About the Role: The Corporate Secretary and Director, Legal serves as a dual-function leader supporting the Board of Directors and executive team through expert governance and legal oversight. This role leads corporate secretarial duties, oversees meetings and decision-making, ensures compliance with by-laws and policies, and provides forward-looking legal guidance. Acting as a trusted advisor, the position coordinates legal work internally and with external counsel.

About the Organization: Join a prestigious, confidentially searched financial services organization characterized by a Board-led governance framework focused on accountability, risk management, and effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as primary legal advisor to the Board, supporting effective governance.
• Lead corporate secretarial functions including governance processes and meeting administration.
• Provide practical legal and governance advice with clear recommendations.
• Manage external counsel and internal legal work to optimize efficiency.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and keep governance documentation current.

Qualifications:

• LL.B., membership in Canadian Law Society and Manitoba Bar in good standing.
• Proven experience in corporate law, governance, and legal operations.
• Strong skills in board support, governance frameworks, and legal budget management.
• Excellent judgment, communication, and interpersonal abilities with senior leadership.
• Governance education such as ICD.D is an asset.

Apply now with your resume and a concise cover letter to be part of a leadership role that blends legal expertise with strategic governance.