Work collaboratively with business partners and cross-functional stakeholders to provide practical, risk-based legal advice on a wide range of matters affecting our asset and wealth management businesses
Draft offering documents for initial and ongoing fund distributions
Draft and negotiate significant contracts and applications for exemptive relief for retail investment products
Participate in the development of new products and the restructuring of existing products
Support institutional investment management activities
Negotiate agreements (sub‑adviser agreements, custody agreements, operational documents, service agreements and other corporate contracts)
Conduct legal research and provide advice on highly complex legal issues, and make recommendations concerning regulatory requirements and changes, including applicable Canadian and foreign securities laws and other laws
Provide regulatory guidance applicable to registered individuals and firms
Develop legal structures for new and innovative investment products and services
Review marketing and client-facing disclosure materials

Law degree and membership in a provincial bar association
Minimum of 3 years of relevant legal experience (at a law firm, in-house, or with a securities regulator)
Practical knowledge of National Instrument 31‑103 and Rules 81‑101 through 81‑107, mutual funds and other pooled funds, institutional investments, and securities and corporate law generally
Experience serving on an independent review committee is a strong asset
Self-motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, pragmatic, solution-oriented and good judgment
Demonstrated ability to draft agreements or public disclosure documents
Ability to proactively manage and complete a variety of projects
Meticulous attention to detail
Proven ability to analyze, simplify and resolve complex issues
Strong organizational skills, outstanding time-management and experience handling multiple concurrent projects
Willingness to learn and to work in a dynamic professional environment
General knowledge of investments and completion of the Canadian Securities Course (CSC) or the Canadian Investment Funds Course (CIFC) is an asset
Experience working with portfolio managers or in private wealth management is an asset

Professional development: Opportunities for career advancement, access to leading learning programs and tuition reimbursement of up to $2,000 per year
Health and wellness: Flexible medical and dental coverage, plus a $5,000 mental health support benefit to support your well‑being
Time off: In addition to vacation and personal days, we provide a dedicated volunteer day to support community involvement
Financial security: Access to a pension plan with employer matching contributions, an employee share purchase plan and other investment options
Rewards and recognition: Recognition programs, employee discounts and celebration of important service anniversaries
Sense of belonging: A workplace where employees feel connected and supported through employee resource groups (ERGs), mentoring programs, social committees and various events

Corporate Legal Counsel

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