Job Description

Job SummaryWhat is the opportunity?As Senior Counsel, you will support the goals of the Senior Vice President & Senior Associate General Counsel, Banking & Enterprise Services, and Managing Legal Counsel. These goals include achieving the business/operations, strategic priorities and operational performance requirements of Law Group which are focused on solution-oriented advice and responsiveness. You will provide support and guidance to various business partners, stakeholders and functional groups in the areas of banking operations, estates, registered plans, powers of attorney, incapacity, trusts and guardianship in both common and civil law jurisdictions.What will you do?

• Identify, assess and mitigate legal, reputational and regulatory risks relating to escalations, client complaints, inquiries and exception requests in the areas of described above.
• Deliver sound legal advice to complex escalations which accords with common law and legislative requirements across Canadian Banking and Functional Groups.
• Negotiate amendments to banking agreements with sophisticated prospective clients and their respective lawyers.
• Proactively review relevant legislation and case law that may impact the Bank and update stakeholders and business partners alike.
• Collaborate with policy and procedure owners to update internal processes in accordance with the Bank\xe2\x80\x99s risk tolerance.
• Actively participate and engage with the Canadian Bankers Association and provide informative feedback on notable issues impacting financial institutions.
• Lead the team in the creation legal tools and playbooks to effectively manage a high volume of inquiries and increase efficiency and consistency in responding to matters.
• Work collaboratively with team members and provide legal guidance and mentorship to para-professionals while fostering collaboration to achieve professional excellence.

What do you need to succeed?Must-have

• Bachelor of Law from an accredited law school and qualified to practice law in a Canadian jurisdiction.
• 5+ years of relevant legal experience.
• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities, make independent decisions and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent drafting, communication and problem solving skills.
• Superior organizational management skills.

Nice-to-have

• Proficient in both French and English.
• Familiarity with the Civil Code of Quebec.
• Experience in an in-house setting or financial institution.
• Proficient in corporate law matters and/or estates, trusts and powers of attorney.

What\xe2\x80\x99s 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
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• Opportunities to do challenging work
• Flexible work/life balance options

Job Skills Business Perspective, Coaching Others, Customer Service Management, Decision Making, Financial Regulation, Group Problem Solving, High Impact Communication, Legal Practices, Time ManagementAdditional Job DetailsAddress: ROYAL BANK PLAZA, 200 BAY ST:TORONTOCity: TORONTOCountry: CanadaWork hours/week: 37.5Employment Type: Full timePlatform: Law and ComplianceJob Type: RegularPay Type: SalariedPosted Date: 2024-07-10Application Deadline: 2024-08-31Inclusion and Equal Opportunity EmploymentAt RBC, we embrace diversity and inclusion for innovation and growth. We are committed to building inclusive teams and an equitable workplace for our employees to bring their true selves to work. We are taking actions to tackle issues of inequity and systemic bias to support our diverse talent, clients and communities.We also strive to provide an accessible candidate experience for our prospective employees with different abilities. Please let us know if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process.Join our Talent CommunityStay in-the-know about great career opportunities at RBC. Sign up and get customized info on our latest jobs, career tips and Recruitment events that matter to you.Expand your limits and create a new future together at RBC. Find out how we use our passion and drive to enhance the well-being of our clients and communities at .

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