legal counsel

Legal Counsel ? Securities & Regulatory Compliance Join a recognized organization where your contribution will help address strategic legal and regulatory matters that have a direct impact on business operations. In a collaborative and constantly evolving environment, you will work on a variety of files while benefiting from competitive compensation, a hybrid work model, comprehensive benefits, and excellent opportunities for professional growth. What is in it for you: ? Annual salary between 95K-110K. ? Permanent full-time daytime position. ? Flexible schedule with 2 remote workdays per week. ? 3 weeks of vacation, 5 sick days, and 1 personal day. ? Comprehensive group insurance plan after three months of service, including medical and dental coverage, a health spending account, an employee assistance program, and telemedicine services. ? Registered Retirement Savings Plan with employer contributions after three months of service. ? Monthly social activities and team events. ? Professional development and career advancement opportunities. ? Modern downtown offices, easily accessible by public transit, with a 20% discount on the OPUS card. ? Complimentary beverages and snacks available daily at the office. Responsibilities: ? Serve as legal counsel to the Chief Compliance Officer, senior management, and business units on legal and regulatory matters affecting the organization?s activities. ? Support the Chief Compliance Officer and compliance teams in interpreting and applying laws, regulations, CIRO rules, CSA requirements, and other applicable regulatory obligations. ? Advise the organization on internal investigations, disciplinary matters, compliance breaches, and the determination of appropriate corrective measures. ? Support the management of client complaints, litigation, mediations, arbitrations, and other disputes involving the organization. ? Advise and assist advisors in managing files involving vulnerable clients, including matters related to financial exploitation, abuse, decision-making capacity, and regulatory requirements for investor protection. ? Assist the organization in its dealings with regulatory authorities, including inspections, investigations, information requests, and consultations. ? Participate in the drafting, review, and updating of policies, procedures, guidelines, and other governance documents from a legal perspective. ? Draft, review, and negotiate various contracts, commercial agreements, and other legal documents. ? Conduct legal and regulatory monitoring, analyze new requirements, and recommend actions necessary for implementation. ? Prepare legal opinions and advisory memoranda to support business decisions and strategic initiatives. ? Participate in the analysis and preparation of submissions and comment letters to regulatory authorities as part of consultations or regulatory reform initiatives. ? Advise the organization regarding complex or sensitive situations involving advisors, clients, or dealer activities, including conflicts of interest, professional conduct, client protection, and risk management. ? Contribute to strategic business projects by assessing legal and regulatory implications of new initiatives, products, and services from the early stages. ? Collaborate with, support, and advise the organization on compliance action plans, programs, solutions, and tools. ? Act as a change agent with managers and stakeholders on co