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The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities). This is a preference competition. All applicants are encouraged to apply, however first consideration for this competition will be given to Indigenous people. Applicants are requested to self-declare at the time of application. An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months. Manitoba Prosecution Service is responsible for prosecuting most offences in Manitoba. These offenses are identified in provincial statutes, the federal Criminal Code of Canada and The Youth Criminal Justice Act. Manitoba Prosecution Service offers an attractive benefits package and a defined pension plan and provides opportunities for development. Conditions of Employment: Must be legally entitled to work in Canada Eligible for membership or membership (in good standing) with the Law Society of Manitoba Satisfactory Criminal Record Search, Adult Abuse Registry Check & Child Abuse Registry Check Enhanced Security Screening Evening and weekend work as required Ability to travel by road, air & small watercraft, including overnight stays and must have a valid Class 5 Manitoba Driver's License Qualifications: Essential: Litigation experience in the practice of criminal law including experience reviewing files for bail and disposition Superior verbal communication and presentation skills Superior written communication skills Superior interpersonal skills with an understanding of establishing and maintaining effective and professional working relationships Excellent analytical skills Effective case management and time management skills Ability to adapt, learn and grow through challenge, pressure or adversity (resilience) Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and work under pressure to meet workload demands and deadlines Ability to work independently including determining reasonable positions, reviewing, meeting and potentially resolving cases Ability to work in a team environment Experience and proficiency with computer software packages including legal research applications, MS Word and Outlook, PRISM or equivalents Desired: Prosecutions experience   Duties: As a Crown Attorney, you will provide prosecutorial service regarding matters arising under the Criminal Code of Canada and provincial statutes, in the provincial and superior courts. Other duties involve giving legal opinions, reviewing police reports and instructing police with respect to charges and investigations. The successful candidate will be expected to participate in community and other legal education in the areas of criminal law and procedures on behalf of Manitoba Prosecution Service. Duties include conducting an early review of custody files. The hours are anticipated to be from 4 pm-11 pm weeknights, alternating with a 12 hour (11.25 plus lunch) shift on weekends which may include some regular days to complete the workweek. The weekend work includes meeting with a Legal Aid Duty Counsel prior to the Bail Court docket on Saturday and Sunday to discuss potential release plans or resolutions. This will include matters that have been adjourned from Friday without appearing on a bail docket. Apply to: Advertisement # 36088 Service Centre 1 Human Resource Services 1130-405 Broadway Winnipeg, MB , R3C 3L6 Phone: 204-945-3204 Fax: 204-948-7373 Email: govjobs@gov.mb.ca   Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications. Please be advised that job competitions may be grieved and appealed. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative or the grievor, if unrepresented. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted. We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

The City of Winnipeg is a vibrant and dynamic organization with many opportunities! We offer a diverse and welcoming work environment that delivers quality services to our citizens. Senior Solicitor – Litigation Legal Services Department Posting No:  118938 Closing Date:   April 2, 2020 Job Profile The City of Winnipeg’s Legal Services Department works as a team in a highly supportive environment, focused on the delivery of a wide variety of legal services. The work is often challenging and unique. We are currently seeking a Senior Solicitor – Litigation to lead our litigation team, provide expert legal advice and conduct complex litigation on behalf of the City.  If you have superior litigation, communication and leadership skills, we are looking for you! As the  Senior Solicitor – Litigation   you will: Provide legal advice and opinions to the municipal corporation, Council and its committees, administrative departments and boards. Conduct complex and/or politically sensitive litigation in the Court of Queen’s Bench, Court of Appeal and Supreme Court of Canada. Appear on behalf of the City at hearings before administrative tribunals including the Municipal Board and the Land Valuation Appraisal Commission. Mentor and develop junior lawyers within the litigation group Monitor and direct the work of outside legal counsel conducting litigation matters on behalf of the city. Your education and qualifications include: Juris Doctor, Bachelor of Law or Master of Laws Degree. Member in good standing of the Law Society of Manitoba. A minimum of 10 years’ experience in the area of civil litigation. Related mentoring experience, preferably in legal field Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a wide variety of people. Conditions of employment: The successful applicant must maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada.  If the successful applicant possesses a work permit, it is their responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid. Member in good standing of the Law Society of Manitoba. CORE COMPETENCIES for ALL EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF WINNIPEG: Citizen & Customer Focus Respecting Diversity Ethics and Values Integrity and Trust Results Oriented How to Apply APPLY ONLINE , including all documentation listed below: Current resume AND/OR Application Form ( Required ).  Cover letter Applications submitted without REQUIRED documentation will not be considered. * Your application documents must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications of the position. * Notes Online applications can be submitted at http://www.winnipeg.ca/hr/ . For instructions on how to apply and how to attach required documents please refer to our FAQ's or contact 311.  The City of Winnipeg uses the Korn Ferry Leadership Architect Competency Model as part of the recruitment process. The salary range for this position is $4,159.09 - $5,602.61 Biweekly (Grade 8)*      We have great benefits and competitive salaries, and we are committed to ongoing learning and career development! WE SEEK DIVERSITY IN OUR WORKPLACE. INDIGENOUS PERSONS, WOMEN, VISIBLE MINORITIES, AND PERSONS WITH A DISABILITY ARE ENCOURAGED TO SELF-DECLARE. Only candidates selected for interviews on the Winnipeg lawyer job board will be contacted.  Requests for Reasonable Accommodation will be accepted during the hiring process.

The person hired for the position will join a fast-paced global team of lawyers and paralegals who provide legal counsel related to a variety of commercial legal matters to Cargill businesses across Canada.   No two days at this position look the same. The person hired will be curious, creative, and will enjoy the freedom to learn a wide variety of practice areas as our businesses grow and innovate, including preventative counseling; review, drafting and negotiation of commercial contracts; strategic counseling and advice; regulatory compliance counseling; claims resolution; litigation oversight; and deep engagement with Cargill’s Canadian commercial businesses.   This position requires excellent judgment, including the ability to recognize the business implications of decisions and develop solutions and counsel clients toward those solutions. Successful candidates will have excellent contracting skills and experience, strong communication skills and a strong orientation toward collaboration.   Principal Accountabilities   40% - Lead preparation, review and revisions of various commercial agreements. Lead process of gathering and integrating stakeholder input and regularly participate and lead negotiations. Communicate and counsel clients regarding commercial law aspects of transactions and other legal matters. Develop expertise in Cargill’s various businesses and relevant legal trends.   20% - Practice preventive law, including providing advice, training and education on Canadian law in areas such as competition, regulatory compliance, contracting, credit, corporate structuring, as well as assisting Cargill businesses on compliance with various company policies and procedures.   20% - Coordinate and collaborate with other members of the Cargill Law Department to provide legal advice in certain specialized areas such as environmental, employment/labor law, and intellectual property. Collaborate with M&A team for acquisitions and divestitures.   10% - Manage disputes and litigation relating to Cargill’s businesses on matters such as commercial litigation, product liability, and administrative law issues, including budgeting and managing outside counsel.   10% Miscellaneous projects/duties as assigned.     Qualifications   Minimum Required Qualifications Either a Juris Doctor (JD) or LLB degree License to practice law in any Canadian province Minimum of 3 years’ experience practicing as a lawyer Demonstrated ability to spot legal issues in areas such as: information technology, intellectual property, competition law, marketing, food law, federal and provincial regulatory matters, etc. Strong written and verbal communication skills Excellent contract analysis, drafting and negotiation skills Competent in conducting legal research Ability to work independently and be self-motivated Strong organization and execution skills and high impact execution Ability to serve as a strong business partner and proven history of building trust with others Collaboration with others to promote greater team work and outcomes for clients Demonstrated ability to operate in ambiguous situations Proven ability to manage conflict and strong problem-solving abilities Ability to manage conflicting priorities and be solutions-oriented Shows courage, resourcefulness and resilience Adapts quickly to change, suggests continuous process improvements and contributes to a positive and inclusive working environment Shows good judgment and commitment to Cargill's Code of Conduct and Guiding Principles Agile, nimble and adaptable to process changes Must be legally entitled to work for Cargill in Canada.   Preferred Qualifications Ability to influence at all levels within an organization and a strong history of coaching/developing others. Experience working with international teams Relevant legal experience in agriculture, food and commodities 3-10 years in legal practice     Cargill is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing accommodation to our job applicants with disabilities.

CL4 Clerk 4 Term/full-time April 1, 2021 Manitoba Justice Legal Services Branch, Crown Law Winnipeg MB Advertisement Number:  35902 Salary(s):   CL4 $1,855.28 - $2,113.38 bi-weekly Closing Date:   February 4, 2020 The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities). Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities. An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months. Legal Services Branch functions as the law firm to the Government of Manitoba.  It provides a full range of high quality legal services to all government departments and all agencies, boards, commissions, committees and corporations which do not have their own legal counsel, resulting in an interesting and varied work experience.  Legal Services Branch offers a positive working environment and supports flexible work arrangements to help employees balance career and family.  Continuous learning, development and training are supported and encouraged.  Conditions of Employment: Must be legally entitled to work in Canada Satisfactory Criminal Record Check Satisfactory Child Abuse Registry Check Satisfactory Adult Abuse Registry Check Satisfactory Enhanced Security Screening Qualifications: Essential: Extensive related experience performing a full range of legal assistant duties in a civil/family law environment, such as litigation, family law, child protection, corporate commercial and real estate; and performing support duties such as typing, maintaining filing systems, including research and investigative work Superior written communication skills with experience drafting, proofreading/editing and managing correspondence such as (but not limited to) letters, memos, forms and complex legal documents, such as agreements, transfers of title, closing books, orders, affidavits and briefs Problem-solving skills with the ability to conduct analysis and handle non-routine issues Political acumen including the ability to manage confidential and politically sensitive material/situations in an appropriate manner Excellent organizational and time management skills with ability to work in a high pressure and time sensitive environment to meet conflicting deadlines Ability to pay attention to detail and ensure accuracy of work Excellent verbal communication skills with the ability to speak in a clear and concise manner Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to interact effectively with Ministers, judiciary, senior managers, other departmental staff, external agencies and the general public Ability to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision Ability to work co-operatively and constructively as part of a team Experience with Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent programs Desired: Experience searching Land Titles, Personal Property Registry, Queen's Bench Registry and extra-provincial court registries Experience using Quicklaw and related internet searches Successful completion of a legal assistant training program   Duties: The Legal Assistant is often the first point of contact for clients on many different types of matters and provides administrative support to Crown Counsel. The position is responsible for providing support to two or more Crown counsel by: ensuring files are properly prepared and relevant information is located, analyzed, and brought to the attention of Crown counsel; making inquiries and conducting appropriate searches (e.g. at Court Offices, Land Titles and Registry Offices); preparing correspondence and legal documents, entering time data for legal billing system, scheduling meetings, making travel arrangements and other duties as assigned; maintaining files and document management systems, including organizing and indexing case law, legal opinions, files, precedents and other legal resources.  Apply to: Advertisement # 35902 Service Centre 1 Human Resource Services 1130-405 Broadway Winnipeg, MB , R3C 3L6 Phone:  204-945-3204 Fax: 204-948-7373 Email:  govjobs@gov.mb.ca   Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications. Please be advised that job competitions may be grieved and appealed. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative or the grievor, if unrepresented. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted. We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted by way of the clear legal job board.

ABOUT US Assante Private Client, a division of CI Private Counsel LP, is a wealth management firm serving high net worth individuals, families and business owners across Canada. Assante Private Client provides investors with a complete approach to financial advice that incorporates all aspects of wealth management - tax and estate planning, risk management and investment management. For more information, please visit www.assante.com. POSITION: Wealth Planning Consultant (Estate Planning Lawyer) LOCATION: Winnipeg, MB (R3C 4T3) STATUS: Full-time JOB OVERVIEW We are currently recruiting for an experienced lawyer with in-depth estate planning knowledge for the position of Wealth Planning Consultant (Estate Planning). Based in Winnipeg, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing advice and strategies to existing clients of our financial advisors, primarily through the preparation of technical written client reports. Many of our clients are business owners and high net worth individuals. Our niche is in the provision of comprehensive wealth planning services. We go far beyond investments and include sophisticated tax and estate planning in our suite of services. WHAT YOU WILL DO Prepare comprehensive estate planning reports for clients Respond to estate planning inquiries from Assante financial advisors and corporate personnel Communicate with clients' professional legal advisors to discuss issues and recommendations Prepare client newsletter articles on estate planning topics Train and educate corporate staff and financial advisors on estate planning matters Maintain complete confidentiality relating to all client matters Maintain professional standards and designations through continuing education and professional development Work with colleagues within the company and the company's clients in a professional manner, displaying the utmost respect for fellow workers and clients WHAT YOU WILL BRING A professional legal designation and active membership in a Canadian law society 4+ years of professional experience specializing in estate planning (practitioners with more years of experience are welcome to apply) Strong analytical skills and technical knowledge Excellent communication skills with an emphasis on writing High degree of accuracy and attention to detail and strong organizational skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a fast paced environment Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and legal research WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US Our dedication to the Employee Experience at CI is aimed at supporting, empowering and inspiring our talented team through: Recognition & Compensation Training & Development Health & Well-being Communication & Feedback If you are a passionate, committed and dynamic individual, please submit your resume in confidence by clicking " Apply ". Only qualified candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. CI Financial Corp. and all of our affiliates ("CI") are committed to fair and accessible employment practices and we are committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If you require accommodations in order to apply for any job opportunities, or require this posting in an additional format, please contact us at accessible.recruitment@ci.com, or call 416-681-4747. If you are contacted by CI regarding a job opportunity or testing and require accommodation in any stage of the recruitment process, please use the above contact information. We will work with all applicants to determine appropriate accommodation for individual accessibility needs.  

This posting will be used to fill 3 vacancies. Research Assistants are students, normally in a University of Winnipeg undergraduate program, employed to assist with tasks related to research in the student’s area of study. Work is performed within defined guidelines and under supervision of a more senior researcher or faculty member. Position Overview: The Criminal Justice Department, seeks multiple research assistants for work on projects related to sentencing. The first project, “Legal Ramifications of Problem Gambling” explores the relationship of gambling, crime and the judicial system. The second project, “Does Canada Have an Ideal Victim” explores the role of victim status in second degree murder sentencing decisions and is in collaboration with another Professor. Successful candidates may have the opportunity to work on other projects as assigned, including research on expert witnesses (with Professor Michael Weinrath), multiple murder sentencing, and other areas of the criminal law. Duties: Review case law and academic articles. Summarizing of legal materials. General copy-editing. Other responsibilities as assigned. Data entry into Excel or SPSS Qualifications: Completion of at least first year of law school, or completion of Criminal Law (CJ-2130) and Criminal Procedure (CJ-3130) and Advanced Criminal Law (CJ-4130) at the University of Winnipeg, or equivalent courses in other departments/institutions. Experience reading case law. Knowledge of sentencing law, a social sciences background, experience in copy editing, legal research experience and knowledge of Excel and/or SPSS would all be assets for this position. High attention to detail. Demonstrated understanding of criminal law. Highly motivated, organized and able to work independently. General working knowledge of Excel. NOTE : Please indicate on your cover letter the range of hours per week you desire work during the summer, and the range of hours per week you desire to work during the school year. The period of work will be immediately until March 31, 2020 and the estimated total hours of work will be 5 - 100. Note : This position is represented by the Public Service Alliance of Canada - Research Capacity Unit. The University of Winnipeg is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research environments, and is essential to academic and institutional excellence. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and encourage women, members of racialized communities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity to confidentially self-identify at time of application. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Requisition ID: 24321 Position Number: 20033760 Posting End Date: June 19, 2019 City: Winnipeg Site: Shared Health Work Location: 4th Floor - 650 Main Department / Unit: General Counsel Job Stream: Non-Clinical Union: SH Exempt-OT Anticipated Start Date: ASAP FTE: 1.00 Anticipated Shift: Days Daily Hours Worked: 7.5 Annual Base Hours: 1950   Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient-centred clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations.   Position Overview   Participates as a member of the portfolio in a manner that contributes to teamwork and collaboration. Interacts with senior level managers, external counsel, administrative tribunals and a variety of external organizations. Maintains awareness of activities and projects undertaken in the portfolio. Reviews, evaluates, recommends revisions to and implements new office/administrative procedures for the portfolio in the interest of efficiency and quality of service; prepares and maintains policies and procedures for the administrative activities in the portfolio. Organizes and prioritizes independently, the administrative activities for Senior Legal Counsel for Human Resources and the associated team and ensures that all work is completed within established timeframes.   Experience   Minimum three years’ experience as a legal assistant is required. A proven understanding of various aspects of administrative/litigation law an asset. Experience recording and preparing minutes and agendas. Experience in preparing pleadings, trial books, exhibits and binders for hearings. Experience in scheduling and coordinating meetings. Experience with email and computerized calendars. Previous healthcare experience would be an asset.   Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)   Completion of a high school or equivalent program of studies; formal legal assistant training required.   Qualifications and Skills   Proficiency with computerized systems (Microsoft Word, Access, PowerPoint and Excel) essential. Ability to compose correspondence on behalf of the office of the Senior Legal Counsel for Human Resources, the associated legal team or the Vice-President/Chief Human Resources Officer. Typing speed 60 wpm. Demonstrated ability to organize. Excellent communication skills, verbally and in writing. Ability to prioritize a large workload and independently complete a variety of administrative duties. Ability to work in a fast paced corporate environment and work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines. Demonstrated problem-solving skills. Demonstrated ability to effectively contribute to a team environment. The ability to work independently and to establish and maintain good working relationships with administrative staff, healthcare agencies and all levels of management. Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.   Salary is commensurate with education and qualifications.   We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today.   Interested candidates should select the "Apply" icon below to upload their cover letter, resume and copy of licenses/certification.   This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.   Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE.   Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Y3 Administrative Secretary 3 Term/full-time Two (2) Term/Full-Time Positions available Manitoba Justice Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee of MB, Consumer Protection Winnipeg MB Advertisement Number:  35368 Salary(s):   AY3 $1,576.88 - $1,802.35 bi-weekly Closing Date:   June 24, 2019 The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary civil service that is inclusive and reflective of the population it serves. We encourage applicants to voluntarily self-declare in the cover letter, resumé or application if they are from any of the following employment equity groups: women, Indigenous people, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities. Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities. An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months. The Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee of Manitoba (PGT) is a provincial government Special Operating Agency that manages the affairs of Manitobans who are unable to do so themselves and have no one else willing or able to act, as well as administer the estates of individuals residing in Manitoba who have died and who have no one else to act as administrator or executor. The PGT also manages trust money on behalf of individuals under the age of 18 as well as those who are under a legal disability. In addition, the PGT manages the personal and financial affairs of individuals who are incompetent to make independent decisions or who are vulnerable adults.  Conditions of Employment: Must be legally entitled to work in Canada Satisfactory Criminal Record Check Qualifications: Essential: Extensive experience performing a full range of administrative support duties, such as typing, searching for and providing information, entering data, maintaining electronic and manual filing systems and reception duties Extensive experience providing support for real estate transactions Superior written communication skills with experience drafting, proofreading/editing legal documents such as Applications, Affidavits and Orders and managing correspondence such as (but not limited to) letters, memos, forms Ability to pay attention to detail and ensure accuracy of work Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to work in a high pressure and time sensitive environment to meet conflicting deadlines Ability to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision Excellent verbal communication skills with the ability to speak in a clear and concise manner Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to interact effectively with senior managers, other departmental staff, clients, external agencies and their representatives, and the general public Ability to work co-operatively and constructively as part of a team Computer experience with Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel and Outlook) or equivalent applications Desired: Successful completion of a recognized legal secretarial/administrative assistant training program   Duties: Perform all duties related to opening and closing files, preparing correspondence, organizing files in a prescribed manner, maintaining a diarization system for each lawyer and Chief Financial Officer, composes/reply to routine and non-routine correspondence on own initiative, as required, provide accurate typing/word processing services, including proofreading, format, layout, and modification of grammar. In respect of correspondence and legal documentation, deal with routine matters and provide information concerning office practices and policies, make referrals to appropriate authorities as required, maintain knowledge of office policies and procedures, establish work priorities/methods using initiative and independent judgment, maintain time records and prepare legal bills, uncomplicated legal documents and filing documents in the Courts, pay routine ongoing invoices/bills.  Maintains/updates computer screens, independently prepares commonly used forms and documents, cheque requisitions, journals and status changes for the accounting system, update Excel spreadsheets re: investments, verify investment contracts. Review monthly investment adjustments, maintain records for Employee Security Access, dealing with clients/public, either in person or by telephone politely and efficiently, performs reception duties including providing lunch hour and other backup to the receptionist on a rotation basis, perform other duties, as required, provide support for real estate transactions including preparation of all real estate documentation and performs other duties as required. Apply to: Advertisement # 35368 Service Centre 1 Human Resource Services 1130-405 Broadway Winnipeg, MB , R3C 3L6 Phone:  204-945-3204 Fax: 204-948-7373 Email:  govjobs@gov.mb.ca   Please be advised that job competitions may be grieved and appealed. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative or the grievor, if unrepresented. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted. We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. WHEN APPLYING TO THIS POSITION, PLEASE INDICATE THE ADVERTISEMENT NUMBER AND POSITION TITLE IN THE SUBJECT LINE AND/OR BODY OF YOUR EMAIL. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.

NorWest Co-op Community Health is currently seeking to engage an individual to provide legal services to clients in a women’s legal clinic in Winnipeg. The incumbent will be engaged as an independent contractor/practitioner. Applicants must be licensed to practice law in Manitoba and have experience in family law, in particular with women who are victims of domestic violence. The successful candidate must have a demonstrated ability to handle a high volume of cases, work under pressure, meet deadlines, work independently and deal effectively with the public, legal professional and judiciary. Duties and Responsibilities: The successful applicant will provide legal services in A Woman’s Place, will be required to attend court, and provide legal advice by phone or by appointment. The incumbent is required to manage assigned cases in an efficient and effective manner & other duties as assigned. The successful applicant will be compensated with an honorarium comparable to the Legal Aid pay scales, and will have the ability to direct bill Legal Aid. Closing Date: open until filled Please submit resumes to: Elizabete Halprin, MSW, BSW, RSW, BA(Hons) Community Development Coordinator-Social Work NorWest Co-op Community Health Centre 785 Keewatin Winnipeg, MB R2X 3B9 www.norwestcoop.ca ehalprin@norwestcoop.ca 204-938-5998 f 204.938.5994

Deputy Director- Legal P7 Professional Officer 7 Regular/full-time   Department of Growth, Enterprise and Trade Companies Office, Entrepreneurship Manitoba Winnipeg MB Advertisement Number:  34893 Salary(s):   P7 $70,584.00 - $85,979.00 per year Closing Date:   April 3, 2019 The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary civil service that is inclusive and reflective of the population it serves. We encourage applicants to voluntarily self-declare in the cover letter, resumé or application if they are from any of the following employment equity groups: women, Indigenous people, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities. This is a preference competition. All applicants are encouraged to apply, however first consideration for this competition will be given to Indigenous people. Applicants are requested to self-declare at the time of application. Position description available upon request. The Companies Office is the authoritative Manitoba registry for information related to incorporated and unincorporated businesses. The Companies Office regulates the names of registered entities. Conditions of Employment: Must be legally entitled to work in Canada Satisfactory Criminal Record Check Qualifications: Essential: Law Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience Experience interpreting and administering various acts, legislation, and policies Extensive knowledge of administrative and business law principles Superior interpersonal skills reflected by an ability to establish and maintain professional working relationships and networks with a variety of organizations, external agencies and other service partners Excellent written communication skills for composing legislative and regulatory proposals for senior leaders Excellent verbal communication skills Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple or competing priorities within tight timeframes Excellent judgement and critical thinking skills required to make appropriate, unbiased and timely decisions Strong political acumen Desired: Experience providing leadership or supervision to staff   Duties: The incumbent oversees document processing and name reservations by staff under the Corporations Act, and the Business Names Registration Act, ensuring that reservations are in accordance with legislation and policy. The incumbent conducts hearings under the statutes in accordance with the principles of natural justice in order to determine whether a statutory power should be exercised, and guides and drafts statutory and regulatory changes, including the necessary Cabinet and Treasury Board submissions, and Ministerial/Executive briefings. The incumbent receives complex queries from lawyers, accountants, general public and other government departments as to the laws and policies. Apply to: Advertisement # 34893 Service Centre 4 Human Resource Services 600-259 Portage Avenue Winnipeg, MB , R3B 2A9 Phone:   204-945-7518 Fax:  204-945-0601 Email:  govjobs@gov.mb.ca   Please be advised that job competitions may be grieved and appealed. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative or the grievor, if unrepresented. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted. We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. WHEN APPLYING TO THIS POSITION, PLEASE INDICATE THE ADVERTISEMENT NUMBER AND POSITION TITLE IN THE SUBJECT LINE AND/OR BODY OF YOUR EMAIL. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.  

Job Description Great-West Life has an exciting opportunity within our Winnipeg corporate law department as part of Great-West Life’s legal team of over 150 lawyers globally. If you are looking to apply your corporate law experience in a challenging and fast-paced environment with one of the largest insurance companies in Canada, consider a career with Great-West Life.    Reporting to the AVP and Senior Counsel, you will be a key member of the corporate legal team providing practical and timely advice and legal support on a wide variety of issues and transactions related to third party supply arrangements, procurement, and technology law. You will work with a highly accomplished team of legal professionals and will be involved in: Drafting and negotiating agreements for the acquisition of a variety of products and services, including consulting agreements, cloud service agreements, software development, licensing and maintenance agreements, hardware lease and purchase agreements, and telecommunication agreements Assisting with requests for proposals for the acquisition of various products and services Working on compliance and regulatory matters Analyzing and interpreting contracts Assisting in the resolution of disputes Contributing as a member of the legal team bringing your experience and creative legal skills to provide practical solutions to our business   Qualifications and Competencies : University Degree, Member of a Provincial Bar in good standing 3 - 10 years work experience in the area of commercial contracts, IT law, and/or procurement law Self-motivated with a desire to work both independently and in a cooperative team environment Ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships Demonstrated ability to negotiate and influence Highly focused with attention to detail Strong drafting, legal and written communication skills with a practical solution-oriented approach and the ability to use clear, plain language Proven analytical and problem-solving skills with experience resolving complex problems Superior organizational and time management skills with experience addressing multiple projects at once   Discover your opportunity…. Apply today!   Great-West Life offers competitive compensation, great benefits such as medical, dental, life insurance, wellness account and personal days not to mention onsite cafeteria and fitness facilities.  If you’d like to join our team submit your information online and introduce yourself.   Together Great-West Life, London Life and Canada Life serve the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we’re one of Canada’s leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations.   We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential.     Great-West Lifeco would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.

Regular/full-time   Manitoba Justice Legislative Counsel Winnipeg MB Advertisement Number:  34848 Salary(s):   LF1-3 $76,220.00 - $153,725.00 per year Closing Date:   March 29, 2019 The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary civil service that is inclusive and reflective of the population it serves. We encourage applicants to voluntarily self-declare in the cover letter, resumé or application if they are from any of the following employment equity groups: women, Indigenous people, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities. Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities. An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 6 months. Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay. Candidates are asked to provide a sample of their writing. Candidates may also be asked to complete a written exercise. The Legislative Counsel Division is the legislative drafting office for the Government of Manitoba. It also provides legal advice and assistance as Law Officer of the Legislative Assembly. Crown Counsel in the Legislative Counsel Division are members of the Manitoba Association of Crown Attorneys and compensation is commensurate with experience as set out in the collective agreement. The Legislative Counsel Division offers a positive working environment. We value and support continuous learning, collaboration and a commitment to excellence. Conditions of Employment: Must be legally entitled to work in Canada Eligible for membership or membership in good standing with the Law Society of Manitoba Satisfactory Criminal Record Check Evening and weekend work as required Qualifications: Essential: Extensive experience and excellence in the practice of law Superior ability to write clearly, accurately and analytically Excellent verbal communication skills Excellent organizational skills with the ability to meet critical deadlines Ability to make decisions and solve problems independently Ability to work cooperatively and constructively in a team environment Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain strong client relationships High level of judgment, discretion and tact with strong political acumen Strong academic background Experience in project management  Desired: Education specializing in financing, accounting or taxation or an equivalent combination of related education, training and experience  Experience in legislative drafting or the development of statutes or regulations Use of plain language in legal writing Excellent French verbal communication skills Excellent French written communication skills   Duties: As Crown Counsel (Legislation), you will work with senior government officials in a broad range of government department and agencies, and with lawyers in other divisions of Manitoba Justice, in drafting statutes and regulations. You will also work directly with members of the Legislative Assembly and their staff in drafting bills and committee amendments for private members. You will also provide related legal advice to the government and to members of the Assembly.  Apply to: Advertisement # 34848 Service Centre 1 Human Resource Services 1130-405 Broadway Winnipeg, MB , R3C 3L6 Phone:  204-945-3204 Fax: 204-948-7373 Email:  govjobs@gov.mb.ca   Please be advised that job competitions may be grieved and appealed. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative or the grievor, if unrepresented. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted. We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. WHEN APPLYING TO THIS POSITION, PLEASE INDICATE THE ADVERTISEMENT NUMBER AND POSITION TITLE IN THE SUBJECT LINE AND/OR BODY OF YOUR EMAIL. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary civil service that is inclusive and reflective of the population it serves. We encourage applicants to voluntarily self-declare in the cover letter, resumé or application if they are from any of the following employment equity groups: women, Indigenous people, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities. This is a preference competition. All applicants are encouraged to apply, however first consideration for this competition will be given to Indigenous people and persons with disabilities. Applicants are requested to self-declare at the time of application. An eligibility list may be created for similar positions in Winnipeg and may remain in effect for 12 months. This competition may be used to appoint successful candidate(s) to current and future regular, term or acting status appointments subject to staffing approval. The Manitoba Securities Commission acts in the public interest to protect Manitoba investors and to facilitate the raising of capital while maintaining fairness and integrity in the securities marketplace. Similarly, its real estate industry mandate is to regulate brokers, salespeople and mortgage brokers to ensure adequate standards are maintained for the protection of the public. Conditions of Employment: Must be legally entitled to work in Canada Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check Qualifications: Essential: Extensive experience providing legal secretarial and administrative support with respect to both litigation and general legal matters Extensive experience and proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook Experience providing exceptional client service to the public in person and over the phone Experience with the use of dictation equipment Experience entering and retrieving information from computerized systems and databases Excellent verbal communication skills Excellent written communication skills with the ability to draft correspondence Ability to proofread and edit various types of documents with a high degree of accuracy Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work as part of a team Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to set priorities, multi-task and meet deadlines Ability to take initiative and work independently under limited supervision   Duties: The Administrative Assistant - Legal provides support regarding all legal and enforcement matters conducted by the Commission. Reporting to the Legal Section of the Manitoba Securities Commission, the incumbent provides secretarial and administrative services to the Legal Counsel and other professional staff as required. The position is required to ensure adequate administrative support with respect to the processing of applications and matters relating to prosecutions and hearings conducted by the Commission. A more detailed position description can be provided upon request. Apply to: Advertisement # 34750 Civil Service Commission Human Resource Services 608-330 Portage Avenue Winnipeg, MB , R3C 0C4 Phone: 204-945-4394 Fax: 204-948-2193 Email: govjobs@gov.mb.ca Please note that additional administrative or clerical positions may be recruited to through the Common Recruitment Initiative: https://www.gov.mb.ca/govjobs/info/programs.html#CRI