Top Benefits
About the role
Legal Advisor
Attendance
Hybrid
Job number
26509
Category
Intermediate Professional
Status: Permanent
Type of Contract
Permanent
Schedule: Full-Time
Location: Toronto, Ontario
Area of Interest: Financial markets and treasury
As an Legal Advisor on the Specialized Transactions and Products, Legal team in Toronto (which is a part of the Financial Markets division at National Bank of Canada (the “Bank”)), you will act as an expert advisor in the sector and ensure that business practices for mortgage aggregation, asset acquisition and finance, securitizations and/or derivatives comply with applicable regulatory requirements. In this role, you will be a trusted advisor and guardian of the Bank by delivering high caliber and specialized transactional and advisory legal services to, and manage legal, regulatory and reputational risks, for supported businesses. The successful candidate will advise on a broad range of securitization, asset acquisition and finance, mortgage-aggregation and over-the-counter derivatives related legal matters in a fast-paced, high volume business environment.
Your role :
- Learning about the regulation of NBC’s securitization, asset acquisition and finance, mortgage aggregation and derivative activities across Canada to assist with monitoring and addressing applicable statutory requirements and managing legal risks
- Providing legal support to NBC’s Asset Acquisition and Finance, Securitization, Mortgage Derivatives Business, Risk Management Solutions Group and Global Securities Finance teams
- Supporting the development, structuring and documentation of public/private securitization transactions, asset acquisition and finance transactions, mortgage aggregation transactions and other complex and structured derivative transactions
- Participating in legislative, business or industry initiatives representing NBC’s legal interests
- Coordinate with and managing internal and external stakeholders including, legal, regulatory, compliance, taxation and accounting
Your team
On the Specialized Transactions and Products, Legal team, you will work with a team of 15 lawyers and paralegals located in both Toronto and Montreal. You will be based in the Toronto office and report directly to the Managing Director, Specialized Transactions and Products, Legal, who is also located in the Toronto office. Our team stands out for its efficiency, responsiveness, availability, expertise, creativity and dynamism.
Basic requirements :
- 5+ years of securities law, secured lending or other transactional role experience working in an in-house legal department or nationally recognized law firm
- LL.B./J.D. from a recognized law school and good standing membership in the Law Society of one of the provinces of Canada
- Subject matter expertise in capital markets legal and regulatory issues and how it operates, with experience advising on Canadian securities and banking law matters and treasury services transactions
- Broad and deep understanding of the legal and regulatory environment governing financial services activities in Canada, US and other G20 countries
Languages:
English
Skills
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- Analytical Skills
- Analytics
- Capital Markets
- Communication
- Multitasking
- Problem Solving
- Regulatory Affairs
- Business Acumen
- Initiative
- Prioritization
- Results oriented
- Legal advice in relevant jurisdiction and area of law
- Transaction Due Diligence
Your benefits
In addition to competitive compensation, upon hiring you’ll be eligible for a wide range of flexible benefits to help promote your wellbeing and that of your family.
* Health and wellness program, including many options
* Flexible group insurance
* Generous pension plan
* Employee Share Ownership Plan
* Employee and Family Assistance Program
* Preferential banking services
* Opportunities to get involved in community initiatives
* Telemedicine service
* Virtual sleep clinic
These are a few of the benefits available to you. We have an offer that keeps up with trends as well as your needs and those of your family.
Our dynamic work environments and cutting-edge collaboration tools foster a positive employee experience. We actively listen to employees’ ideas. Whether through our surveys or programs, regular feedback and ongoing communication is encouraged.
We're putting people first
We're a bank on a human scale that stands out for its courage, entrepreneurial culture, and passion for people. Our mission is to have a positive impact on peoples' lives. Our core values of partnership, agility, and empowerment inspire us, and inclusivity is central to our commitments. We offer a barrier-free workplace that is accessible to all employees.
We want our recruitment process to be fully accessible. If you require accommodation, feel free to let us know during your first conversations with us. We welcome all candidates! What can you bring to our team?
Come live your ambitions with us!
Why work at National Bank?
For an environment that supports your career path
There are many varied opportunities for you to progress and develop, and move ahead in your career. This includes on-the-job learning and training, co-development and pairing with other employees, professional support and mentoring, internal career days or discussion forums with our leaders.
For an inclusive and diverse environment
We foster inclusion in an environment where each person’s unique qualities, whether visible or invisible, are celebrated and valued. We welcome all candidates! What can you bring to our team?
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About National Bank of Canada
At National Bank, we believe in the potential of each individual, and that even the smallest gestures can make a big difference. When we help others accomplish their projects, we help empower them and the community at large.
We try to make a difference through innovation, but above all, by putting people first. By taking the time to listen and letting our actions speak for themselves. By remaining bold and passionate. By developing lasting relationships as partners and allies.
Together we can achieve great things and create a positive impact.
Want to learn more about us?
For advice on your personal finances, visit: nbc.ca/advice For advice on your business, visit: nbc.ca/business For career opportunities, visit: jobs.nbc.ca For all the latest news, visit: nbc.ca/news
By clicking "Follow" above, you may receive communications from National Bank, either in your LinkedIn inbox or by other means via LinkedIn, about products and services that could interest you. Learn more at: www.nbc.ca/socialnetworks.
Top Benefits
About the role
Legal Advisor
Attendance
Hybrid
Job number
26509
Category
Intermediate Professional
Status: Permanent
Type of Contract
Permanent
Schedule: Full-Time
Location: Toronto, Ontario
Area of Interest: Financial markets and treasury
As an Legal Advisor on the Specialized Transactions and Products, Legal team in Toronto (which is a part of the Financial Markets division at National Bank of Canada (the “Bank”)), you will act as an expert advisor in the sector and ensure that business practices for mortgage aggregation, asset acquisition and finance, securitizations and/or derivatives comply with applicable regulatory requirements. In this role, you will be a trusted advisor and guardian of the Bank by delivering high caliber and specialized transactional and advisory legal services to, and manage legal, regulatory and reputational risks, for supported businesses. The successful candidate will advise on a broad range of securitization, asset acquisition and finance, mortgage-aggregation and over-the-counter derivatives related legal matters in a fast-paced, high volume business environment.
Your role :
- Learning about the regulation of NBC’s securitization, asset acquisition and finance, mortgage aggregation and derivative activities across Canada to assist with monitoring and addressing applicable statutory requirements and managing legal risks
- Providing legal support to NBC’s Asset Acquisition and Finance, Securitization, Mortgage Derivatives Business, Risk Management Solutions Group and Global Securities Finance teams
- Supporting the development, structuring and documentation of public/private securitization transactions, asset acquisition and finance transactions, mortgage aggregation transactions and other complex and structured derivative transactions
- Participating in legislative, business or industry initiatives representing NBC’s legal interests
- Coordinate with and managing internal and external stakeholders including, legal, regulatory, compliance, taxation and accounting
Your team
On the Specialized Transactions and Products, Legal team, you will work with a team of 15 lawyers and paralegals located in both Toronto and Montreal. You will be based in the Toronto office and report directly to the Managing Director, Specialized Transactions and Products, Legal, who is also located in the Toronto office. Our team stands out for its efficiency, responsiveness, availability, expertise, creativity and dynamism.
Basic requirements :
- 5+ years of securities law, secured lending or other transactional role experience working in an in-house legal department or nationally recognized law firm
- LL.B./J.D. from a recognized law school and good standing membership in the Law Society of one of the provinces of Canada
- Subject matter expertise in capital markets legal and regulatory issues and how it operates, with experience advising on Canadian securities and banking law matters and treasury services transactions
- Broad and deep understanding of the legal and regulatory environment governing financial services activities in Canada, US and other G20 countries
Languages:
English
Skills
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- Analytical Skills
- Analytics
- Capital Markets
- Communication
- Multitasking
- Problem Solving
- Regulatory Affairs
- Business Acumen
- Initiative
- Prioritization
- Results oriented
- Legal advice in relevant jurisdiction and area of law
- Transaction Due Diligence
Your benefits
In addition to competitive compensation, upon hiring you’ll be eligible for a wide range of flexible benefits to help promote your wellbeing and that of your family.
* Health and wellness program, including many options
* Flexible group insurance
* Generous pension plan
* Employee Share Ownership Plan
* Employee and Family Assistance Program
* Preferential banking services
* Opportunities to get involved in community initiatives
* Telemedicine service
* Virtual sleep clinic
These are a few of the benefits available to you. We have an offer that keeps up with trends as well as your needs and those of your family.
Our dynamic work environments and cutting-edge collaboration tools foster a positive employee experience. We actively listen to employees’ ideas. Whether through our surveys or programs, regular feedback and ongoing communication is encouraged.
We're putting people first
We're a bank on a human scale that stands out for its courage, entrepreneurial culture, and passion for people. Our mission is to have a positive impact on peoples' lives. Our core values of partnership, agility, and empowerment inspire us, and inclusivity is central to our commitments. We offer a barrier-free workplace that is accessible to all employees.
We want our recruitment process to be fully accessible. If you require accommodation, feel free to let us know during your first conversations with us. We welcome all candidates! What can you bring to our team?
Come live your ambitions with us!
Why work at National Bank?
For an environment that supports your career path
There are many varied opportunities for you to progress and develop, and move ahead in your career. This includes on-the-job learning and training, co-development and pairing with other employees, professional support and mentoring, internal career days or discussion forums with our leaders.
For an inclusive and diverse environment
We foster inclusion in an environment where each person’s unique qualities, whether visible or invisible, are celebrated and valued. We welcome all candidates! What can you bring to our team?
Come live your ambitions at National Bank - YouTube
Photo image of National Bank of Canada
National Bank of Canada
2.64K subscribers
Come live your ambitions at National Bank
National Bank of Canada
Join our talent community
Sign up to get information on what’s new for your career and our events.
Access your profile
Complete your profile for a personalized experience and search made easy with job alerts relevant to you.
About National Bank of Canada
At National Bank, we believe in the potential of each individual, and that even the smallest gestures can make a big difference. When we help others accomplish their projects, we help empower them and the community at large.
We try to make a difference through innovation, but above all, by putting people first. By taking the time to listen and letting our actions speak for themselves. By remaining bold and passionate. By developing lasting relationships as partners and allies.
Together we can achieve great things and create a positive impact.
Want to learn more about us?
For advice on your personal finances, visit: nbc.ca/advice For advice on your business, visit: nbc.ca/business For career opportunities, visit: jobs.nbc.ca For all the latest news, visit: nbc.ca/news
By clicking "Follow" above, you may receive communications from National Bank, either in your LinkedIn inbox or by other means via LinkedIn, about products and services that could interest you. Learn more at: www.nbc.ca/socialnetworks.