Meridia Recruitment Solutions has partnered with a well-established, full-service law firm in downtown Ottawa to recruit an Employment Associate Lawyer to join their growing team. This opportunity is ideal for a motivated legal professional who is passionate about employment law and thrives in a fast-paced, client-focused workplace. This role is primarily focused on providing advice and strategic support to clients across a wide range of employment matters, while working closely with senior counsel on litigation files as needed.

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Advise and support clients across various industries on a wide range of employment law matters, including employment standards, human rights, and occupational health and safety issues.
- Draft and review employment agreements, workplace policies, and related documentation.
- Provide guidance to clients on employee entitlements, including matters related to termination of employment.
- Support employment litigation matters in collaboration with senior counsel, including preparation for proceedings before courts, arbitration boards, labour boards, and tribunals.
- Work collaboratively with the firm’s corporate team on employment-related issues arising within transactions.
- Maintain strong client relationships through responsive, practical, and business‑focused legal advice.
- Manage files independently while maintaining high standards of accuracy, organization,



and client service.

REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

- Juris Doctor (J.D.) or Bachelor of Laws (LL.B).
- Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario (LSO).
- 5–7 years of post‑call experience practicing employment law in a law firm or in‑house environment.
- Strong experience advising employers on workplace matters and employment‑related risks.
- Experience with employment‑related disputes, including wrongful dismissal, human rights, employment standards, and restrictive covenant matters.

KEY SKILLS & CHARACTERISTICS

- Strong knowledge of employment law frameworks and best practices.
- Excellent drafting and advisory skills, particularly in employment agreements and workplace policies.
- Superior communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Strong client service orientation with the ability to build and maintain relationships.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal practice management systems, including document management and billing platforms.

This is a current vacancy; salary range is $125,000 – $165,000.

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📌 Employment Associate Lawyer (Ottawa)
🏢 Meridia Recruitment Solutions, a KBRS
📍 Ottawa