Job Description

What is the opportunity?
As a Banking and Securities Litigation Law Clerk, you will provide support to both the Banking Litigation and Securities Litigation teams with escalations and other matters.
What will you do?
Responding and managing through to completion various banking and securities related litigation/dispute inquiries received at RBC Law Group from the front-line staff and back-end offices. Inquiries will relate to debt collection/recovery, court procedures/documents, releases/settlement documentation, negligence, fraud, privacy, unjust enrichment and client complaints.
Reviewing complex third-party demands (court orders, CRA legislated demands or deemed trust claims, forfeiture/seized property orders, etc.) to assess the legal basis, the bank's obligation(s), the feasibility of compliance and assisting with implementation. Includes advising and responding to claims that RBC did not properly comply with the third-party demand.
Reviewing motion, application and petition materials to assess risk to the bank, advising opposing party of bank's position, negotiating terms of waivers or orders and retaining external counsel, if required. Aiding with Small Claims and Superior Court litigation as needed.
Providing guidance and support on receipt of legal notices and documents (subpoenas, summons to witness, notice of general security agreements, notice of arrears from creditors, notice of liens, etc.).
Advising on and drafting correspondence, including cease and desist letters, communication to opposing counsel and settlement agreements or other legal documents.
Tracking, monitoring and reporting on banking and securities litigation inquiries, develop best practices for managing same and initiate process improvements/efficiencies
Assisting the banking and securities litigation teams with discovery/eDiscovery related tasks, if required.
What do you need to succeed?
Must-have
2+ years of litigation law clerk experience.
Law Clerk diploma or certificate from a Canadian post-secondary institution
Experience with Court Rules, Procedure and Documents
Excellent problem-solving and client service skills
Ability to ensure accuracy, attention to detail and meet deadlines in a timely manner
Interacts well with others, is a flexible team member and collaborative
Nice-to-have
BA or BSc degree or equivalent
Paralegal designation and/or license
Knowledge of banking law (in the context of disputes arising from the banker-client relationship) and securities
Knowledge of RBC and/or other financial institutions or payments.
What's in it for you?
We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.
A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation
Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
Work in an agile, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
The opportunity to interface with senior level executives from many different parts of the organization
Job Skills Banking, Banking, Banking Laws, Banking Litigation, Banking Operations, Banking Procedures, Banking Processes, Bank Regulations, Civil Law, Common Law, Communication, Confidentiality, Consumer Privacy, Court Filings, Court Management, Court Procedures, Court Proceedings, Customer Service, Data Privacy, Debt Collection Litigation, Detail-Oriented, Document Management, Drafting Agreements, Drafting Correspondence, Drafting Documents {+ 23 more}
Additional Job Details
Address: ROYAL BANK PLAZA, 200 BAY ST:TORONTO
City: Toronto
Country: Canada
Work hours/week: 37.5
Employment Type: Full time
Platform: CHIEF LEGAL & ADMIN OFFICE GRP
Job Type: Regular
Pay Type: Salaried
Posted Date: 2025-09-25
Application Deadline: 2025-10-13
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above
Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment
At RBC, we believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.
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