Canadian Blood Services
Ottawa, ON, Canada
Legal Counsel - Labour and Employment Law
Location: Ottawa, ON, CA, K1G 4J5 Ancaster, ON, CA, L9K 1S4 Vancouver, British Columbia, CA, V6H 2N9 Saint John, New Brunswick, CA, E2K 0H6 Sudbury, ON, CA, P3A 5W8 Edmonton, AB, CA, T6G 2R8 London, ON, CA, N6J 2N4 Toronto, ON, CA, M5G 2M1 Brampton, ON, CA, L6T 5M1 St. John's, NL, CA, A1B 3Z9 Calgary, AB, CA, T3N 1S5 Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, CA, B3B 0H7 Winnipeg, MB, CA, R3E 3R4
Please note this role will work in a hybrid environment. The successful candidate will be working a mixture of on-site and off-site work to meet the needs of our organization. Currently, employees are expected to have an in-person presence for at least 40% of their work time.
Job posting ID: 8725
Employment status: Regular full-time Position's anticipated start date: 2026-07-20
Classification: PTS Salary/Rate of pay: $114,800 - $135,100
Application deadline: 2026-06-14
This external job posting may close earlier than the advertised deadline. We recommend applying as soon as possible.
Application requirements:
Your up-to-date resume.
Job specific cover letter.
We recommend you save a copy of the job posting for reference throughout the recruitment process.
bout this role Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Regular Full-time Legal Counsel - Labour and Employment Law to join our dynamic Legal Services team.
The Legal Services team provides legal, privacy, ethics, governance, policy, and risk leadership across Canadian Blood Services’ product and service areas.
Reporting to the Managing Counsel, Labour and Employment Law, you will play an integral role in supporting the management of all labour and employment-related matters within the organization. You will advise on employee relationships, various collective agreements, grievances, arbitrations, and policies and programs related to employees.
You will provide professional, timely, and cost-effective advice and support, performing all functions in alignment with Canadian Blood Services’ values and acting with the highest level of integrity and ethical standards.
Formula for Success
Drawing on your skills in labour and employment law, you will provide accurate, relevant, and timely advice on a variety of labour and employment matters, including hiring practices and employment agreements, termination issues and severance agreements, collective bargaining, grievances, disability and accommodation issues, and discrimination and harassment.
Applying your skills in regulatory compliance, you will provide advice regarding adherence to occupational health, safety, and environmental requirements, as well as compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
Utilizing your skills in workplace investigations, you will support and advise on internal workplace assessments and investigations.
Supporting your skills in cross‑functional legal partnership, you will provide legal guidance to Canadian Blood Services’ business units, employee and labour relations teams, occupational health and safety teams, and other internal stakeholders, aligning legal requirements with business strategy.
Extending your skills in immigration law, you will provide support and advice related to immigration matters affecting employees.
Promoting your skills in fostering organizational culture, you will contribute to a positive, proactive, high‑performance environment that encourages collaboration and continuous improvement.
Desired Education & Skills
A law degree from a recognized academic institution.
Membership in good standing in a law society for a Canadian province or territory.
Other legal and ethics related credentials would be an asset.
At least 5+ years of legal experience (labour and employment law) in a law firm or in-house environment.
Substantial knowledge of relevant legislative and regulatory frameworks and case law.
Ability to practice law with minimal supervision, and to collaborate with senior counsel as necessary.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to translate complex issues and to provide practical legal advice to clients, communicating in a clear and accessible manner and incorporating all relevant business risks.
Ability to understand and think critically about business needs and tailor advice accordingly.
Ability to provide responsive client service in the context of competing demands.
What we offer you
4 weeks' vacation.
Annual performance award up to 10%.
Comprehensive group health, dental and vision benefits for you and your family.
Defined benefit pension plan.
Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resources.
What you can expect
This role will work in a hybrid environment with requirements to be onsite at a Canadian Blood Services location at least 40% of the time/2 days of the week.
This role may require occasional travel, depending on operational and legal requirements.
If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply directly through our Careers Page .
Legal Counsel - Labour and Employment Law
Location: Ottawa, ON, CA, K1G 4J5 Ancaster, ON, CA, L9K 1S4 Vancouver, British Columbia, CA, V6H 2N9 Saint John, New Brunswick, CA, E2K 0H6 Sudbury, ON, CA, P3A 5W8 Edmonton, AB, CA, T6G 2R8 London, ON, CA, N6J 2N4 Toronto, ON, CA, M5G 2M1 Brampton, ON, CA, L6T 5M1 St. John's, NL, CA, A1B 3Z9 Calgary, AB, CA, T3N 1S5 Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, CA, B3B 0H7 Winnipeg, MB, CA, R3E 3R4
Please note this role will work in a hybrid environment. The successful candidate will be working a mixture of on-site and off-site work to meet the needs of our organization. Currently, employees are expected to have an in-person presence for at least 40% of their work time.
Job posting ID: 8725
Employment status: Regular full-time Position's anticipated start date: 2026-07-20
Classification: PTS Salary/Rate of pay: $114,800 - $135,100
Application deadline: 2026-06-14
This external job posting may close earlier than the advertised deadline. We recommend applying as soon as possible.
Application requirements:
Your up-to-date resume.
Job specific cover letter.
We recommend you save a copy of the job posting for reference throughout the recruitment process.
bout this role Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Regular Full-time Legal Counsel - Labour and Employment Law to join our dynamic Legal Services team.
The Legal Services team provides legal, privacy, ethics, governance, policy, and risk leadership across Canadian Blood Services’ product and service areas.
Reporting to the Managing Counsel, Labour and Employment Law, you will play an integral role in supporting the management of all labour and employment-related matters within the organization. You will advise on employee relationships, various collective agreements, grievances, arbitrations, and policies and programs related to employees.
You will provide professional, timely, and cost-effective advice and support, performing all functions in alignment with Canadian Blood Services’ values and acting with the highest level of integrity and ethical standards.
Formula for Success
Drawing on your skills in labour and employment law, you will provide accurate, relevant, and timely advice on a variety of labour and employment matters, including hiring practices and employment agreements, termination issues and severance agreements, collective bargaining, grievances, disability and accommodation issues, and discrimination and harassment.
Applying your skills in regulatory compliance, you will provide advice regarding adherence to occupational health, safety, and environmental requirements, as well as compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
Utilizing your skills in workplace investigations, you will support and advise on internal workplace assessments and investigations.
Supporting your skills in cross‑functional legal partnership, you will provide legal guidance to Canadian Blood Services’ business units, employee and labour relations teams, occupational health and safety teams, and other internal stakeholders, aligning legal requirements with business strategy.
Extending your skills in immigration law, you will provide support and advice related to immigration matters affecting employees.
Promoting your skills in fostering organizational culture, you will contribute to a positive, proactive, high‑performance environment that encourages collaboration and continuous improvement.
Desired Education & Skills
A law degree from a recognized academic institution.
Membership in good standing in a law society for a Canadian province or territory.
Other legal and ethics related credentials would be an asset.
At least 5+ years of legal experience (labour and employment law) in a law firm or in-house environment.
Substantial knowledge of relevant legislative and regulatory frameworks and case law.
Ability to practice law with minimal supervision, and to collaborate with senior counsel as necessary.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to translate complex issues and to provide practical legal advice to clients, communicating in a clear and accessible manner and incorporating all relevant business risks.
Ability to understand and think critically about business needs and tailor advice accordingly.
Ability to provide responsive client service in the context of competing demands.
What we offer you
4 weeks' vacation.
Annual performance award up to 10%.
Comprehensive group health, dental and vision benefits for you and your family.
Defined benefit pension plan.
Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resources.
What you can expect
This role will work in a hybrid environment with requirements to be onsite at a Canadian Blood Services location at least 40% of the time/2 days of the week.
This role may require occasional travel, depending on operational and legal requirements.
If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply directly through our Careers Page .
Pepsico
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
The PepsiCo Canada Employment Counsel will be an integral member of the PepsiCo Canada Legal Team and Canadian business operations. The role will report directly to the VP & General Counsel and will provide legal support and advice on a wide variety of employment and labour matters, including employment policy development, interpretation and application, the preparation of employment related agreement, support required for the administration of collective agreements, litigation management and employment regulatory compliance. The Employment Counsel role will ensure compliance with applicable regulations, PepsiCo policies, and industry best practices while advancing business interests and maintaining critical business operations. What you can expect from us:
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits designed to fit your unique needs
A dynamic and inclusive culture that promotes you to bring your whole-self to work
Inspiring positive change for people and the planet with sustainability goals
A supportive team that will encourage your professional growth and development
Responsibilities
Draft, negotiate and review employment related agreements
Engage cross-functionally and collaboratively to align on business objectives and lead legal review, tactics, and strategies to achieve business goals and strategies
Support general human resource team efforts
Provide employment related legal guidance on various key projects
Qualifications
LLB or JD from a leading law school, with active admission to Law Society of Ontario or common law provincial bar
4-6 years’ experience as an employment lawyer at a top law firm
Exceptional drafting and negotiation skills required
Must be commercially minded, a quick learner and able to balance sound legal advice with creative business solutions
Strong analytical and strategic thinking, communication, influence, and impact skills
Creative, innovative, solution-oriented team player with positive attitude and strong interpersonal skills who can work collaboratively
Ability to communicate effectively in presentations and express complex strategies in an organized, concise, and articulate manner
Effective time management skills and ability to meet deadlines, including ability to work under pressure and juggle many competing priorities
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive
Careers to Smile About: At PepsiCo, you’ll discover a place where our mission is to create smiles around the world. With a portfolio of more than 500 beloved brands including, Gatorade, Lay’s and Quaker, our work touches millions of people every day. At the heart of the company is a team of thinkers, creators, and problem-solvers who collaborate to innovate and turn ideas into action. Driven by innovation and a focus on creating joyful moments through food and drinks, our decisions are guided by consumer centricity, creating opportunities for our associates to do meaningful work and make a lasting impact in the communities we serve. Whatever your role, you’ll be part of a global community that values your ideas and empowers you to make an impact, on your career and on the world around you. PepsiCo may use Artificial Intelligence as part of its hiring process. Specifically, we may use AI-based tools to screen, assess, or select applicants. This posting is for an existing vacancy.
The PepsiCo Canada Employment Counsel will be an integral member of the PepsiCo Canada Legal Team and Canadian business operations. The role will report directly to the VP & General Counsel and will provide legal support and advice on a wide variety of employment and labour matters, including employment policy development, interpretation and application, the preparation of employment related agreement, support required for the administration of collective agreements, litigation management and employment regulatory compliance. The Employment Counsel role will ensure compliance with applicable regulations, PepsiCo policies, and industry best practices while advancing business interests and maintaining critical business operations. What you can expect from us:
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits designed to fit your unique needs
A dynamic and inclusive culture that promotes you to bring your whole-self to work
Inspiring positive change for people and the planet with sustainability goals
A supportive team that will encourage your professional growth and development
Responsibilities
Draft, negotiate and review employment related agreements
Engage cross-functionally and collaboratively to align on business objectives and lead legal review, tactics, and strategies to achieve business goals and strategies
Support general human resource team efforts
Provide employment related legal guidance on various key projects
Qualifications
LLB or JD from a leading law school, with active admission to Law Society of Ontario or common law provincial bar
4-6 years’ experience as an employment lawyer at a top law firm
Exceptional drafting and negotiation skills required
Must be commercially minded, a quick learner and able to balance sound legal advice with creative business solutions
Strong analytical and strategic thinking, communication, influence, and impact skills
Creative, innovative, solution-oriented team player with positive attitude and strong interpersonal skills who can work collaboratively
Ability to communicate effectively in presentations and express complex strategies in an organized, concise, and articulate manner
Effective time management skills and ability to meet deadlines, including ability to work under pressure and juggle many competing priorities
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive
Careers to Smile About: At PepsiCo, you’ll discover a place where our mission is to create smiles around the world. With a portfolio of more than 500 beloved brands including, Gatorade, Lay’s and Quaker, our work touches millions of people every day. At the heart of the company is a team of thinkers, creators, and problem-solvers who collaborate to innovate and turn ideas into action. Driven by innovation and a focus on creating joyful moments through food and drinks, our decisions are guided by consumer centricity, creating opportunities for our associates to do meaningful work and make a lasting impact in the communities we serve. Whatever your role, you’ll be part of a global community that values your ideas and empowers you to make an impact, on your career and on the world around you. PepsiCo may use Artificial Intelligence as part of its hiring process. Specifically, we may use AI-based tools to screen, assess, or select applicants. This posting is for an existing vacancy.