Description
A career as a Senior Legal Counsel in the Legal Affairs sector within the Privacy team at National Bank, means being involved in a variety of initiatives that allow you to learn and excel in files that require knowledge in several fields of law, including privacy, data, artificial intelligence, technology, business agreements, mergers and acquisitions, litigation, employment law, governance and marketing. This role allows you to have a positive impact on our organization through your legal reasoning, business reflexes, curiosity, adaptability, interpersonal skills and analytical skills.
Your role
- Act as a Senior Legal Counsel on the Privacy team, providing legal advice on a wide range of topics and initiatives
- Provide legal advice and intervene in strategic files that have a significant impact on the activities, operations and results of National Bank of Canada and its subsidiaries
- Carry out analyses and research, issue legal opinions and make recommendations to ensure the development and protection of National Bank of Canada and its subsidiaries
- Understand the impact of regulatory requirements on the activities of National Bank of Canada and its subsidiaries
- Improve internal processes and increase institutional knowledge
- Analyze, interpret and review various reports and legal documents to protect the rights of National Bank of Canada
- Participate in committees or special projects and represent National Bank of Canada with various external organizations
Your team
Within the Legal Affairs sector, you are part of a multidisciplinary team of several colleagues and report to the Senior Manager of the Privacy team. Our team offers training, support and development opportunities in emerging fields of practice. This is a unique chance to join our team!
Our goal is to offer you maximum flexibility in your work to promote your quality of life. This includes hybrid work in the office and remotely, working hours to reconcile work and personal life, and flexible leave at times that matter.
The Bank values continuous development and internal mobility. Our personalized training programs, based on on-the-job learning, help you master your profession and develop new fields of expertise. Tools such as the Data Academy, language training, the Harvard Learning Centre and coaching and mentoring support are available to you at any time.
Prerequisites
- Bachelor's degree in law and 2 to 5 years of relevant experience
- Member of the Quebec Bar or the Chambre des notaires du Québec
- Experience in one of the following fields of law: Privacy, data, artificial intelligence, commercial agreements, litigation and employment law or governance
- Desire and ability to learn and contribute in several fields of law
- Sound judgement and business acumen
- Ability to manage priorities and a large volume of files
* 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 * Involvement in community initiatives * Telemedicine service * Virtual sleep clinic
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 value employees’ ideas. Whether through our surveys or programs, regular feedback and ongoing communication are encouraged.
Making a bold move in a people-first environment 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 people’s lives. Our core values of partnership, agility, and empowerment inspire us, and inclusion is central to our commitments. We aim, wherever possible, to provide a barrier-free and accessible environment to all employees.
We strive to provide accessibility measures throughout the recruitment process within the limits of our available resources. If you require accommodations, feel free to let us know during our initial conversations. We welcome all candidates! What can you bring to our team?
Join us!
