Senior Counsel Derivatives, Global Asset Management

BMO

Toronto, Canada
Base: $111,800.00 - $208,000.00; bonus/equity: per...
Derivatives legal expertise
Drafting and negotiating isda documentation
Knowledge of listed and otc derivatives
BMO Financial Group is seeking a full-time Senior Counsel to provide expert legal support on derivatives for BMO Global Asset Management’s retail and institutional investment products

Job Summary

  • BMO Financial Group is seeking a full-time Senior Counsel to provide expert legal support on derivatives for BMO Global Asset Management’s retail and institutional investment products.
  • The role involves advising on derivatives laws and regulatory initiatives, drafting and negotiating complex documentation, and managing risks and relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • BMO offers a comprehensive compensation package including salary, performance-based incentives, health insurance, tuition reimbursement, and retirement savings plans.

Matching Summary

BMO Financial Group is seeking a full-time Senior Counsel to provide expert legal support on derivatives for BMO Global Asset Management’s retail and institutional investment products.

Salary

Base: $111,800.00 - $208,000.00; Bonus/Equity: Performance-based incentives and discretionary bonuses; Benefits: Health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, retirement savings plans

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Derivatives legal expertise
  • Drafting and negotiating ISDA documentation
  • Knowledge of listed and OTC derivatives
  • Regulatory compliance in investment funds
  • Relationship management with stakeholders
  • Independent and team work capability

Nice-to-have

  • Solution-oriented mindset
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Ability to effect change with pace
  • Experience supporting evolving business needs

Key Requirements

  • Degree in law (LLB/JD)
  • License to practice law in Canada
  • 5+ years post Call to the Bar experience
  • Expertise in private practice, in-house, or regulatory body
  • Knowledge of Canadian financial regulatory environment

Work Rights

License to practice law in Canada required

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