Job descriptionJob Type: Full-time |
Location: Vancouver BC, Canada |
Department: Legal |
Work Location Type: #Hybrid
IREN is seeking an experienced employment lawyer to join our Legal team as Senior Legal Counsel - Employment, based in our Vancouver office. Reporting to the Senior Employment Counsel in Australia, you will be the primary in-house employment law adviser to our Canadian operations, supporting both our corporate workforce and the operational, site-based teams behind our data centres. This is a broad, hands-on role spanning the full employment lifecycle - from day-to-day advice and policy through to disputes, investigations and workforce change - together with the review and negotiation of HR-related commercial contracts. While your focus will be on Canada, you will also contribute to cross-border matters across our operations in the United States, Australia and other regions.
Job requirements - Qualified to practise law in Canada and in good standing, with admission in British Columbia (or the ability to become admitted).
- At least 8 years' post-qualification experience in Canadian employment and labour law.
- In-house experience preferred, but not essential.
- Strong working knowledge of federal and provincial employment law, particularly British Columbia.
- Experience advising on both corporate/white-collar and operational/blue-collar workforces desirable.
- Experience reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts, particularly HR-related agreements.
- Exposure to cross-border or multi-jurisdictional employment matters (United States and/or EMEA) advantageous.
- Excellent judgement and commercial acumen, with the ability to translate complex legal issues into practical business advice.
- Able to work autonomously and manage a broad, varied workload in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, comfortable partnering with HR and business teams.
Job responsibilities - Advising on the full employment lifecycle - recruitment, onboarding, performance management, discipline, restructures, terminations and post-employment obligations - across IREN's Canadian corporate and data centre workforce.
- Providing practical, risk-based advice on Canadian federal and provincial employment and labour law (with a focus on British Columbia), including employment standards, human rights, occupational health and safety, privacy, and workers' compensation.
- Drafting, reviewing and updating employment contracts, offer letters, restrictive covenants, policies, handbooks and other workforce documentation.
- Managing employment complaints, investigations, disputes and litigation, and instructing and supervising external counsel where required.
- Supporting workforce change initiatives, including restructures, redundancies, and the employment aspects of corporate and asset transactions.
- Advising on occupational health and safety compliance relevant to data centre operations and site-based teams.
- Reviewing and negotiating HR-related commercial contracts (for example recruitment, staffing, payroll, benefits, immigration and HR technology agreements).
- Partnering with HR and business leaders on day-to-day people matters, and training and upskilling stakeholders on employment law risk.
- Monitoring legislative and case law developments across relevant jurisdictions and updating policies and practices accordingly.
- Contributing to cross-border employment matters across IREN's United States, Australian and other operations as required.
Job benefits At IREN, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support your health, well-being, and long-term success. Our Canada package for hourly paid positions includes:
Compensation
- Base salary starting between $210,000 - $230,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and market data for the region.
- Total Compensation package may be inclusive of annual incentive bonus, and equity (long-term incentive)
Health & Wellness
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage - 100% company paid for employees and dependents
- Company-paid life and disability insurance
- Voluntary life and critical illness coverage available
- Employee Assistance Program and virtual health care platform
Financial Well-Being
- RRSP with company match
- Voluntary TFSA
Time Off & Flexibility
- 3 weeks annually for vacation and paid holidays
- Flexible Work Arrangements
Growth & Development
- Opportunities for advancement and internal mobility
- Training and personal development opportunities
Lifestyle & Culture
- Company events and team-building activities
