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Senior Legal Counsel

3 months ago


Vernon, Canada Payworks Inc. Full time

Doing business to business, person to person.Payworks is a leading workforce management solutions provider and multi-year winner of the Canada’s Best Managed Companies program. We are proud to be Canadian owned and operated as well as committed to developing world-class products and providing a progressive workplace culture where Doing Right by Peopleis our purpose.

With clients of all sizes from coast to coast and more than 500 employees, we currently have an exciting opportunity on our Legal & Privacyteam for the right candidate. Because when it comes to great people, there’s always room for one more.

DOING RIGHT BY PEOPLE – IT’S WHAT WE DO

Payworks’ Legal & Privacy team is responsible for the legal, privacy, compliance and governance matters atPayworks. We are growing and this is an exciting and unique opportunity to join a dynamic technology company Reporting to the General Counsel & Privacy Officer, the Senior Legal Counsel will provide practical, effective and timely legal services to Payworks on a variety of matters as well as contribute towards the development, implementation and management of Payworks’ legal, privacy, compliance and governance programs and procedures. If you are someone that is seeking an opportunity to join a dynamic legal & privacy team, gain expertise in wide-ranging legal work, and to make a significant impact on Payworks’ business and our community, then please read on

WHY YOU SHOULD CHOOSE PAYWORKS
  • Comprehensive employer paid benefits for you and your family and excellent pension plan with employer contributions.
  • Plenty of professional development opportunities.
  • Community-minded culture – Receive two paid days per year to volunteer and lots of opportunity to “Pay it Forward”.
  • Time and flexibility to meet your needs –Hybrid work model with flexible work options, plus 3 weeks vacation to start, flex time and parental leave benefits.
  • Cool perks – Annual wellness subsidy, Costco membership, fun office environment and events, and more
PROVIDE TIMELY SUPPORT & GUIDANCE– IT’S WHAT YOU’LL DO
  • Deliver First-Rate Legal Support– Employing your background and experience, you will provide day to day legal advice and support in a range of areas, with a focus on corporate & commercial matters, including the following: 1) Drafting, reviewing and/or negotiating various corporate, commercial and transactional contracts and agreements, such as services, vendor, partner, confidentiality, sponsorship, technology, intellectual property, and real property agreements;2) Supporting business transactions, including acquisitions and financings; 3) Drafting, reviewing and advising on a variety of employment and privacy matters and agreements; and 4) Coordinating with external counsel of a variety of matters.
  • Update & Inform– You will lead and support the continual review of legal, privacy, compliance and governance policies, processes, procedures and materials to ensure we stay on the leading edge. Leveraging your excellent communication skills, you will provide legal guidance by liaising with key internal and external stakeholders as required on legal, compliance and governance matters – this includes educating and providing support through the delivery of related training presentations and continuous interactions.
  • Champion High-Quality Compliance– You will track regulatory requirements related to our business; monitor current and emerging industry, legal, privacy, compliance and governance best practices and trends; perform compliance impact assessments and inquires; and assist with risk management policies, procedures and programs to ensure regulatory compliance.
  • Make an Impact– You will also have the opportunity to complete special and strategic projects that matter to our business and other duties as assigned by the General Counsel & Privacy Officer.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED
  • Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) or Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited Canadian university.
  • Member in good standing with the Law Society of Manitoba or other Canadian jurisdiction, with the ability to transfer.
  • 5-8 years’ experience as a practicing lawyer in a law firm or in-house legal department.
  • Broad legal experience and knowledge in the areas of corporate & commercial law. Background and experience in the areas of technology and intellectual property law is also an asset.
  • Ability to provide legal advice on complex, time-sensitive issues.
  • Sound judgement and business acumen.
  • Ability to understand, interpret, explain and provide legal advice on key legislation and regulations.
  • Excellent analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to recognize, investigate and assess legal implications, to identify related business ramifications and to develop innovative solutions.
  • Excellent organization, time management and project management skills.
  • Superior written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to handle a high volume of work in a competing priority environment.
  • Commitment to continuous learning.
  • Ability to work independently as well as cooperatively and constructively in a team environment.
  • Ability to build strong relationships, support, and collaborate with all stakeholders at Payworks.
  • A high degree of professionalism, business judgment and personal ethics, integrity, and responsibility.
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).
BONUS SKILL SET
  • Experience with and knowledge of employment and privacy law is an asset.
  • Knowledge of payroll and financial industry & related laws and regulations is an asset.
  • Written and oral fluency in both official languages (French/English) an asset.

We are proud to support a hybrid work model that allows employees, in collaboration with their leader, to choose the work location that best suits their work and lifestyle. The Senior Legal Counsel reports into the Payworks office in Winnipeg, however has the option to work in the office or on a hybrid work model.

Payworks is committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, and collaborating with employees, clients and guests to identify and effectively remove barriers, in a manner that respects the principles of independence, dignity, integration, reasonable accommodation and equal opportunity. Payworks welcomes and encourages applications from all persons. Individuals applying for employment with Payworks may request accommodations at all stages of recruitment and employment from Human Resources.

Does this sound like the right fit for you? To apply, simply visit the careers section of payworks.ca and complete your application by July 12, 2024.

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