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Senior Legal Advisor (Hybrid)National Bank • Montreal, Quebec
Senior Legal Advisor (Hybrid)

Senior Legal Advisor (Hybrid)

National Bank • Montreal, Quebec
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
  • Permanent
Job description

Attendance

Hybrid

Job number

30852

Category

Senior Professional

Status : Permanent

Type of Contract

Permanent

Schedule : Full-Time

Full Time / Part Time?

Full-Time

Posting date

11-Feb-2026

Area(s) of interest : Legal

Location(s) : Montreal

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 12 colleagues and report to the Senior Director, Operational Compliance. 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
  • Languages : English, French

    Reason to require this language : you will need to discuss frequently with our service providers or partners who speak a language other than French.

    Skills

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    Analytical Skills

    Governance

    Risk and Compliance

    Investments

    Legal Advice

    Legal Compliance

    Regulatory Compliance

    Relationship Building

    Detail-oriented

    Learning Agility

    Resiliency

    Strategic Thinking

    Influencing

    Proactivity

    Rigor

    Your benefits

    In addition to competitive compensation, upon hiring you’ll be eligible for a wide range of flexible benefits to help promote your wellbeing and that of your family.

  • 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
  • These are a few of the benefits available to you. We have an offer that keeps up with trends as well as your needs and those of your family.

    Our dynamic work environments and cutting-edge collaboration tools foster a positive employee experience. We actively listen to employees’ ideas. Whether through our surveys or programs, regular feedback and ongoing communication is encouraged.

    We're putting people first

    We're a bank on a human scale that stands out for its courage, entrepreneurial culture, and passion for people.   Our mission is to have a positive impact on peoples' lives. Our core values of partnership, agility, and empowerment inspire us, and inclusivity is central to our commitments. We offer a barrier-free workplace that is accessible to all employees.

    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! What can you bring to our team?

    Come live your ambitions with us!

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