Financial Services Legal Director

19 hours ago


Ottawa, Ontario, Canada ZSA Legal Recruitment Full time
Job Overview

ZSA Legal Recruitment is seeking a highly experienced Financial Services Legal Director to join our client's team. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional with at least 10 years of experience in financial services, banking, policy, insolvency, and/or general corporate law.

About the Role

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing legal teams and will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of the company's legal strategy. The role involves overseeing a range of legal activities, including contract review, dispute resolution, and compliance management.

Responsibilities
  • Lead the legal team and develop a strategic approach to legal risk management
  • Provide guidance on contractual matters and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations
  • Develop and implement policies and procedures to manage legal risks and minimize exposure
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A minimum of 10 years' experience in financial services, banking, policy, insolvency, and/or general corporate law
  • Proven experience in managing legal teams and developing strategic approaches to legal risk management
  • Strong knowledge of relevant laws and regulations, particularly in relation to financial services and corporate governance
Benefits

This is an exceptional opportunity to work with a well-established and respected organization in the field of financial services law. Our client offers a competitive salary package, including a base salary of $120,000 - $150,000 per annum, depending on experience. You will also benefit from:

  • A flexible remote/in-office policy that allows you to work from home or in our office, whichever suits you best
  • A very solid work-life balance that enables you to maintain a healthy lifestyle while still delivering high-quality results


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