Financial Services Lawyer

Testing four company; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the legal services industry seeks Financial Services Lawyers to collaborate with major banking institutions in Canada. This role involves developing compliance policies, communicating with stakeholders, and analyzing market behaviors. Candidates should have extensive experience in financial regulations and derivatives law, offering a chance to grow in a supportive environment that values diversity and professional development.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits

Access to professional development resources

Flexible working arrangements with remote options

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in the financial services industry with knowledge of operational units.
• Proficiency in drafting ISDA Derivatives Master Agreements.
• Experience in derivatives and securities law preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft, negotiate, plan, and implement compliance policies.
• Identify behaviors of concern and conduct data analysis.
• Assess, monitor, and report on compliance risks.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Data analysis

Stakeholder communication

Education

Member in good standing with Law Society

Job description

We are currently seeking Financial Services Lawyers to work with Canada’s largest in-house financial and banking institutions.

Responsibilities :

• Draft, negotiate, plan, and implement compliance policies and procedures for regulatory matters and business units.
• Identify behaviors of concern in the financial services industry, draft business requirements documents, and conduct data analysis.
• Communicate effectively with various stakeholders, managing complex terms in a simple and clear manner.
• Assess, monitor, manage, and report on compliance risks, with a deep understanding of banking regulatory requirements.

Minimum Qualifications :

• 4+ years of experience in the financial services industry, with knowledge of bank business lines and operational units.
• Experience with derivatives, securities law, and related regulatory compliance is an asset.
• Proficiency in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating ISDA Derivatives Master Agreements.
• Experience with ISDA documentation within a corporate or financial institution is a plus.
• Member in good standing with your respective Law Society.

Compensation, Benefits & Location :

This role offers competitive compensation and benefits, including medical, dental, and more. Axiom provides access to professional development resources and learning programs. Most work is remote, with some on-site requirements depending on client needs.

Axiom is a global leader in on-demand legal talent, operating across North America, the UK, Europe, and APAC. We enable legal departments to enhance efficiency and growth through high-quality alternative legal services.

We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and social engagement. Recognized as a top employer for LGBTQ+ equality and Mansfield certified, we aim for at least 50% diverse candidates in leadership and outside counsel roles.

Learn more about working at Axiom.

We ensure equal employment opportunities, prohibiting discrimination or harassment based on various protected characteristics. We provide accommodations for persons with disabilities throughout the recruitment process, in accordance with applicable laws.

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Employment may depend on background checks, proof of identity, and legal authorization to work.

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