Associate

DLA Piper (Canada) LLP is looking for a talented mid-level associate with 3-5 years of experience in employment and labour law, to be based in either the Firm’s Vancouver or Calgary office. The successful candidate will work on a variety of employment and labour matters for our clients, supported by a busy and talented team. You will be a self starter who is looking to apply strong and proven legal skills in our collegial and high functioning group. You will be a proven team-player who enjoys collaborating with others, but who is also comfortable running with a file.

Specifically, the successful candidate's skills and experience will include:

• Generally working independently on a multitude of tasks involved in employment matters with minimal supervision, and progressing files in a timely manner;
• Strong attention to detail and outstanding writing skills; and
• Excellent client communication skills, ideally having worked with market leaders in a variety of industries.

You will contribute to a complex mix of employment and labour work and will continue to expand your skills across the full spectrum of workplace issues, including restructurings, executive employment matters, human rights, occupational health and safety, regulatory compliance, and employment litigation, as well as labour relations and collective bargaining, union organizing campaigns, and grievance arbitrations.

DLA Piper is a top global law firm. Our clients are well-established entities, as well as entrepreneurs and growing companies. Candidates with experience from a national, international or highly regarded litigation boutique is preferred. The team is made up of high performing and dedicated practitioners who are collegial, bright and committed to producing excellent results for our clients. You will play a pivotal role, working closely with a number of busy associates and partners.

DLA Piper (Canada) LLP is proud to be highly competitive when it comes to awards and benefits. The successful candidate will be remunerated at the top of market, with an array of benefits, bonus structure and an outstanding associate development program.

For more details, or to discuss the role, please contact our Practice Group Director – Disputes, Claire Walker (claire.walker@ca.dlapiper.com).

To submit your application, please apply directly to claire.walker@ca.dlapiper.com including ‎cover letter and resume.‎

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.‎