Senior Legal Counsel, Financial Services

4 days ago


Toronto, Ontario, Canada BMO Financial Group Full time $109,200 - $202,800
Job Description

BMO Financial Group is seeking a highly skilled Senior Legal Counsel to join our team. As a key member of our legal department, you will provide expert legal advice and guidance to support the delivery of our business objectives.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide legal advice and guidance to senior leaders and stakeholders on complex legal matters.
  • Develop and implement legal strategies to minimize risk and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to design and implement legal advice strategies and approaches.
  • Act as a subject matter expert on relevant laws, regulations, and policies.
  • Identify and resolve complex legal issues and negotiate resolutions.
  • Deliver legal advice, instruct external counsel, and ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures.
Requirements
  • Typically 7 years of legal practice or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Degree in law (LLB or JD) and license to practice law in relevant jurisdiction.
  • Private practice or in-house experience in financial services, consumer protection regulatory, bankruptcy, restructuring, commercial transactions.
  • Knowledge in legal field, typically with a functional or business line specialization.
  • Knowledge of business and regulatory environment in which BMO Financial Group operates.
  • Advanced knowledge of subject matter legal requirements and the operations of a single client group.
  • Negotiation skills - in-depth.
  • Seasoned professional with a combination of education, experience, and industry knowledge.
  • Verbal & written communication skills - In-depth / Expert.
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills - In-depth / Expert.
  • Influence skills - In-depth / Expert.
  • Collaboration & team skills; with a focus on cross-group collaboration - In-depth / Expert.
  • Able to manage ambiguity.
  • Data-driven decision making - In-depth / Expert.
What We Offer

BMO Financial Group offers a competitive salary range of $109,202,800.00, as well as a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident insurance, and life insurance. We also offer a retirement savings plan and opportunities for professional development and growth.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. If you are a motivated and experienced legal professional looking for a new challenge, please submit your application.



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