sourcing and Community - and we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. Our CORE Values - Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence - guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits - these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employers & Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

If you are unsure whether your experience matches every requirement above, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for varied perspectives which include diverse experiences that we can add to our team.

We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Please Note:
Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.