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In-House
Attorney
Corporate - Securities and Capital Markets
Min 7 yrs required
Senior Counsel (OTC Equity Derivatives/Securities) Responsibilities: Makes recommendations to senior leaders on strategy and new initiatives, based on an in-depth understanding of the business/group. Drafts and negotiates securities-based equity derivative documentation including confirmations, collateral agreements, subscription agreements and ancillary documentation. Participates in the design of legal advice strategies and approaches for capital markets activities and making recommendations to minimize legal issues, create efficiencies and contribute to growth. Acts as the prime subject matter expert for internal/external stakeholders. Identifies, exercises judgment and resolves complex, confidential and sensitive matters. Delivers legal advice, instructs external counsel and ensures compliance with internal policies & procedures. Acts as a subject matter expert on relevant laws, regulations and policies. Resolves daily issues and/or escalates with appropriate analysis and/or recommendations. Implements areas of improvement to ensure consistency with the marketplace. Operates at an enterprise-wide level and serves as a specialist resource to senior leaders and stakeholders including sales and trading, tax, corporate banking and cross-business risk. Applies expertise and thinks creatively to address unique or ambiguous situations, identify risks and mitigates, and find solutions to problems that can be complex and non-routine. Implements changes in response to shifting trends. Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.
Qualification and Experience
Qualifications: Degree in law (LLB or JD) and license to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction. Should have 7 years of legal practice or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A seasoned professional with a combination of education, experience, and industry knowledge. Legal practice expertise in OTC equity derivatives and securities law. Private practice, in-house experience or experience at regulatory body relating to the regulation of and documentation for business/group activities. Knowledge in the legal field, typically with a functional or business line specialization. Knowledge of the business and regulatory environment in which BMO Financial Group operates. Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize a wide variety of matters simultaneously. In-depth/expert in Verbal & written communication skills. In-depth/expert in analytical and problem-solving skills.
Requisition ID: R220002156.
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