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Provides legal services in support of counsel in Investment Banking Legal Group. Supports multiple counsel roles with complex portfolios and operates at various levels within a fast paced, deadline-sensitive environment. Provides assistance to include knowledge management, case research and document drafting (primarily, non-disclosure agreements). Manages or participates in administrative and operational projects, maintains timelines and action plans, prepares correspondence and monitors budget. Leads/participates in special projects assigned by legal counsel. Builds effective relationships with business/group, provides advice on standard processes and ensures compliance with internal procedures. This position is privy to sensitive and confidential Bank Matters which may impact the Bank’s reputational risk.

• Provides advice and guidance to assigned business/group on implementation of solutions.
• Supports the execution of strategic initiatives in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Responds to internal/external inquiries on status of documentation and/or scheduling of activities.
• Gathers and analyzes research data, as required.
• Performs business/situational analysis and recommends alternatives to improve organizational effectiveness.
• Reviews and updates operations manuals.
• Prepares legal documents and reports.
• Conducts research, compiles information and reporting.
• Maintains corporate records and registrations, and corporate database.
• Develops/maintains information management systems and ensures data integrity.
• Handles sensitive/confidential Bank information while minimizing legal risk.
• Arranges requirements and materials for the facilitation of meetings.
• Responds to internal/external inquiries concerning corporate information, legal agreements and certain legal issues.
• Executes work to deliver timely, accurate and efficient services and support.
• Operates effectively in a high stress environment with constantly changing expectations.
• Focus is primarily on business/group within BMO; may have broader, enterprise-wide focus.
• Exercises judgment to identify, diagnose, and solve problems within given rules.
• Works independently on a range of complex tasks, which may include unique situations.
• Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications:

• Typically greater than 5 years of relevant experience and a post-secondary degree in related field of study (Law Clerk Certificate) or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Technical proficiency gained through education and/or business experience.
• Thinks creatively and proposes new solutions.
• Technical proficiency gained through education and/or business experience.
• Verbal & written communication skills - In-depth.
• Collaboration & team skills - In-depth.
• Analytical and problem solving skills - In-depth.
• Influence skills - In-depth.
• Data driven decision making - In-depth.