Legal Counsel

Manitoba Government; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 156,000 - 196,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Defined pension plan

Life insurance

Long-Term Disability Plan

Paid time-off and wellness

Job summary

Manitoba Government in Winnipeg is seeking a Legal Counsel at an advanced level to support the Office of the Registrar-General (RG). Responsibilities include legal research, drafting memoranda, and advising on real property and personal property security matters under The Real Property Act and The Personal Property Security Act.

The role requires at least ten years at the Manitoba bar or an equivalent, and membership in the Law Society of Manitoba.

Qualifications

• Excellent legal research skills.
• Superior verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional written communication skills including concise memoranda and opinions.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving with legal policy analysis.
• Ability to collaborate within a small team and maintain relationships.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research, review applications, and draft memoranda.
• Review legislation, contracts, and policy papers for RG decisions.
• Develop process improvements for tribunal applications and hearings.
• Assist RG in statutory duties under The Real Property Act and The Personal Property Security Act.

Skills

Legal research

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Collaboration

Independent work

French language skills

Education

Membership in Law Society of Manitoba

Job description

Legal Counsel

LF3 Legal Counsel

Regular/full-time

Public Service Delivery

Office of the Registrar-General, Consumer Protection

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 45510

Salary(s): LF3 $155,844.00 - $196,242.00 per year

Closing Date: November 10, 2026

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 women, 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 Counsel 3
This is an advanced level for senior lawyers possessing an advanced degree of expertise who have demonstrated consistently superior performance over an extensive period of time. In order to be eligible for consideration for promotion to this level, a lawyer must have a minimum of ten (10) years experience at the Manitoba bar or an equivalent bar.

The Legal Counsel at the Office of the Registrar-General (RG) assists the RG and undertakes matters delegated by the RG. This includes providing legal and policy advice to the RG, reviewing, researching, developing and analyzing legislation, rules, policies and decisions for the purpose of developing recommendations to assist the RG in making informed decisions in relation to the operation of the land and personal property registry systems, and in overseeing the contract with Teranet Manitoba LP, third party service provider.

Duties:
This position assists the RG in carrying out her statutory duties under The Real Property Act and The Personal Property Security Act, by conducting legal research, reviewing applications, and drafting legal memoranda. Legal Counsel will also develop process improvements for administrative tribunal applications and hearings, and for timely review and response to obligations under the License and Service Provider Agreement with Teranet Manitoba LP. These duties require interpretation of statutes and contracts. This position will aid in developing legislation where the RG is instructing officer. Other legal and policy analyst duties may be assigned to the Legal Counsel.

Qualifications

• Excellent legal research skills.
• Superior verbal communication skills
• Exceptional written communication skills including extensive experience drafting concise legal memoranda and opinions.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet conflicting deadlines in a time sensitive environment.
• Excellent critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to assess legal implications and policy options and extensive experience providing legal advice and recommendations.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate successfully within a small team and maintain positive working relationships.
• Ability to work independently.

• Experience in the public sector and understanding of internal government processes.
• Experience in real property law including familiarity with reviewing land titles documents.
• Experience in personal property security law.
• French language skills.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Must hold membership or be eligible for immediate membership in the Law Society of Manitoba.
• Possess and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check

Why Work for Manitoba Government?

The Manitoba government values its employees, recognizing the important role that each person plays in delivering exceptional services, programs and support to the province. Your important contributions are recognized with a comprehensive package of benefits, including an attractive salary, pension plan, health and wellness benefits, and other supports to encourage work-life balance.

Financial Security

• Attractive salaries
• Defined pension plan
• Life insurance coverage
• Long-Term Disability Plan

Benefit Plan

• Employer paid health care benefits including health, dental and vision
• Extended health care for services such as physiotherapy, chiropractor, massages, acupuncture and more
• Annual health spending account for eligible employees

Commitment to Health and Wellness

• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Paid time-off including sick leave, wellness days and family related leave days
• Flexible work arrangements for eligible positions
• Generous vacation entitlements, increasing with years of service
• Parental, maternity, and adoptive leave options

Professional Growth & Development

We want our employees to thrive and grow and are committing to investing in their development. We offer multiple avenues of support such as inhouse training, educational assistance and leadership development programs to help achieve these goals.

Organizational Culture and Values

The Manitoba government is committed to a work environment and culture that values and recognizes every employee. When we look at Manitoba’s Public Service, we see a reflection of Manitoba’s diversity. We come from differing educational, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds and work in a wide array of jobs across the province, we are all public servants.

Impact on Manitoba’s Future

By working for Manitoba’s Public Service, you have the unique opportunity to use your time to serve the land, communities, and the people of Manitoba. You can leave a lasting mark that will impact both current and future generations.

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process.

Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. 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.