Senior legal advisor

3 weeks ago

Montreal Quebec GF, CA National Bank Full time

A career as a legal advisor at the Privacy Office means being at the heart of the National Bank of Canada's innovative activities and priorities of tomorrow. This job allows you to have a positive impact on our organization, thanks to your passion for legal and governance issues related to artificial intelligence and privacy.

This position also offers you the opportunity to learn and surpass yourself in files requiring knowledge in several other areas of law such as commercial agreements, acquisitions and financing, employment law, governance and treasury, intellectual property and marketing. This is a unique opportunity to join our team

Your job:

  • Provide legal advice and intervene in strategic matters that have a significant impact on the activities, operations and results of National Bank of Canada and its subsidiaries
  • Conduct analysis and research, issue legal opinions, and make recommendations to ensure the development and protection of National Bank of Canada and its subsidiaries
  • Understand the impact of regulatory requirements on the operations of National Bank of Canada and its subsidiaries
  • Improve internal processes and increase institutional knowledge
  • Analyze, interpret and review various reports and legal documents to protect the rights of National Bank of Canada

Your team:

Being part of the large Legal Affairs team within the Privacy Office means working in a dynamic work environment with colleagues who bring to life the values of complicity, agility and power to act on a daily basis, all in our new, colourful and innovative collaborative spaces. This position reports to a Senior Director, Privacy Sector

Our apprenticeship-in-action training programs allow you to master your craft. Customized training content on topics such as artificial intelligence, data and privacy is available to support your continuous learning. Access to colleagues with different expertise, experiences and diverse profiles enriches your development from all points of view.

Basic requirements

  • Bachelor of Laws and 5 years of experience in one of the following areas of law: artificial intelligence, technology, privacy, governance
  • Member of the Quebec Bar
  • Willingness and ability to learn and contribute in multiple areas of law
  • Experience in the banking industry an asset
  • Possess good judgment and business acumen
  • Propensity to offer efficient and quality service to business partners
  • Proactive, Leadership and Initiative
  • Ability to manage priorities and a large volume of files
  • Experience in a large firm desirable


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

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