Manager, Workplace & Institutional Investigations

Mortimer Khoraych is a leading law firm focused exclusively on providing third-party independent investigation, culture assessment and restoration services. We specialize in complex, sensitive and high-stakes matters. We are home to a diverse group of friendly investigation lawyers who possess a depth and breadth of expertise. We promote a culture of growth, innovation and excellence.

Our team investigates workplace and institutional complaints involving allegations of discrimination, including micro-aggressions, Anti-Black/Anti-Indigenous racism, and unconscious bias, harassment, including sexual and human rights-based harassment, retaliation/reprisal, workplace bullying, abuse of power/authority, conflict of interest and other policy or legislative breaches.

We pride ourselves on producing comprehensive investigation reports that provide Answers That Matter and which Stand up to Scrutiny.

Mortimer Khoraych is seeking a full-time Manager, Workplace and Institutional Investigations with at least three years of managerial experience overseeing a team of investigators to join our growing practice. Labour and employment law experience is considered an asset.

As the Investigations Manager, you will be in a leadership role reporting directly to the Managing Principal. You will lead a team of investigators, while also conducting your own limited investigations. You will engage with interesting, important, and at times complex and critical files. You will work both autonomously and collaboratively with team members.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage a team of 7-10 Investigators.
• Ensure adherence to ethical, legal, and organizational standards in all investigations.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and support to team members, fostering a collaborative, engaging and productive work environment.
• Coach, develop and train Investigators; oversee and assess performance.
• Develop and monitor KPIs for each investigator.
• Delegate tasks, set objectives, and ensure the effective delivery of high-quality investigations, reports and client service.
• Working with clients directly, manage and coordinate intake, triaging and assignment of new files.
• Conduct Investigations in a fair, thorough and trauma-informed manner, including.
• Conduct Culture Assessments
• Provide consulting services to clients regarding their internal investigations
• Participate in Firm meetings, training and other initiatives
• Engage in business development activities, such as speaking engagements and training

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience managing workplace and institutional investigators.
• Proven ability to inspire, motivate and coach investigators to support successful performance.
• Labour/employment law experience is considered a significant asset.
• Strong understanding of the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act, the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Canada Labour Code and Regulations, and the Canada Human Rights Act.
• Demonstrable case-management, fact-finding, and analytical/evidence assessment skills in the context of conducting workplace investigations.
• Strong grasp of rules of evidence and credibility assessments.

Effective problem-solving skills.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong client management skills and impeccably service oriented.
• Excellent time and energy management skills, and ability to prioritize competing demands and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent attention to detail, nuance and accuracy.
• Excellent writing and report drafting skills.
• Professional, disciplined, motivated, a self-starter and accountable.
• Ability to work independently in a remote work environment.
• Ability to travel throughout Ontario and nationally at times.
• Bilingualism is considered an asset.
• A licensed Lawyer member of the Law Society of Ontario in good standing.

Working with Us:

Our workplace culture is focused on developing and supporting the best Investigation Lawyers, both in and outside the office. We provide a friendly, respectful and engaging work environment, where you will get to know your colleagues, in addition to receiving regular support and mentoring. We also support our team by organizing regular social events, providing generous vacation entitlements and generally celebrating life's milestones. Our firm is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

We offer:

• Annual base salary of $145,000 $180,000, commensurate with experience
• Participation in the Firms bonus plan
• Participation in Defined Benefit Pension plan
• Paid vacation and wellness days
• Extended Health and Dental Benefits
• And more

Qualified candidates should apply in confidence by submitting a cover letter, resume/CV, and two writing samples (redacted investigation reports preferred) through the Firms recruitment portal by Friday July 25, 2025.

We are committed to maintaining an inclusive work environment comprised of people with diverse perspectives, backgrounds, identities and cultures. Mortimer Khoraych encourages qualified applicants from marginalized/equity seeking groups, or those who would contribute to the further diversification of our firm, to apply.

If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please let us know.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those progressing further in the recruitment process will be contacted.