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Description

This role is for a Senior Legal Advisor within the Legal Affairs – Commercial and International team at National Bank, specializing in commercial law and corporate financing. The advisor will provide strategic legal advice to internal partners, leveraging extensive knowledge and experience in commercial financing to positively impact the organization.

What We're Looking For

Analyze business issues, identify internal partner needs, and propose appropriate legal strategies.,Draft and interpret various banking documents, including credit agreements, security documents, and forms for commercial operations.,Issue legal opinions in commercial law, corporate financing, and securities, and advise Corporate Financing Operations teams on complex files.,Participate in the implementation of new products, special projects, and the evolution of policies, standards, and processes related to commercial financing.,Identify legal and reputational risks associated with products and propose mitigation solutions.,Collaborate with internal and external teams on the adoption, compliance, and evolution of LegalTech tools through data analysis and innovation.,Train and support teams in using LegalTech tools and adopting digital practices.

Ideal Candidate

Bachelor’s degree in law.,Minimum of five years of relevant experience.,Member in good standing of a Canadian provincial Bar outside Quebec.,Experience in corporate financing and a solid understanding of the business environment.,Demonstrated innovation and strong interest in digital transformation and artificial intelligence.,Proficiency with LegalTech platforms (contract management, document automation, electronic signature, regulatory monitoring).,Ability to initiate and lead technological integration projects in a legal environment.

Minimum Education

Bachelor's Degree

Hard Skills

Analytical Skills
Artificial Intelligence
Corporate Finance
Corporate Law
Information Technology Law
Process Optimization
Digital Transformation
Rigor
Innovation

Soft Skills

Communication
Teamwork
Business Acumen
Empathy
Learning Agility
Resiliency

Benefits

Health and wellness program
Flexible group insurance
Generous pension plan
Employee Share Ownership Plan
Employee and Family Assistance Program
Preferential banking services
Opportunities to get involved in community initiatives
Telemedicine service
Virtual sleep clinic

Special Commitments

Experience in corporate financing outside the province of Quebec is required.,Must be able to serve clients who speak a language other than French regularly.

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About the Company

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National Bank of Canada

National Bank of Canada is one of the six systemically important banks in Canada, providing a comprehensive range of financial services to individuals, businesses, and institutional clients. Headquartered in Montreal, it is the leading financial institution in Quebec and holds strong positions across the country and internationally. The bank is committed to a people-first approach, fostering an entrepreneurial culture and sustainable growth for its communities.

Entrepreneurial
Inclusive
People-centric
Agile
Impactful
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