Associate Director & Senior Counsel, Equity Derivatives
About the role
Job Description
As an Associate Director & Senior Counsel, you will be responsible for providing legal advice and support to the Equity Derivatives business. You will work closely with business leaders and other stakeholders to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Main Responsibilities
- Provide legal advice on a wide range of equity derivatives products and transactions.
- Draft and negotiate documentation related to equity derivatives transactions.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify and mitigate legal risks.
- Stay updated on regulatory changes affecting the equity derivatives market.
Required Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Admission to the bar in the relevant jurisdiction.
- 5+ years of experience in a legal role, preferably in financial services or capital markets.
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong understanding of equity derivatives products and markets.
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
Additional Information
- Type: Full time
- Application Deadline: 07/31/2025
- Req ID: R-0000111864
About RBC
Royal Bank of Canada is a global financial institution with a purpose-driven, principles-led approach to delivering leading performance. Our success comes from the 94,000+ employees who leverage their imaginations and insights to bring our vision, values and strategy to life so we can help our clients thrive and communities prosper. As Canada's biggest bank and one of the largest in the world, based on market capitalization, we have a diversified business model with a focus on innovation and providing exceptional experiences to our more than 17 million clients in Canada, the U.S. and 27 other countries. Learn more at rbc.com. We are proud to support a broad range of community initiatives through donations, community investments and employee volunteer activities. See how at www.rbc.com/community-social-impact.
http://rbc.com/legalstuff.
La Banque Royale du Canada est une institution financière mondiale définie par sa raison d'être, guidée par des principes et orientée vers l'excellence en matière de rendement. Notre succès est attribuable aux quelque 94 000+ employés qui mettent à profit leur créativité et leur savoir faire pour concrétiser notre vision, nos valeurs et notre stratégie afin que nous puissions contribuer à la prospérité de nos clients et au dynamisme des collectivités. Selon la capitalisation boursière, nous sommes la plus importante banque du Canada et l'une des plus grandes banques du monde. Nous avons adopté un modèle d'affaires diversifié axé sur l'innovation et l'offre d'expériences exceptionnelles à nos plus de 17 millions de clients au Canada, aux États Unis et dans 27 autres pays. Pour en savoir plus, visitez le site rbc.com/francais
Nous sommes fiers d'appuyer une grande diversité d'initiatives communautaires par des dons, des investissements dans la collectivité et le travail bénévole de nos employés. Pour de plus amples renseignements, visitez le site www.rbc.com/collectivite-impact-social.
https://www.rbc.com/conditions-dutilisation/
Associate Director & Senior Counsel, Equity Derivatives
About the role
Job Description
As an Associate Director & Senior Counsel, you will be responsible for providing legal advice and support to the Equity Derivatives business. You will work closely with business leaders and other stakeholders to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Main Responsibilities
- Provide legal advice on a wide range of equity derivatives products and transactions.
- Draft and negotiate documentation related to equity derivatives transactions.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify and mitigate legal risks.
- Stay updated on regulatory changes affecting the equity derivatives market.
Required Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Admission to the bar in the relevant jurisdiction.
- 5+ years of experience in a legal role, preferably in financial services or capital markets.
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong understanding of equity derivatives products and markets.
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
Additional Information
- Type: Full time
- Application Deadline: 07/31/2025
- Req ID: R-0000111864
About RBC
Royal Bank of Canada is a global financial institution with a purpose-driven, principles-led approach to delivering leading performance. Our success comes from the 94,000+ employees who leverage their imaginations and insights to bring our vision, values and strategy to life so we can help our clients thrive and communities prosper. As Canada's biggest bank and one of the largest in the world, based on market capitalization, we have a diversified business model with a focus on innovation and providing exceptional experiences to our more than 17 million clients in Canada, the U.S. and 27 other countries. Learn more at rbc.com. We are proud to support a broad range of community initiatives through donations, community investments and employee volunteer activities. See how at www.rbc.com/community-social-impact.
http://rbc.com/legalstuff.
La Banque Royale du Canada est une institution financière mondiale définie par sa raison d'être, guidée par des principes et orientée vers l'excellence en matière de rendement. Notre succès est attribuable aux quelque 94 000+ employés qui mettent à profit leur créativité et leur savoir faire pour concrétiser notre vision, nos valeurs et notre stratégie afin que nous puissions contribuer à la prospérité de nos clients et au dynamisme des collectivités. Selon la capitalisation boursière, nous sommes la plus importante banque du Canada et l'une des plus grandes banques du monde. Nous avons adopté un modèle d'affaires diversifié axé sur l'innovation et l'offre d'expériences exceptionnelles à nos plus de 17 millions de clients au Canada, aux États Unis et dans 27 autres pays. Pour en savoir plus, visitez le site rbc.com/francais
Nous sommes fiers d'appuyer une grande diversité d'initiatives communautaires par des dons, des investissements dans la collectivité et le travail bénévole de nos employés. Pour de plus amples renseignements, visitez le site www.rbc.com/collectivite-impact-social.
https://www.rbc.com/conditions-dutilisation/