Job Description

In a changing world, unprecedented challenges require unmatched talent. Join one of Montreal\'s Top Employers in 2023. We are a dynamic and growing organization having its main establishment located in downtown Montreal and part of a leading international banking institution fully committed to building a more sustainable future. Note that the position may be in the Canadian Branch of BNP Paribas or in one of its subsidiaries based in Montreal.

In detail

• Draft, review and negotiate master agreements, including ISDAs, CSAs, MRAs, GMRAs, MSFTAs, Account Control Agreements and related derivatives documentation with outside clients such as investment funds and corporate end users.
• Review terms of credit agreements, inter-creditor agreements, security agreements, guarantees and related documentation for finance-linked hedging transactions, negotiate, and advise with respect to related provisions in ISDA Master Agreements.
• Provide legal advice to front office personnel in the Global Markets division of BNP Paribas in relation to standard and bespoke derivatives transactions, primarily in the Credit, Rates and Foreign Exchange asset classes.
• Analyze derivatives trading-related legal and regulatory issues, including closeout netting, ERISA, 1940 Act requirements, applicability of various U.S. and cross-border regulations, including Dodd-Frank and Margin Rules, trading venue agreements, closeout procedures for defaulting counterparties, and discuss related issues with internal stakeholders and clients.
• Analyze and provide advice in connection with internal approval processes for exceptional transactions, new business activities and new trading venues, including coordinating with external counsel, business sponsors and in-house lawyers in other jurisdictions.
• Develop and maintain internal policies and procedures for master agreement negotiations coordinate staffing and advise junior negotiators with respect to complex issues arising during negotiations.

Qualifications

The strengths and skills that will help you succeed

• Law Degree
• At least 5+ years of law firm or in-house experience
• Experience in negotiating repurchase agreements, ISDA Master Agreements, Credit Support Annexes, MSFTAs, Account Control Agreements, as well as, related ancillary documentation including confidentiality agreements, amendment agreements and guarantee forms)
• Experience in negotiating with external clients and asset managers, advising capital markets trading businesses, client on-boarding
• Excellent negotiation, oral and written communication skills
• Excellent analytical, organizational and analytical and interpersonal skills
• Experience handling multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to prioritize workload, manage time efficiently while retaining attention to detail
• Work well in a fast paced environment
• Work across the organization as required and maintain high standards of professionalism in all dealings with team members and internal/external clients
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of the English is required

What\xe2\x80\x99s in it for you

In addition to competitive compensation, we offer flexible benefits including a family and spouse insurance program, a defined contribution pension plan and paid days for volunteering. Hybrid work arrangements, such as remote working up to 50% and flexible working hours are available for most positions. BNP Paribas provides excellent training and personal development programs, as well as opportunities for career development within the company and internationally.

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What you need to know

• We will review candidates as they apply, so don\xe2\x80\x99t wait to submit your application;

• If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process, please inform Human Resources of any accommodations you may require. BNP Paribas will work with you to ensure that you are able to participate fully in the process;

• You must be legally eligible to work in the Greater Montreal area and, if applicable, hold a valid work or study permit. Physical presence in BNP Paribas\xe2\x80\x99 office(s) is an essential function of this position;

• Given the vast majority of our clients, both internal and external, are based outside of Quebec and Canada, specific language requirements may apply. These will be clearly mentioned in the qualifications of the position;

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) at the heart of our commitments

At BNP Paribas all employees are on an equal footing allowing us to create a work environment that values and respects people for their talents, skills and competences.

BNP Paribas recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, disability, age, and other protected status (Employment Equity Act and Canadian Human Right Act).

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About us

BNP Paribas is the top bank in the European Union and a major international banking establishment. Present in 65 countries, with more than 190,000 employees, the bank holds key positions in several areas of banking and financial services.

BNP Paribas\xe2\x80\x99 mission is to contribute to a responsible and sustainable economy by financing and advising its clients according to the highest ethical standards, while striving to respond to essential concerns in terms of the environment, regional development and social inclusion.

Since 1961, BNP Paribas has supported large Canadian companies and institutions in their business development by offering a full range of specialized financial services and investment products.

With over 1,200 employees, BNP Paribas in Canada continues to attract experts from diverse fields as well as ambitious young talent from around the world. We are proud to offer our employees a rewarding and international workplace where they can build their professional careers by honing their skills, meeting challenges and enriching their knowledge of the financial industry.

Our certifications and partnerships

• Montreal Top Employer 2023
• Canada\'s Best Diversity Employer 2023
• Women in Governance \xe2\x80\x93 Parity certified - Gold certification
• CCDI Consulting Inc. (Canadian Center for Diversity and Inclusion)
• Pride at Work Canada
• Rainbow Accreditation issued by Canada\xe2\x80\x99s LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC)
• ROSEPH \xe2\x80\x93 Grouping of specialized organizations for the employment of persons with disabilities
• IndigenousWorks

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