Our sophisticated financial planning, our diversified private investment funds and their exceptional performance, our 98% client retention rate and our award-winning culture, combine to position us as a national leader in wealth management. Recognized as a Best Managed Company and one of Canada’s Top Employers, we are dedicated to upholding our firm’s values through this phase of significant growth. By bringing together smart, dedicated and supportive colleagues from diverse backgrounds, we deliver extraordinary client service in a values-driven work environment.

We are passionate about our business, our culture and investing deeply in your growth and development to build for the future.

The Legal

Counsel provides practical, business-focused legal advice to internal partners across Nicola Wealth. Reporting to the Vice President, General Counsel, the role supports a broad range of corporate and commercial matters, including contracts, governance, transactions, regulatory changes, and fund-related work.

The Legal

Counsel partners closely with the business to manage legal risk, enable sound decision-making, and improve the processes that support the firm’s legal activities. Provide timely, practical legal advice to internal partners across Nicola Wealth, balancing business objectives with legal and regulatory requirements. Act as a primary legal point of contact on matters assigned by the Vice President, General Counsel, including non-disclosure agreements, commercial contracts, independent contractor agreements, referral arrangements, shareholder agreements, transactions, and corporate resolutions.

Review, draft, and negotiate a range of commercial agreements and provide guidance on associated legal risks and obligations. Partner with the Vice President,



General Counsel on fund matters and fund investments, including fund formation, broker agreements, and offering documentation. Monitor relevant legal and regulatory developments, assess their impact on the firm, and support updates to practices, documentation, and controls.

Identify and implement improvements to legal processes and procedures, including contract review, matter management, and monitoring of ongoing legal obligations. Maintain clear, accurate legal records and documentation while protecting confidential and privileged information. or equivalent law degree. Member in positive standing with a Canadian law society. 5+ years of legal experience, with exposure to corporate, commercial, tax, estates, and/or securities law.

Experience reviewing, drafting, and negotiating commercial agreements. Interest in capital markets and the asset management or investment industry; relevant industry experience is an asset. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including strong legal drafting capabilities.

Ability to communicate confidently with legal counsel, tax advisors, and business partners on legal, governance, and compliance matters. Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook. Fluency in English; proficiency in French is an asset.

This position comes with a competitive base salary hiring range of $dependent on experience, skills, qualifications and internal equity. Whether it’s participating in our profit sharing and benefit programs on day one, or the opportunity to participate in our share ownership program, our people are able to go beyond a conventional salary and bonus structure. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Nicola Wealth policies.

📌 Legal Counsel - Contract Management (Winnipeg)
🏢 Nicola Wealth
📍 Winnipeg