Scotiabank

Senior Legal Counsel, Global Asset Management

Scotiabank$125K — $150K *
Legal & Accounting
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of legal experience focused on asset management
  • Graduation from a recognized law school
  • Membership in a Canadian provincial Law Society
  • Deep knowledge of regulatory and securities law
  • Exceptional attention to detail and strong analytical skills

Responsibilities

  • Provide expert legal counsel on investment funds and global operations
  • Draft and negotiate investment fund and commercial agreements
  • Research regulatory developments and advise on implications
  • Identify legal and regulatory risks
  • Manage and review work of external counsel efficiently
  • Participate in cross-functional teams to enhance collaboration
  • Foster strong relationships with internal business units

Benefits

  • Join a high-performance and inclusive work environment
  • Be part of an innovative and collaborative team
  • Access to comprehensive benefits plan
  • Opportunity to make a positive community impact
  • Recognition and support for career advancement through training
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 271239

The Senior Legal Counsel provides expert legal advice and co-ordination of legal services to Scotia Global Asset Management (GAM), with respect to GAM's global business operating model and activities. Contributes to the overall success of the Legal Department in Canada ensuring specific individual goals, plans, initiatives are executed / delivered in support of the team's business strategies and objectives. Ensures all activities conducted are in compliance with governing regulations, internal policies and procedures.

Is this role right for you? In this role you will:
• Provide expert legal counsel to SGAM and its functional support groups on a broad range of complex matters including but not limited to:
o advising on all aspects of the life-cycle of publicly and privately offered investment funds (including development, structuring, and offering documents)
o providing legal analysis and advice on the execution of SGAM's increasingly globally oriented target operating model involving Canada and numerous other geographic jurisdictions.
o drafting and negotiating specialized investment fund documents such as investment management and sub-advisory agreements
o researching securities law regulatory developments and advising on implications to inform SGAM's practices and documentation
o identifying legal and regulatory risks
o advising on policies and procedures
o drafting and negotiating commercial agreements and documentation
o creating and maintaining systems and precedents within the Legal Department
o investigating and resolving ad hoc legal issues.
o developing and maintaining strong working relationships with internal business units
• Exercise judgment to prioritize workload in a constantly shifting environment.
• Champion a customer focused culture to deepen client relationships and leverage broader Bank relationships, systems and knowledge.
• Direct and review legal work being performed by outside counsel. Optimizing external counsel resources where required to ensure that work is performed efficiently and within agreed to budgets.
• Active participant on cross functional working groups within SGAM.
• Understand how the Bank's risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in day-to-day activities and decisions.
• Champion a high performance environment and contributes to an inclusive work environment.
• Champion a "team first" environment and maintains a focus on constant improvement in order to optimize SGAM legal services for the business.

Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed? - We would love to work with you if you have:
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant legal experience, with a focus on the asset management industry
• Graduated from a recognized law school.
• Membership in the Law Society of one of the provinces of Canada.
• Significant regulatory and securities law knowledge.
• High level of attention to detail, diligence, analytical, human relations and communications skills.
• Established problem solving skills and ability to prioritize in a constantly shifting environment.

What's in it for you?
• Champion a high-performance environment and contribute to an inclusive work environment.
• The opportunity to join a forward-thinking organization where you are surrounded by a collaborative team of innovative thinkers.
• A competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits plan.
• An organization committed to making a difference in our communities - for you and our customers.
• You can expect to be recognized and rewarded for high-performance; you will be supported by leadership through meaningful development conversations that enable faster advancement and internal training to support your growth and development.

Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto

About Scotiabank

Scotiabankers are committed to helping individuals, companies, and communities to thrive in a changing world. From personal and business banking, brokerage, and insurance, to private wealth, and the most sophisticated commercial, corporate and institutional services, they serve the diverse needs of some 21 million customers in more than 55 countries. Founded in 1832 in Halifax, Nova Scotia, their growth has always been fuelled by the success of their customers and their longevity secured by an unshakable commitment to carefully and expertly managing risk and capital. That focus on doing what's right for customers—short- andlong-term—has made us a global financial services leader. Headquartered in Canada, they are over 86, 000 Scotiabankers strong. Each of us are committed to being the best at understanding their customers' needs and all of us working together to deliver practical advice and relevant solutions that help their customers become financially better off.

Scotiabank Careers

Join Scotiabank, a premier financial institution, and become part of a diverse and inclusive team that’s leading the way in global banking. At Scotiabank, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for professional growth and innovation in the financial services industry.

Work You’ll Do

At Scotiabank, we’re not just filling positions; we’re cultivating leaders. Dive into a workplace where diversity training and leadership development shape the path to your future. Our commitment to professional growth is evident in our robust training programs and continuous learning opportunities that foster innovation and strategic thinking.

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Whether you’re looking for a full-time position, an internship, or a leadership role, Scotiabank has a spectrum of opportunities to fit your career ambitions. Our team is composed of individuals who bring a wealth of skills and perspectives to our company, driving us forward with their creativity and strategic insights.

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Scotiabank’s culture is one of collaboration and respect, where each team member’s contribution is valued. Engage in meaningful work that challenges you to leverage your skills and push the boundaries of what’s possible in the banking sector. Our innovative projects not only support the growth of the company but also ensure our position as a leader in the industry.

Benefits and Growth

Choosing a career at Scotiabank means opting for a life of growth and opportunity. Our employees enjoy competitive benefits, including comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, and flexible working conditions, all designed to support your career and personal life. We believe in nurturing our team’s potential by providing them with the tools they need to succeed both professionally and personally.

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Ready to take the next step in your career? Explore the job opportunities at Scotiabank by searching our open positions that match your skills and interests. We are continuously hiring and looking for passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players.

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