Career Opportunities: Senior Legal Assistant (14076)Requisition ID 14076 -Posted - Location (1) - Canada - Province of Job Posting (1) - Career Site (2)IGM Financial Inc. is a leading wealth and asset management company in Canada, managing approximately $310 billion in assets as of December 31, 2025. It offers financial planning and investment services to over two million Canadians through IG Wealth Management and Mackenzie Investments.Founded in 1926, IG Wealth Management is a key part of IGM's business model, providing comprehensive wealth management services to Canadian financial advisors and their clients.With a vision to inspire financial confidence, IG Wealth Management is recognized as one of Manitoba’s Top Employers, Canada’s Top 100 Employers, and Best Diversity Employers, aiming to innovate the industry and support Canadians in achieving their financial goals.Join our team to engage in continuous learning and skill development in a supportive environment. Experience the best of both worlds with our hybrid work environment, where you spend three days a week in the office, connecting, collaborating, and enjoying quality time with your amazing colleagues! Our Values: Be better; we strive for improvement in everything we do. Be accountable; we foster clarityand are empowered to act responsibly. Be a team; we are united to drive collective impact to achieve our goals.The Role: This role provides senior-level administrative and operational support to the SVP, Associate General Counsel, while also supporting the coordination and administration of litigation matters. It combines executive support with hands‑on litigation coordination, acting as a key partner in ensuring matters are organized, progressing, and well managed.The successful candidate will work in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities and time-sensitive deadlines. They will exercise sound judgment and discretion while supporting the SVP and Senior Legal Counsel in managing priorities and keeping litigation matters moving forward.This role includes advanced, highly confidential administrative and coordination responsibilities, along with accountability for managing the flow of litigation-related activities. It requires strong organizational and communication skills,



and the ability to work closely with internal stakeholders and external counsel.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Executive & Administrative Support:Provide confidential, senior-level administrative support to the SVP, Associate General Counsel, including managing correspondence, files and supporting inbox coordination as requiredProactively manage a complex and high-volume calendar, including prioritization, rescheduling, and coordination of internal and external meetings (in-person and virtual), ensuring logistics and materials are well organizedCoordinate travel arrangements and prepare expense reports, ensuring accuracy and timelinessPrepare presentations, reports, and meeting materials, and track deliverables, follow-ups, and action items to support effective time management and prioritiesSupport other members of the Legal team, as required, including file management and administrative support across non-litigation matters, ensuring materials are organized and well managedLitigation Coordination & Administration:Coordinate all administrative aspects of litigation matters in partnership with Senior Legal CounselAct as a key point of contact for internal stakeholders and external counselReceive and process Statements of Claim, including internal notification and coordinationCollect and organize relevant documents and information from internal departmentsPrepare and maintain file summaries and documentationCoordinate with external counsel on updates, documentation, and timelinesSupport settlement processing, documentation, and payment coordinationOversee and maintain the structure, organization, and integrity of litigation records within the SharePoint site, ensuring materials are accurate, complete, and accessible, and aligned with consistent document management standardsSupport governance tracking and reporting processes, including coordinating inputs and preparing materialsQualifications:5+ years of experience in a legal assistant or law clerk role, with exposure to litigationStrong organizational skills,



with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities and deadlinesExperience supporting senior leaders (VP/SVP level) is an asset, with the ability to work effectively across teams and stakeholdersStrong written and verbal communication skillsHigh level of professionalism and ability to handle confidential information with discretionStrong attention to detail and follow-throughProficiency in Microsoft OAice (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Teams); experience with SharePoint requiredAbility to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environmentThe expected annual base salary range for this role is $65,000 - $85,000, which is determined based on skills, knowledge and experience and geographic location. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for annual short-term incentive, health and well‑being benefits, retirement and savings plan, paid time off and career development.COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION & RECOGNITIONcompetitive base salary, performance-weighted bonus, education/career support, option to join Employee Share Purchase Plan with employer matching component.EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & INSURANCEcompetitive health and dental coverage, adaptable plan for you and your family and short-term & long-term disability plans.RETIREMENT SAVINGS PROGRAMSvoluntary Defined Contribution Pension PlanINCLUSIVE CULTURE AND DIVERSITYliving our core values: Be a Team, Be Accountable, Be Better, engaging with community through Business Resource Groups (BRG communities are volunteer employee-led groups formed around a common interest, identity, or background).IGM is a diverse workplace committed to doing business inclusively - this starts with having a representative workforce! We encourage applications from all qualified candidates that represent the diversity present across Canada – including racialized persons, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ community, gender diverse and neurodiverse individuals, as well as all who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.IG is an accessible employer committed to providing a barrier‑free recruitment experience. If you require an accommodation or this information in an alternate format at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team who will work with you to meet your needs.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Legal Assistant - C$65,000 - C$85,000 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 IGM Financial
📍 Winnipeg