Legal Counsel or Director, Legal Affairs

PSP Investments; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading pension investment manager in Canada as a Legal Counsel or Director of Legal Affairs. In this role, you will provide high-quality legal advice on compliance with securities laws and corporate activities, contributing to the review of investment agreements and corporate initiatives. This innovative firm values collaboration and offers a diverse, inclusive work environment where you can thrive. With a commitment to career development and a comprehensive benefits package, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in a growing organization. Embrace the chance to work with talented professionals and enhance your legal expertise in a dynamic setting.

Benefits

Comprehensive group insurance plans

Competitive pension plans

Unlimited access to virtual healthcare services

Gender-inclusive paid family leave policy

Personalized family-building support

Vacation days available on day one

Summer Friday afternoons off

Investment in career development

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience as a lawyer in securities law or corporate transactions.
• Bilingual in English and French for effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on securities laws and regulatory matters.
• Review investment management agreements and corporate policies.

Skills

Securities Law

Corporate Transactions

Regulatory Compliance

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Bilingualism (English and French)

Education

University Degree in Law

Member of the Bar Association

Job description

ABOUT US

We’re one of Canada’s largest pension investment managers, with CAD$264.9 billion of net assets as of March 31, 2024.

We invest funds for the pension plans of the federal public service, the Canadian Forces, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and the Reserve Force. Headquartered in Ottawa, PSP Investments has its principal business office in Montréal and offices in New York, London and Hong Kong.

Capturing and leading complex global investments requires us to work as one to seize valuable opportunities, in close collaboration with some of the world’s top companies. At PSP, you’ll join a team of motivated and engaged professionals, dedicated to propelling our organization further than ever before.

EXPERIENCE THE EDGE

At PSP, we encourage our employees to grow, forge powerful relationships, contribute and fuel inspired investment launchpads. We are committed to a culture that fosters collaboration and allows us to think beyond, in an interconnected way. We advocate for our employees to speak-up, learn, experiment, share, and be part of an inclusive work environment where diversity is embraced.

ABOUT YOUR ROLE

Reporting to the Senior Director, Legal Affairs, the incumbent will provide high quality legal advice, guidance and services, with respect to compliance with laws relevant to PSP’s investment and corporate activities, including in relation to securities laws and regulations.

As Legal Counsel or Director, Legal Affairs, you’ll:

1. Provide advice to PSP teams with respect to securities laws and other regulatory matters
2. Provide advice and support on PSP’s debt programs and sustainability reporting
3. Contribute to the review of investment management and other types of agreements relating to the investment management of assets by PSP
4. Participate in corporate initiatives, including leading or participating in working groups, and drafting and reviewing policies, procedures, compliance programs and processes
5. Coordinate and supervise the legal work performed by approved external legal counsels worldwide in accordance with internal policies

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

1. A University degree in Law
2. Member of the Bar Association of any of the Canadian provinces or territories
3. Five (5) to ten (10) years of relevant experience as a lawyer in securities law and/or corporate transaction gained in private practice or as in-house counsel for a large organization
4. Experience in securities laws and other regulatory compliance regimes is an asset
5. Hardworking, highly professional and autonomous
6. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
7. Proactive
8. Ability to effectively manage competing priorities and work on numerous files
9. Highly competent, analytical and precise
10. A team player
11. Flexible, interested in working in and contributing to a growing organization
12. Bilingualism: English and French (frequent interactions in English with PSP employees based in our offices in Hong Kong, London and New York, and interactions in French with employees in our local offices in Montreal and Ottawa)

We offer a tailored employee experience and competitive total rewards and benefits package designed to attract and retain global diverse talent, reward performance, and reinforce business strategies and priorities. Beyond salary and incentive pay eligibility, you have access to:

1. Investment in career development
2. Comprehensive group insurance plans
3. Competitive pension plans
4. Unlimited access to virtual healthcare services and wellness programs
5. Gender-inclusive paid family leave policy: up to 26 weeks for primary caregivers, 5 weeks for secondary caregivers
6. A personalized family-building support, from pre-pregnancy to menopause, with available financial assistance
7. Vacation days available on day one with additional days on milestone service anniversaries, and summer Friday afternoons off
8. A hybrid work model with a mix of in-office and remote days

*Benefits package may vary based on your employee type.

At PSP, we aim to provide an inclusive workplace where we leverage diversity and where everyone feels valued, safe, respected and empowered to grow. As part of this leadership commitment, we strongly encourage applications from all qualified applicants and strive to offer an inclusive and accessible candidate experience. If you require any accommodation for any part of the recruitment process, please let us know.

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