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

Mortimer Khoraych is seeking a full-time Investigations Associate with at least four years of workplace and/or institutional investigations experience to join our growing practice. Labour and employment law experience is considered an asset.

As an Investigations Associate, you will investigate 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 misconduct.

You will engage with interesting, important, and at times complex and high-stakes files. You will work both autonomously and collaboratively with team members, while leading your own investigations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct Investigations in a fair, thorough and trauma-informed manner, including:
• Conduct witness interviews;
• Identify and summarize allegations;
• Collect and assess relevant evidence; synthesize documents, data and other evidence collected;
• Assess and weigh the evidence in order to make findings of fact and credibility;
• Draft investigation reports;
• Assess the findings of fact against statutory requirements and client policies;
• Provide recommendations
• 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 article drafting or speaking engagements

Qualifications:

• 4+ years of experience conducting workplace and institutional investigations. Labour/employment law experience is considered a requirement.
• 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.
• Ability to synthesize large quantities of information and identify relevant evidence and facts efficiently; excellent attention to detail, nuance and accuracy.
• Excellent writing and report drafting 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.
• Professional, disciplined, motivated and a self-starter.
• Ability to work independently in a remote work environment.
• Ability to travel throughout Ontario and nationally at times.
• A licensed 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 lawyers 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 salary of $135,000 – $170,000, commensurate with experience
• Participation in the Firm’s bonus plan
• Vacation and wellness days
• Extended Health Benefits
• Pension plan
• Remote work
• Reasonable billable target
• And more

Qualified candidates should apply in confidence by submitting a cover letter, post-secondary transcripts, resume/CV, and two writing samples (redacted investigation reports preferred).

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.