Compliance Analyst

fasken; Quebec; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Fasken seeks a compliance professional to ensure operational integrity and efficiency within the firm. Responsibilities include managing client files, ensuring compliance with legal obligations, and providing training. A hybrid working environment is offered, promoting a wellness-oriented and inclusive culture.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

Wellness-oriented culture

Flexible work model

Commitment to community through CSR initiatives

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in compliance and professional services.
• Business-level proficiency in English; French valued.
• Exceptional organizational abilities and agility.

Responsibilities

• Opening client files and conducting conflict-of-interest screenings.
• Drafting and updating procedures to ensure compliance.
• Delivering training and creating reference materials on compliance.

Skills

Compliance

Organizational Skills

Microsoft Office

Legal Tech Tools

Education

University Degree

Job description

Fasken is a leading international business law and litigation firm. Our firm’s 950 lawyers are located across offices in Vancouver, Surrey, Calgary, Toronto, Ottawa, Montréal, Québec City, London and Johannesburg and an office in the professional and retail district known as Taza ( / Ta-Zah / ) on Tsuut’ina lands. Providing strategic and thoughtful advice in all areas of business law, our broad range of clients include close to half of the Fortune 100 companies, as well as corporate clients, government agencies, regulatory authorities, non-profit bodies and individuals.Our clients interests are paramount in all that we do and we take pride in supporting our communities. We are a place where bright, talented, and collegial people want to work together and we work hard together to achieve our goals in a collaborative and efficient way.

What You’ll Do

As a key member of our team, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring our firm operates with integrity and efficiency. Your responsibilities will include :

• Opening client filesand conducting conflict-of-interest screenings to support both new matters and lateral lawyer recruitment.
• Building and managing ethical wallsusing InTapp Walls, in coordination with our global offices.
• Generating insightful reportson client and firm files, including during lawyer transitions.
• Drafting and updating proceduresto ensure compliance with legal and regulatory obligations.
• Delivering training and creating reference materialsto support firm-wide understanding of compliance practices.
• Contributing to national compliance initiativesthat shape the future of our firm.

Why You’ll Love Working at Fasken

• Competitive compensationand a comprehensive benefits package.
• A flexible model that adapts to you. This position offers a hybrid working environment. For Indigenous candidates interested in employment on-reserve, there may be an opportunity at Fasken to do so at our Alberta office situated on, west of Calgary. Such candidates are encouraged to speak to Human Resources during the interview process to obtain additional information.
• A wellness oriented culture that cares about our people, including health reimbursements, telemedicine, and a competitive retirement savings plan.
• Inclusive and respectful culturethat values diversity, innovation, and collaboration.
• A commitment to communitythrough meaningful corporate social responsibility initiatives.

About you

• You bring a strong foundation in compliance and professional services, demonstrated through either a university degree with at least one year of relevant experience — or through an equivalent combination of education and hands-on experience that showcases your expertise in legal compliance.
• You have business-level proficiency in English. While French is not required, it’s a valued skilled in our team.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office and comfort with legal tech tools.
• Exceptional organizational abilities and the agility to thrive in a fast-paced setting.
• A high level of professionalism, discretion, and a passion for continuous learning.
• A collaborative spirit and a commitment to delivering outstanding service.

You don’t meet some of the criteria? We still invite you to apply. We recognize talent and capitalize on everyone's potential.

Pay Range

65,000 to $80,000. Pay range to be commensurate with experience.

Diversity and inclusion

At Fasken, we believe in a diverse workplace made up of people with unique experiences and qualities. It is important that all our members find our workplace welcoming and caring. An inclusive workplace creates a fair environment where people are respected and valued.

Accessibility and accommodation

It is important to our Firm that all its members, including those with disabilities, find our workplace to be welcoming and supportive. Reasonable accommodations are available on request for candidates with disabilities taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Background and Reference Checks

Any offer of employment may be conditional upon references and full background checks including a criminal record check, a credit check, employment and educational verifications.