Chief Legal Advisor

7 days ago

Montreal, Quebec, Canada National Bank of Canada Full time
Job Title: Chief Legal Advisor

A career as a Senior Legal Advisor in the Screening and Regulatory Financial Transactions Reporting team, within the Compliance sector at National Bank, means acting as an expert with the Head of International Sanctions for screening activities.

This role involves working closely with the PCMLTF compliance program team for regulatory reporting to FINTRAC and acting as a liaison among compliance partners.

This position allows you to have a positive impact on our organization through your leadership and communication skills with stakeholders in different sectors.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide expert interpretations pertaining to screening activities and regulatory reporting to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, internal standards, and the organization's risk appetite
  • Develop a vision for our international sanctions screening and regulatory reporting activities, in collaboration with senior management, by suggesting innovative ideas
  • Lead governance activities for international sanctions screening and regulatory reporting to FINTRAC
  • Present to management the statutes on the state of risks, the issues, the incidents, and the mitigation measures to be implemented

As part of the Compliance sector, you'll be on a team of 15 colleagues and you'll report to the Senior Manager of Independent Evaluation, Screening and Regulatory reporting Team.

You will work in a stimulating environment that stands out for the diversity of its expertise.

Requirements:
  • University degree in law and 7 to 10 years of relevant experience
  • Barreau du Québec member or legal advisor
  • Experience in financial crime management, compliance, and/or risk management
  • In-depth knowledge of anti-money laundering and international sanctions activities

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.

Flexible group insurance, generous pension plan, opportunities to get involved in community initiatives, virtual sleep clinic, and regular feedback and ongoing communication are encouraged.

We're a bank on a human scale that stands out for its courage, entrepreneurial culture, and passion for people.

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