Work collaboratively with business and functional partners to provide practical, risk-based legal advice on a wide range of matters impacting our wealth and asset management businesses
Draft disclosure documents for the initial and continued offering of investment funds
Draft and negotiate material contracts and exemptive relief applications for retail investment products
Support new product development and existing product reorganizations
Support institutional investment management activities
Negotiate contracts (sub-advisor agreements, custodial agreements, trading documentation, service agreements, other corporate contracts)
Research and advise on legal issues of substantial complexity and advise on regulatory requirements and developments, including securities laws and other applicable Canadian and foreign legislation
Advise on individual and firm registrant regulation matters
Develop legal structures for new and innovative investment products and services
Review marketing materials

Law Degree, Member in good standing of a provincial Bar
Minimum of 3 years of relevant legal work experience (law firm, in-house, or securities regulatory body)
Knowledge and experience with National Instrument 31-103 and National Instruments 81-101 through 81-107, investment funds and other pooled funds, institutional investing, and general securities / corporate law
Independent Review Committee experience considered a strong asset
Self-motivated with the ability to work well independently and as part of a team
Strong written and verbal communication skills with a practical solution-oriented approach and ability to see the big picture
Demonstrated superior skill in drafting agreements or public disclosure documents
Ability to proactively bring projects to completion
Highly focused with attention to detail
Proven analytical and problem-solving skills with experience simplifying and resolving complex problems
Superior organizational and time management skills with experience handling multiple projects at once
Willingness to learn new topics and work in an evolving business environment
General investment knowledge and completion of Canadian Securities Course or Canadian Investment Funds Course considered an asset
Experience relating to portfolio managers / private wealth considered an asset

Opportunities for career advancement, access to industry-leading learning programs and up to $2,000 annually towards education reimbursement.
Flexible health and dental benefits, plus a $5,000 mental health benefit to support your well-being.
In addition to regular vacation and personal days, we support community involvement with a volunteer day.
Company-matching pension plan, share ownership program and additional investment options.
Employee recognition programs, service milestone celebrations, employee discounts and more!
We provide a workplace where employees feel connected and supported through Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), mentorship programs, social clubs and events.

Legal Counsel

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