Building your legal practice at Burchell Wickwire Bryson LLP (BWB) means more than just starting a new job.

It means being part of a team that values integrity, excellence, respect, and collaboration.

Our inclusive work environment fosters a positive workplace culture where our team members feel welcomed and engaged, and can have a sense of pride in the work that they do every day.

In addition to working with an incredible team of lawyers and administrative professionals at one of Halifax's leading law firms, our lawyers receive a number of benefits and perks including:

• A competitive compensation package;
• Comprehensive group benefit plans;
• Paid parking or transit pass;
• Focus on work-life balance where taking paid time-off is not only offered, but also encouraged;
• A "Dress for your Day" policy;
• Opportunities for continued learning and professional development;
• Working in a beautiful new office space in the heart of downtown Halifax; and,
• Regular team-building activities and social events.

If you are looking for a career opportunity where you will feel respected and supported, while continuing to learn and grow professionally, a role at BWB may be the perfect next step!

The Labour and Employment Practice Group at Burchell Wickwire Bryson LLP is growing!
BWB is currently recruiting for an Associate Lawyer (Labour) to join the firm on a full-time, permanent basis, based in BWB's new office space at 1801 Hollis Street in Halifax, NS.

The Opportunity:

As an Associate Lawyer within BWB's Labour and Employment Group, the successful candidate will work on a variety of labour-related files, while supporting clients in various sectors and industries. In particular, our new Associate Lawyer will be responsible for the following:

• Providing legal advice to clients on matters pertaining to complying with labour legislation, labour disputes, arbitrations, negotiations, workplace policies, collective agreements, and other related legal matters & proceedings;
• Representing clients throughout the collective bargaining process, and during arbitration hearings, mediations, labour board proceedings, and court litigation;
• Conducting legal research, and staying current on all labour legislation and any relevant changes;
• Working with other lawyers to develop effective legal strategies to ensure clients' needs are not only met, but exceeded with every interaction; and,
• Collaborating with other members of the firm to ensure practice management requirements, including but not limited to proper client communication, file management, and time & billing practices, are completed to the firm's standards.

The Ideal Candidate:

If you are a highly motivated and organized lawyer with three or more years of labour practice experience and a commitment to providing top-tier client service, we want to hear from you!

Although not a requirement, bilingualism and the ability to practice in both French and English would be considered an asset.

All candidates must be a member in good standing with a Canadian law society with the ability to obtain practicing status in Nova Scotia.

How to Apply:

To be considered for this exciting opportunity with BWB, please apply online prior to the March 24, 2025 closing date.

We appreciate all those who are interested; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please note, any offer of employment will be conditional on a satisfactory background check.

BWB's Commitment to Inclusion:

At BWB you will find a team that understands the importance of developing a diverse workforce, and maintaining an environment focused on equity and inclusion.

We strive to ensure everyone feels welcome at the firm and can be themselves at work.

We continually work to ensure our recruitment practices are fair, and that all applicants are provided with an equal opportunity and consideration for any position for which they are interested and qualified.

Should you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please advise Nick Sacre, Senior Human Resources Manager at [email protected]