Senior Counsel (HR & Employment Law)

Hiring Manager: Ewan Christie

Talent Acquisition Advisor: Nancy Jbeily

Job Code Level: LGP6

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YOUR IMPACT

An exceptional opportunity has become available at OpenText for a Senior Counsel to join our in-house HR, Litigation, and Compliance legal team. Based out of Toronto and reporting to the VP & GC – HR, Litigation and Compliance, this strategic in-house counsel position is dedicated to supporting the organization’s legal needs with respect to HR and employment law while working with the broader legal and HR teams as well as business leaders.

The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, evolving organization and will be adept at connecting business strategy to legal work. They will serve as a trusted advisor to the business, providing guidance to mitigate organizational risk. This role supports OpenText’s Americas business, with an emphasis on US & Canadian employment law, and opportunity for exposure to international litigation matters.

WHAT THE ROLE OFFERS

• Manage and provide legal support for employment law and litigation matters, including collaborating and liaising with external counsel; reviewing and editing pleadings; attending mediations, examinations for discovery and, trials.
• Partner with HR and business stakeholders to advise on pre-litigation and litigation related matters, assisting with litigation strategy.
• Provide legal support for workplace and employment relations matters, including regulatory compliance; performance management; discipline and termination; harassment, discrimination, and reductions in force.
• Manage employment-related claims in the US & Canada, including active participation in mediations and litigation.
• Develop and/or review company employment policies, employment contracts, and communications.
• Deliver legal updates and training to Human Resources and business leaders with a view of educating and managing risks across the organization.
• Provide insight for other legal groups such as M&A, Commercial, or Corporate Counsel teams as needed.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

• J.D. and excellent academic credentials, membership in at least one provincial or state bar
• 6+ years of experience in US and/or Canadian HR and employment law from a law firm and/or in-house
• Dispute resolution and litigation experience
• Ability to manage multiple, complex issues at the same time over various business groups
• Ability to build credibility quickly and provide extensive legal expertise to challenging and
• complex business situations
• Expertise in evaluation and interpretation of legal issues with a high degree of organization, efficiency, and attention to detail

ONE LAST THING

OpenText is more than a corporation—it’s a global community built on trust, character, and purpose. Here, we act ethically, care deeply about people, and always put our customers first. We help teams succeed through collaboration, tackle challenges with resilience, and innovate with intention.

Join us on our mission to drive positive change through privacy, technology, and teamwork. At OpenText, we don’t just have a culture—we live our values. Choose us because you want to be part of a company that empowers you to make a meaningful impact.

OpenText’s efforts to build an inclusive work environment go beyond simply complying with applicable laws. Our Employment Equity and Diversity Policy provides direction on maintaining a working environment that is inclusive of everyone, regardless of culture, national origin, race, color, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, family status, age, veteran status, disability, religion, or other basis protected by applicable laws.

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