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Employment Counsel, Canada & International

StackAdaptCanadaLegal Dept
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Job type
Full-time
Posted
20 Aug 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

StackAdapt is looking for an Employment Counsel to join the growing Legal team in Canada. This role focuses on supporting the employment law function across Canadian provinces and key international markets for professionals with relevant legal experience.

Role Overview

Reporting to the Senior Director, Employment Counsel, this position is well-suited to an employment lawyer with three or more years of hands-on experience. The professional will take on broad ownership across advisory work, compliance, dispute resolution, and cross-functional projects at a fast-growing global technology company. Working closely with the People and Culture team and business leaders, the counsel will manage the full employment lifecycle from hiring through to termination while helping build scalable and compliant frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day employment law advisory support across Canada and international jurisdictions like the UK, Germany, Australia, and Singapore.
Manage and help resolve employment standards complaints, human rights complaints, and demand letters while supporting litigation strategy.
Partner with the People and Culture team on workplace investigations, performance management, accommodations, leaves of absence, and terminations.
Draft and maintain employment agreements, policies, and handbooks across supported regions.
Support key compliance projects and help establish sustainable processes for legal and people teams as the company scales.
Identify and lead opportunities to use artificial intelligence tools to improve speed and quality in advice, drafting, and research.

Requirements

Minimum of three or more years of relevant employment law experience, including time at a law firm advising on Canadian employment matters and handling litigation.
Called to the bar in at least one Canadian province, with Ontario preferred, and in good standing.
Strong working knowledge of Canadian employment and human rights legislation.
Excellent judgment to balance legal risk with practical, business-oriented advice.
Strong project management skills and comfort managing high-volume concurrent matters.
Clear communication skills to distill complex legal issues for non-lawyers.
Comfort working in a fast-paced environment with a genuine curiosity about applying artificial intelligence tools to legal work.

Nice to Have

Experience with international jurisdictions such as the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Singapore, or Germany.

Skills and Tools

Canadian employment and human rights legislation expertise
Employment dispute resolution and litigation support
Contract drafting and workplace policy management
Artificial intelligence tools for legal research, drafting, triage, and workflow automation
Project management and stakeholder communication

Salary and Benefits

Base salary range of $114,400 to $157,300 CAD, determined by experience, technical skills, knowledge, and budget alignment
Global retirement, 401K, or pension savings plans
Competitive paid time off packages, including birthdays off
Mental health care program access and health benefits from day one
Work from home reimbursements and optional global WeWork membership
Robust training, professional development support, and parental leave program

About the Company

StackAdapt is a leading technology company that empowers marketers to reach, engage, and convert audiences using an AI-powered marketing platform. Recognized as a top workplace, StackAdapt fosters a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative team environment focused on innovation and high-performing advertising campaigns.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should visit the official StackAdapt careers page to submit an application and review further details.

Questions candidates ask

What is the location requirement for this role?

This is a remote position open to candidates located in Canada.

How many years of experience are required?

Candidates must have a minimum of three or more years of relevant employment law experience.

What are the bar admission requirements?

Applicants must be called to the bar in at least one Canadian province, with Ontario preferred, and remain in good standing.

What is the base salary range for the Employment Counsel position?

The base salary band ranges from $114,400 to $157,300 CAD, depending on factors like experience and qualifications.

How is artificial intelligence used in this role?

AI tools are utilized to accelerate legal research, draft memos and policies, triage incoming matters, build internal playbooks, and support process automation.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official StackAdapt careers page.

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