Corporate Trust Officer (18 Months Contract)

TMX; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

TMX is seeking a Corporate Trust Officer for an 18-month contract in Montreal. The role involves managing client accounts, negotiating agreements, and ensuring compliance with legal standards. Candidates should have a university degree in law, business, or finance, along with relevant experience in the finance or corporate sector. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential, with proficiency in English and French preferred. Join TMX to contribute to economic growth and innovation in a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Culture of flexibility

Support for wellness

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of experience in finance, corporate, or securities industry OR 1-3 years as a practicing lawyer.
• Excellent communication skills in English; French is an asset.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate trust and non-trust agreements, assess risks, and recommend acceptance of new business.
• Review legal documentation related to corporate financing and transactions.
• Provide excellent customer service to clients and legal counsel.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Relationship building

Organizational skills

Education

University Degree in law, business, commerce, or finance

Job description

Venture outside the ordinary - TMX Careers

The TMX group of companies includes leading global exchanges such as the Toronto Stock Exchange, Montreal Exchange, and numerous innovative organizations enhancing capital markets. United as a global team, we're connecting cross-functionally, traversing industries and geographies, moving opportunity into action, advancing global economic growth, and propelling progress. Through a rich exchange of ideas, meaningful collaboration, and a nimble operating model, we're powering some of the nation's most critical systems, fueling capital formation and innovation, bringing increased opportunity to business visionaries, product ingenuity to consumers, and career exploration to our team.

Ready to be part of the action?

Now Hiring: Corporate Trust Officer (18 Months Contract)

The Corporate Trust Officer manages and directs the administration of a portfolio of Corporate Trust client accounts. Responsibilities include reviewing and negotiating appointment documents, ensuring risk is minimized and administrative duties are clear. The role also involves supporting the Transfer Agent business in collaboration with the Client Management team.

Location: Montreal, Hybrid (2 days/week in-office)

Key Accountabilities:

1. Negotiate trust and non-trust agreements, assess risks, and recommend acceptance of new business and fees.
2. Review legal documentation related to corporate financing and transactions to ensure compliance and protection standards.
3. Represent TSX Trust in managing client accounts, working with legal counsel and client officers on various matters.
4. Analyze agreements, coordinate with business units, and ensure contractual compliance and account monitoring.
5. Prepare correspondence, resolve fees, and coordinate billing processes.
6. Provide excellent customer service to clients, legal counsel, and investors.
7. Identify issues, escalate with analysis and recommendations.
8. Maintain knowledge of relevant law, finance, and internal policies.
9. Seek opportunities for new business and product development.

Minimum Qualifications:

• University Degree in law, business, commerce, or finance.
• 4-6 years of experience in finance, corporate, or securities industry OR 1-3 years as a practicing lawyer.
• Strong analytical skills and judgment.
• Excellent communication skills in English; French is an asset.
• Highly organized with attention to detail.
• Proactive relationship builder with client focus.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.
• Capable of managing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Nice to Have:

• Canadian Securities Course.
• Experience in operations, structured finance, or project finance.

In the Market For…

• Excitement: Exploring emerging technologies, innovation, digital finance.
• Connection: Leveraging multicultural hubs for global impact.
• Impact: Powering systems that drive economic growth and social good.
• Wellness: Promoting a culture of flexibility, balance, and support.
• Growth: Embracing a growth mindset and expanding opportunities.