Legal Counsel

Penn-co is founded on the principles of inspiring and empowering communities to build a brighter future. We strive to collaborate with community leaders to achieve their goals, advocate for their needs, and provide them with the tools and resources necessary to drive positive change.

Are you looking for an exciting and challenging career path? Are you passionate about construction and building on your future? Join us if you're ready to contribute to a legacy of positive change and community development. We are committed to providing opportunities for development for our employees in our growing organization.

**Legal Counsel**

Penn-co Construction, a leading construction company is actively seeking a skilled Legal Counsel to enhance our team at the Steinbach office. As the Legal Counselyou will be integral in reviewing and managing contracts, assessing legal risks, and overseeing insurance. Your role will include working on construction contracts, coordinating dispute resolutions, and liaising with project managers and external legal counsel. Penn-co offers an excellent benefits package and competitive salary. If you are looking to join a leader in the construction industry and bring projects to life, then this may be the perfect fit for you.

**Responsibilities**:

- Provide legal advice and guidance on a wide range corporate legal matters.
- Lead, structure, draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
- Provide timely legal advice regarding all legal issues facing the company so as to ensure compliance with federal, provincial, and local laws and all contractual relationships.
- Conduct legal research to monitor legal developments and changes to legislation.
- Develop and implement effective legal strategies; offer creative solutions to mitigate risk.
- Manage and coordinate insurance policy renewals and project-specific insurance.
- Handle dispute resolutions and collaborate with external legal counsel.

**Qualifications**:

- Bachelor of Law or Juris Doctor degree and be in good standing with the Law Society of Manitoba.
- Minimum of three years of legal experience, either practicing as a lawyer in a law firm or serving in a legal role within a corporate setting.
- Experience in conflict resolution and legal negotiations.
- Strong negotiation, research, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient in coordinating with multiple stakeholders.

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Life insurance
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

- Steinbach, MB (required)

Work Location: In person