Job Description

A career as a Senior Legal Advisor - Regulatory Project Portfolio in the Corporate Compliance - Personal and Commercial team at National Bank means serving as a legal expert in the context of large-scale projects. This role involves acting as a legal expert in the context of large-scale projects. It allows you to have a positive impact on our organization; your talent will contribute to evolving the regulatory risk culture and influencing business sectors by combining project management with legal expertise.

Your job

Develop concepts related to regulatory requirements and ensure their application in large-scale projects. Act as an expert for stakeholders and management in decisions requiring interpretation and application of regulatory requirements. Support project teams to ensure the Bank's compliance with regulatory requirements in the banking sector (Bank Act, Consumer Protection Framework, Anti-Money Laundering, etc.). Work in close collaboration with partners to assess the cross-functional impacts of new regulatory developments on business sectors. Evaluate risks to guide strategic decisions in initiatives that are important for the Bank. Establish governance frameworks to support regulatory portfolio activities. Actively participate in sectoral discussions and industry meetings.

Your team

Within the Compliance sector, you will be part of a large team of passionate experts and report to the Senior Director, Governance and Regulatory Portfolio. Our team stands out for its dynamism, collaboration, and deep expertise. We aim to offer you maximum flexibility to support your quality of life, including a hybrid work environment and a flexible, adaptable schedule.



The Bank values continuous development and internal mobility. Our personalized training programs, based on learning through action, help you master your role and grow your skillset. Tools such as the Data Academy, language training, Harvard Learning Center, and access to coaching and mentoring are always available to support your journey.

Prerequisites

Member of the Barreau du Quebec or Chambre des notaires Bachelor's degree and 7-10 years of relevant experience, or a completed Master's degree and 6 years of experience Relevant experience in compliance, risk management, or project management Solid knowledge of products and services in Personal and Commercial Banking Strong understanding of the regulatory framework governing financial institutions (Bank Act, AML, Consumer Protection, etc.) Ability to simplify and explain complex legal concepts

Your benefits

In addition to competitive compensation, upon hiring you'll be eligible for a wide range of flexible benefits to help promote your wellbeing and that of your family.
Health and wellness program, including many options

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

These are a few of the benefits available to you. We have an offer that keeps up with trends as well as your needs and those of your family.
Our dynamic work environments and cutting-edge collaboration tools foster a positive employee experience. We actively listen to employees' ideas. Whether through our surveys or programs, regular feedback and ongoing communication is encouraged.

We're putting people first

We're a bank on a human scale that stands out for its courage, entrepreneurial culture, and passion for people. Our mission is to have a positive impact on peoples' lives. Our core values of partnership, agility, and empowerment inspire us, and inclusivity is central to our commitments. We offer a barrier-free workplace that is accessible to all employees.
We want our recruitment process to be fully accessible. If you require accommodation, feel free to let us know during your first conversations with us. We welcome all candidates! What can you bring to our team?
Come live your ambitions with us!