Senior Legal Advisor

As a Senior Legal Advisor within the Operational Compliance team, you act as a compliance expert supporting the sectors of the Investment Operations Group. This role allows you to have a tangible impact on governance by ensuring regulatory standards are met, implementing industry best practices, and influencing strategic decisions.

Joining our team means contributing to large-scale projects, growing in a stimulating and collaborative environment, and making a real difference in compliance governance.

Your Role

• Ensure the effective application of compliance policies in supported sectors through projects, targeted reviews, and specific cases.
• Act as an expert with government authorities regarding registered plans, and address complex regulatory issues.
• Lead process changes related to compliance, anticipating their impact on future operations.
• Chair governance committees involving partners and compliance, and represent the organization in industry forums.
• Proactively monitor regulatory developments, maintain up-to-date requirements, and communicate compliance obligations to teams.
• Provide strategic recommendations during the implementation of new processes to ensure regulatory compliance and operational efficiency.
• Support teams during internal and external audits, ensuring consistency and rigor in compliance practices.

Your Team

Within the Investment Operations sector, you’ll be part of a team of 15 colleagues and report to the Senior Director, Operational Compliance and QI-QDD Programs. Our team is known for its collaborative and enjoyable atmosphere, while maintaining rigor and agility in a constantly evolving environment. Everyone actively contributes to high-value, practical solutions.

We promote a variety of continuous learning approaches to support your development, including hands‑on learning, accessible training content, and collaborative work with colleagues from diverse areas of expertise.

Prerequisites

• A completed Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least 6 years of relevant experience, or a completed Master’s degree and at least 4 years of relevant experience.
• Member in good standing of the Chambre des notaires du Québec or the Barreau du Québec.
• Strong knowledge of wealth management requirements, AML/ATF, and relevant experience in compliance.
• Excellent skills in analysis, influence, and communication.

Your benefits

• 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.

Additional required languages: English, French.

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!