Pinnacle is exclusively recruiting a Senior Legal Counsel to join the dynamic team at Payworks. Reporting to the General Counsel & Privacy Officer, you will serve as a trusted legal advisor, delivering practical and strategic counsel on a wide range of technology, commercial and business matters.
If you’re a highly skilled, self-motivated legal professional seeking to make a meaningful impact at a fast-growing Canadian company, we want to hear from you. Apply today by sending your resume to Dan!
ABOUT PAYWORKS INC.
Our client, Payworks Inc., is a leading Canadian provider of cloud-based workforce management solutions, proudly serving businesses nationwide. Headquartered in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Payworks delivers a comprehensive suite of integrated services—including Payroll, Human Resources, Time and Absence Management, and Employee Self Service. With a strong commitment to innovation, accuracy, and client service, Payworks empowers organizations of all sizes to streamline operations and manage their people with confidence.
Recognized as a Platinum Club member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, Payworks is known for fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture rooted in integrity, excellence, and continuous improvement.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
* Legal Advisory: Partner with technology, sales, and business teams to provide guidance on complex commercial and technology-related matters.
* Contract Management: Draft, review, and negotiate a range of agreements including software, cloud services, data/AI, licensing, vendor, and client contracts (e.g., NDAs, MSAs, SOWs, RFPs).
* Strategic Negotiation: Lead negotiations, assess legal risks, and develop creative, business-aligned solutions.
* Stakeholder Collaboration: Build trusted relationships with internal teams, external partners, and advisors.
* Compliance & Best Practices: Monitor regulatory changes, industry trends, and update legal templates, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance and innovation.
* Legal Operations Support: Provide legal input on internal processes, vendor risk, training, and technology-related initiatives.
* External Counsel Management: Coordinate with external legal advisors as needed.
* Special Projects: Contribute to strategic initiatives and projects that advance business goals and objectives.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
* 8+ years of post-call legal experience in a law firm or corporate in-house role.
* Bachelor of Law (LL.B.) or Juris Doctor (J.D.). from an accredited Canadian university; licensed in Manitoba (or eligible for transfer).
* Deep knowledge of technology and commercial law; experience in payroll or financial services is an asset.
* Strong negotiation, analytical, and business acumen.
* Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, progressive, evolving environment.
* Excellent communication, relationship-building, and collaboration skills.
* Commitment to ongoing learning and development.
* Bilingualism (French/English) is a plus.
If you’re a highly skilled, self-motivated legal professional seeking to make a meaningful impact at a fast-growing Canadian company, we want to hear from you. Apply today by sending your resume to Dan!
ABOUT PAYWORKS INC.
Our client, Payworks Inc., is a leading Canadian provider of cloud-based workforce management solutions, proudly serving businesses nationwide. Headquartered in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Payworks delivers a comprehensive suite of integrated services—including Payroll, Human Resources, Time and Absence Management, and Employee Self Service. With a strong commitment to innovation, accuracy, and client service, Payworks empowers organizations of all sizes to streamline operations and manage their people with confidence.
Recognized as a Platinum Club member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, Payworks is known for fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture rooted in integrity, excellence, and continuous improvement.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
* Legal Advisory: Partner with technology, sales, and business teams to provide guidance on complex commercial and technology-related matters.
* Contract Management: Draft, review, and negotiate a range of agreements including software, cloud services, data/AI, licensing, vendor, and client contracts (e.g., NDAs, MSAs, SOWs, RFPs).
* Strategic Negotiation: Lead negotiations, assess legal risks, and develop creative, business-aligned solutions.
* Stakeholder Collaboration: Build trusted relationships with internal teams, external partners, and advisors.
* Compliance & Best Practices: Monitor regulatory changes, industry trends, and update legal templates, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance and innovation.
* Legal Operations Support: Provide legal input on internal processes, vendor risk, training, and technology-related initiatives.
* External Counsel Management: Coordinate with external legal advisors as needed.
* Special Projects: Contribute to strategic initiatives and projects that advance business goals and objectives.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
* 8+ years of post-call legal experience in a law firm or corporate in-house role.
* Bachelor of Law (LL.B.) or Juris Doctor (J.D.). from an accredited Canadian university; licensed in Manitoba (or eligible for transfer).
* Deep knowledge of technology and commercial law; experience in payroll or financial services is an asset.
* Strong negotiation, analytical, and business acumen.
* Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, progressive, evolving environment.
* Excellent communication, relationship-building, and collaboration skills.
* Commitment to ongoing learning and development.
* Bilingualism (French/English) is a plus.
