Conseiller(ère) juridique principal(e) – Droit du travail / Principal Legal Counsel, Employment Law
Saint-Laurent, Canada Job ID JR0139563 Category Counsel, Compliance & Legal Post Date Nov. 20, 2025McKesson, l’une des 10 premières entreprises du classement Fortune Global 500, touche à pratiquement tous les aspects des soins de santé et s’emploie à faire une réelle différence. Nous sommes reconnus pour notre capacité à offrir un savoir, des produits et des services qui rendent les soins de qualité plus accessibles et plus abordables. Chez nous, la santé, le bonheur et le bien-être de nos gens et des personnes que nous desservons sont prioritaires—et nous tiennent à cœur.
Ce que tu fais chez McKesson a de l’importance. Nous favorisons une culture où tu peux t’épanouir et avoir un impact, et où tu es encouragé à proposer de nouvelles idées. Ensemble, nous façonnons l’avenir de la santé pour nos patients, nos communautés et nos équipes. Si tu souhaites dès aujourd’hui contribuer à la santé de demain, nous aimerions avoir de tes nouvelles.
McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care.
What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you.
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Modalité de travail :
Ce poste est hybride et exige que les candidats travaillent sur site au moins deux jours par semaine dans l’un de nos bureaux désignés. Les autres jours peuvent être travaillés à distance, selon les besoins de l’équipe et de l’entreprise.
Résumé du poste :
Le poste de Conseiller(ère) juridique principal(e) – Droit du travail est responsable de fournir des conseils stratégiques et de gérer les services juridiques de l’entreprise en matière de droit du travail et de l’emploi. Il/elle jouera un rôle clé dans le respect des lois fédérales et provinciales régissant les opérations de l’entreprise, et développera de manière proactive des politiques, des modèles et des procédures en collaboration avec le département des ressources humaines ainsi que les différents leaders d’affaires. Plus précisément, le Conseiller juridique principal devra :
Fournir des conseils stratégiques à l’entreprise sur les questions de droit du travail et de l’emploi, tout en assurant la cohérence avec les objectifs stratégiques et commerciaux de McKesson ;
Établir et maintenir des relations influentes au sein de l’entreprise, en agissant comme conseiller de confiance et partenaire stratégique ;
Mettre en place un cadre juridique minimisant les risques de responsabilité liés à l’emploi et les risques juridiques associés à l’exécution du plan stratégique ;
Aborder les questions juridiques complexes avec créativité et prévoyance, en anticipant les tendances et risques futurs ;
Collaborer efficacement avec les autres fonctions corporatives, y compris le groupe corporatif de l’emploi et des avantages sociaux de McKesson, pour s’aligner sur les initiatives de l’entreprise ;
Faire preuve de la plus grande intégrité, conformément aux principes ICARE et ILEAD, en établissant une norme de conduite professionnelle et éthique au sein de l’organisation.
Responsabilités spécifiques :
Collaborer avec les leaders des unités d’affaires et les professionnels RH pour fournir des conseils à valeur ajoutée sur les risques juridiques liés à l’emploi et prendre des mesures préventives ;
Gérer et superviser les avocats externes dans la défense des litiges liés à l’emploi ;
Représenter l’entreprise ponctuellement devant les agences administratives ;
Agir comme expert juridique pour les projets d’envergure canadienne visant à réduire les risques juridiques liés à l’emploi ;
Accomplir d’autres tâches à la demande du Vice-président, Affaires réglementaires ;
Assurer la prestation rapide des services juridiques nécessaires à la gestion quotidienne des activités ;
Rédiger, examiner et négocier les principaux contrats liés à l’emploi et conseiller sur les questions d’emploi dans le cadre de fusions, acquisitions et cessions ;
Fournir des conseils juridiques stratégiques et un leadership éclairé sur les questions de droit du travail ;
Veiller à la mise en œuvre des politiques de l’entreprise en collaboration avec le département de la conformité ;
Représenter le service juridique dans des équipes interfonctionnelles pour des projets spéciaux (mise en œuvre de législation, nouveaux services ou produits, gestion des risques).
Qualifications minimales :
Diplôme en droit d’une université reconnue ;
Membre du Barreau de l’Ontario ;
13+ années d’expérience en droit du travail, dont au moins 8 ans dans un rôle juridique stratégique dans les secteurs de la santé ou du commerce de détail.
Compétences clés :
Reconnu comme une autorité en droit du travail, avec un excellent sens juridique et des capacités de résolution de problèmes innovantes. Une expérience mixte en cabinet et en entreprise est un atout ;
Capacité à penser de manière analytique et créative, avec une approche proactive et innovante du droit du travail. Anticipe les tendances et conséquences futures ;
Capacité démontrée à mettre en œuvre des initiatives stratégiques en matière d’emploi dans une organisation complexe et matricielle. Incarne les valeurs I2CARE de McKesson ;
Compétences interpersonnelles et d’influence efficaces : le juriste doit pouvoir mettre en œuvre des stratégies d’emploi de manière proactive ;
Capacité à équilibrer les risques juridiques avec les besoins et objectifs commerciaux ;
Reconnu comme un négociateur efficace ;
Compétences avérées en leadership, avec des aptitudes exceptionnelles en communication et en relations interpersonnelles. Le bilinguisme anglais/français est un atout important ;
Maturité, professionnalisme, enthousiasme, sens de l’organisation et pragmatisme, avec une capacité à prendre des décisions éclairées dans un environnement complexe.
Work Arrangement: This is a hybrid position requiring candidates to work on-site at least 2 days per week at either of our designated office locations. The remaining days may be worked remotely, subject to team and business needs.
Job Summary:
The Principal Legal Counsel, Employment Law position is responsible for providing strategic counsel and managing legal services to the company on labour and employment law matters. He/she will be a key player in ensuring compliance with federal and provincial employment laws governing the company’s operations and will proactively develop policies, templates and procedures in collaboration with the human resources department as well as the various business leaders. More specifically, the Principal Legal Counsel will:
Provide strategic advice and guidance to the company on employment and labour law issues while ensuring consistency with McKesson's strategic and business objectives
Build and maintain influential relationships across the business, serving as a trusted advisor and strategic partner
Establish a legal framework that minimizes exposure for employment liability and legal risk associated with the execution of the business’ strategic plan
Address complex legal issues with creativity and foresight, leveraging legal expertise to anticipate future trends and risks
Collaborate and consult effectively with other corporate functions including the McKesson corporate employment and benefits group to align on enterprise initiatives where appropriate
Demonstrate the highest integrity consistent with ICARE and ILEAD principles, setting a benchmark for professional and ethical conduct within the organization
Specific Responsibilities:
Collaborate with business unit leaders and business unit human resources professionals to ensure delivery of added-value advice regarding employment law risks arising in their work groups and take preventative action to head off potential problems
Responsible for the management and oversight of outside counsel in the defense of employment litigation
Represent the company from time to time as advocate in administrative agency proceedings
Assist as legal expert for Canada enterprise-wide projects that reduce employment law risk for the organization
Carry out other duties as may be requested by the Vice President, Regulatory Affairs
Ensures the timely provision of legal services required for the day-to-day management of business activities by the law department
Develops, drafts, reviews and negotiates key employment-related agreements and advises on employment issues related to mergers, acquisitions and divestitures
Provides strategic legal counsel and thought leadership on employment and labour matters
Ensures that company policies are implemented in collaboration with the Compliance department
Legal representative in cross-functional teams to address special projects, such as implementation of legislation, new services or products and risk management
Minimum Qualifications:
Law degree from a recognized university
Member of the Ontario Bar
13+ years employment law experience, with a minimum of 8 years in a strategic legal role within health or retail sectors
Key Competencies:
Recognized as an authority in employment law with a proven track record of outstanding legal acumen and innovative problem-solving capabilities. A mix of law firm and in-house experience is a plus
Ability to think analytically and creatively and to problem solve, with a focus on current, innovative and proactive approaches to employment and labour law. Anticipates future trends and consequences; has broad and deep legal knowledge and perspective
Demonstrated ability to implement strategic employment initiatives in a complex, matrixed organization. Exemplify McKesson’s I2CARE values in all interactions
Effective interpersonal and influencing skills: in order to be successful, the lawyer in this role must be able to proactively implement employment strategies in a highly matrixed organization
Ability to weigh and balance legal risk with business needs and goals
Recognized as an effective negotiator
Proven leadership capabilities with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Bilingualism in English and French is a strong asset
Mature, professional, enthusiastic, organized and pragmatic with sound decision-making skills, capable of functioning effectively in a complex environment
We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.
McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer
McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees and is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age or genetic information. For additional information on McKesson’s full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.
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