Legal Counsel

Canadian Derivatives Clearing Corporation

Montreal, QC, Canada
Hybrid
Derivatives law experience
Financial market regulation knowledge
Commercial agreement negotiation skills
This role provides critical legal advice to the Regulatory Division of the Montreal Exchange regarding market integrity rules and regulatory obligations

Job Summary

  • This role provides critical legal advice to the Regulatory Division of the Montreal Exchange regarding market integrity rules and regulatory obligations.
  • The position requires a bilingual professional with 4-8 years of experience in derivatives law to negotiate contracts and draft internal policies.
  • Candidates will work in a hybrid environment in Montreal, QC, contributing to mission-critical systems that drive global economic advancement.

Matching Summary

This role provides critical legal advice to the Regulatory Division of the Montreal Exchange regarding market integrity rules and regulatory obligations.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Derivatives law experience
  • Financial market regulation knowledge
  • Commercial agreement negotiation skills
  • Regulatory compliance advisory
  • Bilingual English French communication

Nice-to-have

  • Interest in emerging financial technology
  • Strong analytical and detail orientation
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Team spirit and initiative
  • Experience explaining complex issues concisely

Key Requirements

  • Member in good standing of the Quebec Bar
  • 4 to 8 years experience in derivatives law
  • Authorized to work in Canada without sponsorship

Work Rights

Must be authorized to work in Canada; no sponsorship provided

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