Shape Corporate Department talent programs for Gowling WLG associates across Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, Waterloo, Hamilton, Ottawa, and Montréal.This senior skilled manager leads legal talent initiatives across all Canadian offices, working closely with Department and Practice Group leadership. Responsibilities span lateral recruitment, associate onboarding, professional development, mentorship, performance management, compensation reviews, and career progression. The Director also collaborates with Finance, People and Culture, Business Development and Marketing, Information Technology and AI, Innovation and Knowledge, and Operations.Key Responsibilities:
Lead lateral associate sourcing, screening, interviews, offers, and business casesSupport onboarding and integration for lateral associates across practice groupsTrack development goals, performance metrics,



and career progressionManage associate and student program budgets and expensesIdentify talent needs and develop aligned talent plansRequirements:
JD or Bachelor’s degree in law, depending on jurisdictionAt least five years’ experience practicing as a law firm lawyerCorporate law experience considered an assetProject management, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving capabilitiesAbility to influence, build consensus, and maintain confidentialityUse legal practice experience and talent leadership to strengthen Corporate associate recruitment, performance, and progression at Gowling WLG.
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📌 Legal Talent Director Corporate Law (Winnipeg)
🏢 Gowling WLG
📍 Winnipeg