Senior Counsel, Canadian Personal & Business Banking

BMO Financial Group; Toronto; On-site; CAD 111,000 - 208,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider in Toronto seeks a Senior Counsel to provide regulatory legal advice and expert guidance on lending, real estate, and retail banking. The candidate will collaborate with senior leaders, tackle complex legal matters, and must have at least 7 years of relevant legal practice. A law degree and in-depth regulatory knowledge are required, along with strong negotiation and communication skills. This role offers competitive compensation and the opportunity to grow within a prestigious firm.

Benefits

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Accident and life insurance

Retirement savings plans

Performance-based incentives

Discretionary bonuses

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of legal practice or equivalent education and experience.
• Private practice, in-house or regulatory body experience in financial services.
• Knowledge of business and regulatory environment for BMO.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on bank products and regulatory laws.
• Make recommendations to senior leaders on strategy and initiatives.
• Act as subject-matter expert for stakeholders.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Verbal & written communication skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Influence skills

Collaboration & team skills

Data driven decision making

Education

Degree in law (LLB or JD)

Job description

A leading financial services provider in Toronto seeks a Senior Counsel to provide regulatory legal advice and expert guidance on lending, real estate, and retail banking. The candidate will collaborate with senior leaders, tackle complex legal matters, and must have at least 7 years of relevant legal practice. A law degree and in-depth regulatory knowledge are required, along with strong negotiation and communication skills. This role offers competitive compensation and the opportunity to grow within a prestigious firm.