Labour & A Employment Associate

Labour & Employment Associate
Location: Toronto (Preferred), but possibly open to other GTA offices
Firm Type: Boutique Labour & Employment Law Firm

About the Firm:
Our client, a leading boutique Labour & Employment law firm with four offices across Ontario, is currently seeking a mid-to-senior level Associate (3–5 years’ experience) to join their dynamic and growing practice.

Why Join:

• Established Boutique Practice: 4 offices across Ontario, with deep roots in L&E law.
• Toronto: 20+ Lawyers
• Supportive Environment: 3:1 ratio of legal support staff to lawyers.
• Flexible Location: Open to candidates throughout GTA, with Toronto preferred.
• Consistent Workflow: High and steady volume of interesting and complex L&E files.
• Collaborative Culture: You’ll initially work under the mentorship of a Partner, before transitioning to manage your own client matters. Areas of Practice:
  This role is ideal for a well-rounded L&E lawyer with experience (or interest) in working across all facets of workplace law, including but not limited to:
  • Labour relations (collective bargaining, grievance and interest arbitration, union certification/decertification, Labour Board representation)
  • Employment law (contracts, policies, standards, discipline, discharge, wrongful dismissal, civil litigation)
  • Workplace compliance & investigations (human rights, occupational health & safety, workplace safety & insurance, pay equity, privacy/data breaches)
  • Attendance management, disability, and benefits (attendance programs, disability management, pensions, employee benefits)
  • Organizational change (corporate restructuring, employment issues in M&A)
  Note: This is a generalist role. Ideal candidates will have exposure to many of these areas, but deep specialization is not required.
  
  Qualifications:
  • 3–5 years of post-call experience in labour, employment, or workplace law.
  • Experience in both solicitor-side advisory and litigation/dispute resolution work is an asset.
  • Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
  • Comfortable managing multiple files and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Licensed and in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
  Compensation & Benefits:
  • Salary: Competitive, in line with other boutique L&E firms in the GTA (commensurate with experience). Wide range, due to range of experience $130,000 - $200,000.
  • Billable Target: 1600 hours (informally tracked).
  • Vacation: 4 weeks.
  • Benefits: Comprehensive health and dental benefits.
  • Professional Development: Robust CPD program.
  • Technology & Workspace: Firm-provided tech and a professional spending account (e.g., sit/stand desks).
  • Hybrid Work Model: 1 day/week work-from-home; 4 days in-office (Downtown Toronto office if based in Toronto).

David Aplin & Associates Inc., operating as Aplin, and its associated brands, CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment, is an award-winning employment agency connecting diverse, top-tier talent with exceptional organizations across North America. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and charge no fees to apply or engage with our recruiters. Our clients partner with us to help expand and diversify their teams. Please note that all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any necessary work permits.