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Employment Lawyer

Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Remote
Posted Sep 18, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Mid-Senior level

Job summary

The lawyer will advise employees on workplace matters, including wrongful dismissal and human rights, while reviewing employment agreements and policies. They will represent clients in negotiations, mediations, and litigation before courts and administrative tribunals.

Job details

Employment Lawyer (3-5 Years' Call) in Canada Location: Remote, Calgary, Alberta Position: Full-Time About The Opportunity We are seeking a motivated and client-focused Employment Lawyer with 3-5 years of call to join our growing practice in Calgary. This is an excellent opportunity for a lawyer passionate about employment law seeking to build a rewarding practice in a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment. Responsibilities The successful candidate will: Advise employees on a broad range of workplace matters. Handle wrongful dismissal, constructive dismissal, human rights, employment standards, and restrictive covenant matters. Review employment agreements, workplace policies, executive compensation agreements, and severance packages. Represent clients in negotiations, mediations, arbitrations, and litigation before the courts and administrative tribunals. Conduct legal research and prepare pleadings, briefs, and other legal documents. Manage files independently while working collaboratively with colleagues when appropriate. Develop and maintain strong client relationships and contribute to business development initiatives. Qualifications The ideal candidate must have: 3-5 years of call and membership in good standing with the Law Society of Alberta (or eligibility for admission). Experience practising employment law, including advocacy experience. Excellent drafting, analytical, and legal research skills. Strong oral and written communication abilities. Exceptional organizational and file management skills. The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment. A client-focused approach with sound judgment and attention to detail. What We Offer Competitive compensation commensurate with experience. Performance-based bonus opportunities. A supportive, collegial, and collaborative work environment. Opportunities for mentorship, professional development, and career advancement.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have 3-5 years of call and be a member in good standing with the Law Society of Alberta. Experience in employment law advocacy and strong analytical, drafting, and communication skills are required.