Labour Relations Lawyer

LABOUR RELATIONS LAWYER

NEW BRUNSWICK ASSOCIATION OF NURSING HOMES INC

The New Brunswick Association of Nursing Homes (NBANH) is an organization that provides services to and advocates on behalf of New Brunswick's 77 nursing homes. Across the Province, nursing homes employ over 7 500 people, many of whom are union members who fall under one of 6 collective agreements. Labour and employment support is among the core services NBANH provides to its members. NBANH is seeking a person who is passionate about working in a socially conscious space and interested in being challenged to find practical solutions to a wide range of challenges. Although a significant portion of this role is to provide Labour and employment services, there is opportunity to meet other needs of the organization around ethics in care provision, management education and training, and policy/legislative review and advocacy. NBANH is looking for the right person and is willing to create a role to meet that person's strengths.

The Labour Relations Lawyer reports to the Chief Executive Officer and is responsible to provide Labour relations services to NBANH members. This role works with other members of the NBANH legal team to provide interpretation of collective agreements for managers, lead or assist with collective agreement negotiations, represent member homes at grievance arbitrations, Workers' Compensation Appeals Tribunal and Labour and Employment Board hearings. The individual in this role will also provide additional services consistent with expertise level. This role is a leadership role in the long term care sector that requires flexibility and must maintain a general knowledge base on all NBANH initiatives and sector developments in such a way as expected of an in-house resource.

Key Accountabilities

• Provide interpretation of existing collective agreements for managers
• Be a resource for managers of member homes with respect to labour and employment matters or matters tangential to labour and employment
• Negotiate Collective Agreements as lead or in support
• Conduct legal research and provide legal opinions as needed to member homes, or internally with NBANH
• Occasional travel throughout New Brunswick is required
• Additional roles, depending on the skill set of the successful applicant
• Participates in relevant committees
• Develops reports, gives presentations and educational sessions as needed

Qualifications and Educational Requirements

• Law degree from a recognized Canadian law School. Experience in Labour and Employment Law would be an asset
• Eligible for membership in the NB Law Society
• Committed to supporting aging and long term care through public policy advocacy and working with organized labour to create positive change
• Excellent communication skills in English and French
• Excellent and creative problem-solving skills
• Highly organized individual with strong attention to detail
• Excellent writing skills
• Proficient in MS Office

Terms of Employment

Permanent Full time, 37.5 hours per week. Local and provincial travel may be required. The successful candidate must live in Fredericton, NB.

Salary and Benefits

• Commensurate with qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan (eligible immediately upon hire) including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Pension Plan
• Paid Vacation days (begins immediately)
• Opportunities for skills development
• Free onsite parking

We thank all who apply for this position but will only respond to those selected for an interview. The Association is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. Feel free to contact us if you require alternative arrangements to submit your application. Candidates with a disability requiring accommodation during the interview process should be advised.

If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in the position, please submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected] by the application deadline of Friday, December 13th, 2024.