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 AS A SENIOR LEGAL COUNSEL:
* 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 IN A SENIOR LEGAL COUNSEL:
* 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.
APPLY NOW!
Send a resume (quoting job number #22457) to Dan LaBelle, Senior Recruitment Consultant and Trainer at [email protected]
ABOUT PINNACLE:
Does your current job harness your full potential? As a leading recruitment firm in Manitoba with 25 industry-specialized recruiters, Pinnacle can help. Think of Pinnacle as a personal shopper: First, we get to know you — your experience, skills, career goals, and desired work culture. Next, we pick the best career opportunities from an exclusive list, many of which you will never see advertised.
Finally, once you (and our clients) have found a perfect fit, Pinnacle helps you with the details to ensure a smooth transition. Best of all, we offer this service at no cost to you. When you’re prepared to take the next step in your career, Pinnacle will be ready.
Please be advised, Pinnacle is unable to provide sponsorships for applicants outside of Canada.
Still searching for opportunities? If this role for a SENIOR LEGAL COUNSEL isn’t the right fit, our recruiters are seeking talent for plenty of other jobs in Winnipeg and surrounding areas. Visit our website where we post exciting new openings every week.
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 AS A SENIOR LEGAL COUNSEL:
* 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 IN A SENIOR LEGAL COUNSEL:
* 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.
APPLY NOW!
Send a resume (quoting job number #22457) to Dan LaBelle, Senior Recruitment Consultant and Trainer at [email protected]
ABOUT PINNACLE:
Does your current job harness your full potential? As a leading recruitment firm in Manitoba with 25 industry-specialized recruiters, Pinnacle can help. Think of Pinnacle as a personal shopper: First, we get to know you — your experience, skills, career goals, and desired work culture. Next, we pick the best career opportunities from an exclusive list, many of which you will never see advertised.
Finally, once you (and our clients) have found a perfect fit, Pinnacle helps you with the details to ensure a smooth transition. Best of all, we offer this service at no cost to you. When you’re prepared to take the next step in your career, Pinnacle will be ready.
Please be advised, Pinnacle is unable to provide sponsorships for applicants outside of Canada.
Still searching for opportunities? If this role for a SENIOR LEGAL COUNSEL isn’t the right fit, our recruiters are seeking talent for plenty of other jobs in Winnipeg and surrounding areas. Visit our website where we post exciting new openings every week.
