Director, Legal Counsel - Employment

Cronos Group is an innovative global cannabinoid company committed to building disruptive intellectual property by advancing cannabis research, technology, and product development. With a passion to responsibly elevate the consumer experience, Cronos is building an iconic brand portfolio. Cronos' diverse international brand portfolio includes Spinach®, PEACE NATURALS® and Lord Jones®. For more information about Cronos and its brands, please visit: https://thecronosgroup.com. At Cronos, we hire talented people who thrive on solving difficult problems and give them the opportunity to hone new skills and approaches. If you want to play a part in shaping an innovative industry and help build a historically significant company, we want to meet you. If you are quick on your feet, collaborative and specialize in employment law then this is the job for you! As the Director, Legal Counsel - Employment you will provide practical, business-focused legal advice and guidance to senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders on a wide range of employment matters in Canada and the U.S. This position reports to the Deputy General Counsel, Head of Litigation. The position is based out of Ontario, Canada and is currently remote. What you'll be doing:

• Provide legal advice on employment matters, including hiring, performance management, discipline, terminations, restructurings, and compliance with Canadian and U.S. employment laws and regulations
• Partner with senior leadership on executive employment matters, including executive compensation and employment-related issues
• Manage employment-related disputes and claims, including overseeing external counsel and coordinating strategy, risk assessment, and resolution
• Lead or oversee workplace investigations; review investigative plans and reports to ensure thoroughness, completeness, and defensibility
• Draft and review employment documentation and related materials (e.g., employment agreements, separation agreements, policies, templates)
• Monitor changes in employment laws and regulations; provide updates and recommend improvements to company policies and practices
• Prepare responses to regulatory, audit, and third-party requests, including document production and related submissions
• Research and prepare legal briefs and memoranda on employment law issues
• Monitor changes in employment laws and regulations and advise on updates to company policies and practices
• Collaborate with Human Resources to develop and implement policies, processes, and provide guidance on employment matters
• Work closely with the broader Legal team and cross-functional partners to support business objectives
• Manage the Company's Conflict of Interest policy and Code of Business Conduct and Ethics
• Deliver annual training on the Code for all employees
• Provide advice and guidance on compliance with employee privacy laws and related issues

You'll need to have:

• LLB/JD and admitted to the Bar of Ontario (or significant experience with Ontario employment laws and procedures)
• At least 5 years of in-house or law firm experience (in-house experience in a mixed manufacturing, agricultural, and professional environment is a plus)
• Subject matter expertise in Canadian and U.S. employment and labor law
• Working knowledge of Canadian and E.U. privacy laws is a plus
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, writing and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
• Willingness to travel moderately, as needed
• Perform multiple tasks, work on short lead times and meet tight deadlines

Salary range: $180,000 - $200,000 (Ontario*) per year The actual compensation offered will be based on factors such as the candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, geographic location, applicable market data, internal equity, and business needs, and may vary within the stated range. This role may be eligible for bonus, incentive compensation, or other variable pay in accordance with applicable company plans. Cronos does not use artificial intelligence or automated decision-making tools in the screening or selection of applicants. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, and we welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities and people with diverse backgrounds, identities, and cultures. For candidates with disabilities, accommodations are available upon request in all phases of the selection process.