Bennett Jones, an internationally recognized Canadian law firm, has been selected as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers for 2012. The Top 100 Employers is a national competition conducted by Mediacorp Canada to recognize employers that lead their industries in offering exceptional workplaces for their employees. Bennett Jones is one of only two law firms included in the Top 100 list.
"We are delighted and deeply honoured by this award," says Hugh MacKinnon, Chairman and CEO of Bennett Jones. "We recognize that a law firm environment is highly demanding, and our priority is to provide employees with benefits and programs that contribute to their well being. This award is a remarkable testament to our people, their dedication, teamwork and mutual respect."
The selection of Canada's Top 100 Employers is based on an extensive review process by Mediacorp Canada that evaluates employers against key criteria including physical workplace; work and social atmosphere; health, financial and family benefits; vacation and time off; employee communications; performance management; training and skills development; and community involvement. Employers are compared to other organizations in their field to determine which offers the most progressive and forward-thinking programs.
Bennett Jones has also been ranked as one of Canada's Best Employers for nine consecutive years.
Bennett Jones is an internationally recognized Canadian law firm founded and focused on principles of professional excellence, integrity, respect and independent thought. Our firm's leadership position is reflected in the law we practise, the groundbreaking work we do, the client relationships we have and the quality of our people.