Financial and Consumer Affairs Authority of Saskatchewan
2365 Albert Street, Regina, SK, Canada
Financial & Consumer Affairs Authority of Saskatchewan
Position: Legal Counsel, Litigation
Employment Type: Permanent Full time
Location: Regina
About You:
You are a determined and driven litigation lawyer with a strong interest in securities and derivatives, capital markets, administrative law, and financial regulation. You are passionate about protecting Saskatchewan businesses and investors and motivated to seek accountability against bad actors.
About Us:
The FCAA protects Saskatchewan consumers and investors and fosters fair and efficient markets by providing effective, balanced, and timely marketplace regulation.
The Securities Division within the FCAA regulates the investment industry (specifically, the sale of securities and derivatives) in the province. Our work is fundamental to the economic well-being of Saskatchewan. We protect investors through registration, disclosure, audits, complaint handling, and enforcement activities.
What is the Opportunity?
In this position, you will put your legal acumen to the service of your community. You will lead administrative hearings before hearing panels of FCAA, attend court as required, and provide legal support to the Securities Division as needed.
You will work closely with management, staff and stakeholders, do challenging and motivating work while maintaining work-life balance and flexibility.
What do you need to succeed?
Our ideal candidate:
Has a university degree in law and membership in, or qualification for membership in, the Law Society of Saskatchewan.
Has comprehensive knowledge of contract law, corporate law, and administrative law.
Has experience in conducting civil litigation, regulatory proceedings, or criminal prosecutions.
Shares our passion for administrative law and public policy formulation.
What’s in it for you?
As an employer, we believe in the importance of balancing responsibilities and interests outside of work with the demands of the workplace and offer flexible work arrangements. We value our people and appreciate their hard work and we have a culture of respect, collaboration, openness, and recognition.
The FCAA offers:
Competitive compensation. The salary range for this position is $7,642-$15,117 monthly.
Comprehensive health benefits including life insurance, medical, dental, extended health plan, and long-term disability.
Employer sponsored pension plan.
Highly specialized training opportunities throughout North America.
Positive workplace, strong corporate culture.
Career growth potential.
Excellent work-life balance, including the potential to work remotely.
To join the FCAA team, please send your resume and cover letter to: fcaacareers@gov.sk.ca
Closing Date: April 26, 2024
We wish to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. However, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Apr 05, 2024
Full time
Financial & Consumer Affairs Authority of Saskatchewan
Position: Legal Counsel, Litigation
Employment Type: Permanent Full time
Location: Regina
About You:
You are a determined and driven litigation lawyer with a strong interest in securities and derivatives, capital markets, administrative law, and financial regulation. You are passionate about protecting Saskatchewan businesses and investors and motivated to seek accountability against bad actors.
About Us:
The FCAA protects Saskatchewan consumers and investors and fosters fair and efficient markets by providing effective, balanced, and timely marketplace regulation.
The Securities Division within the FCAA regulates the investment industry (specifically, the sale of securities and derivatives) in the province. Our work is fundamental to the economic well-being of Saskatchewan. We protect investors through registration, disclosure, audits, complaint handling, and enforcement activities.
What is the Opportunity?
In this position, you will put your legal acumen to the service of your community. You will lead administrative hearings before hearing panels of FCAA, attend court as required, and provide legal support to the Securities Division as needed.
You will work closely with management, staff and stakeholders, do challenging and motivating work while maintaining work-life balance and flexibility.
What do you need to succeed?
Our ideal candidate:
Has a university degree in law and membership in, or qualification for membership in, the Law Society of Saskatchewan.
Has comprehensive knowledge of contract law, corporate law, and administrative law.
Has experience in conducting civil litigation, regulatory proceedings, or criminal prosecutions.
Shares our passion for administrative law and public policy formulation.
What’s in it for you?
As an employer, we believe in the importance of balancing responsibilities and interests outside of work with the demands of the workplace and offer flexible work arrangements. We value our people and appreciate their hard work and we have a culture of respect, collaboration, openness, and recognition.
The FCAA offers:
Competitive compensation. The salary range for this position is $7,642-$15,117 monthly.
Comprehensive health benefits including life insurance, medical, dental, extended health plan, and long-term disability.
Employer sponsored pension plan.
Highly specialized training opportunities throughout North America.
Positive workplace, strong corporate culture.
Career growth potential.
Excellent work-life balance, including the potential to work remotely.
To join the FCAA team, please send your resume and cover letter to: fcaacareers@gov.sk.ca
Closing Date: April 26, 2024
We wish to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. However, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
At Coinbase, our mission is to increase economic freedom around the world, and we couldn’t do this without hiring the best people. We’re a group of hard-working overachievers who are deeply focused on building the future of finance and Web3 for our users across the globe, whether they’re trading, storing, staking or using crypto. Know those people who always lead the group project? That’s us. There are a few things we look for across all hires we make at Coinbase, regardless of role or team. First, we look for candidates who will thrive in a culture like ours, where we default to trust, embrace feedback, and disrupt ourselves. Second, we expect all employees to commit to our mission-focused approach to our work. Finally, we seek people who are excited to learn about and live crypto, because those are the folks who enjoy the intense moments in our sprint and recharge work culture. We’re a remote-first company looking to hire the absolute best talent all over the world. Ready to ? Who you are:
You’ve got positive energy. You’re optimistic about the future and determined to get there.
You’re never tired of learning. You want to be a pro in bleeding edge tech like DeFi, NFTs, DAOs, and Web 3.0.
You appreciate direct communication. You’re both an active communicator and an eager listener - because let’s face it, you can’t have one without the other. You’re cool with candid feedback and see every setback as an opportunity to grow.
You can pivot on the fly. Crypto is constantly evolving, so our priorities do, too. What you worked on last month may not be what you work on today, and that excites you. You’re not looking for a boring job.
You have a “can do” attitude. Our teams create high-quality work on quick timelines. Owning a problem doesn’t scare you, but rather empowers you to take 100% responsibility for achieving our mission.
You want to be part of a winning team. We’re stronger together, and you’re a person who embraces being pushed out of your comfort zone.
We are looking for an experienced Canadian counsel to join our International Legal team. This position will report into our International Legal branch for Consumer+ Legal, and will work closely with a number of global cross functional teams in legal, product, commercial and related teams. You will be responsible for senior legal leadership for our growing Canadian crypto business, which will offer a number of retail and institutional products, and be responsible for regulatory responses and initiatives, including licensing and registration, regulator engagement, OC management, and legal advocacy for Coinbase within Canada. We are looking for candidates with prior experience with financially regulated products, particularly securities and derivatives, and prior experience working with national and provincial regulators. In-house experience is a plus. Preference for prior experience and/or interest in cryptocurrency markets and custody. What You’ll Be Doing (i.e., Job Duties)
Work with business teams on securing required licenses and registrations for our Canadian entity and businesses.
Provide full product life-cycle counseling for a variety of global consumer and institutional products, and practical advice on associated legal issues and risks, complex agreement structures and company policies in a risk-tolerant, but compliance-oriented environment.
Stay abreast of and advise on digital currency and blockchain technology legal and regulatory issues.
Lead and assist with complex and global cross-functional efforts, driving and ensuring cross-functional alignment with other stakeholders (Local Management, Product/Engineering, Business Development, Finance/Tax, Compliance).
Effectively collaborate with those same cross-functional teams and legal colleagues to solve problems, build partnerships, and close deals quickly.
Proactively solve problems for the business as they plan and execute on an aggressive global growth plan, develop scaled strategies for addressing risk in business-centric ways and build commercial processes that allow the business flexibility and freedom to move quickly.
Operate in a fast paced, demanding environment and quickly adjust to meet leadership's needs.
Recognize priority initiatives and effectively manage your clients and your advice to scale your advice and provide the right level of guidance for the request at hand.
Look around corners and creatively solve problems for the business as they plan, build, and execute their transactional and product roadmap.
Be a business partner, not just an attorney.
What We Look For In You (i.e., Job Requirements)
Currently practicing as an attorney in Canada, with active Canadian bar registration and 7+ years of legal experience.
Interest in digital currency and blockchain technology.
Expertise and experience working with Canadian financial services, securities, and crypto regulators
Experience counseling product teams in launching technology products and have a clear understanding of the legal underpinnings supporting these products.
Experience working and leading with cross-functional, globally located teams.
Familiarity with relevant money transmission laws, travel rules, global banking regulations, securities regulations, client money regimes and/or commodities regulations outside of Canada
Experience advising clients on risk mitigation across technology product platforms.
Experience working with and presenting to VP-level leadership.
Comfortable challenging the status quo and preconceived notions of what is possible.
Excellent judgment, analytical rigor, clear communication, and business pragmatism.
Top-notch analytical skills with experience owning projects from concept to finish.
Creativity, comfort and experience with oral solutions that help scale financial services businesses and technology solutions that help scale practices.
Comfort with risk-taking and creative problem-solving.
Intellectual curiosity and flexibility.
Team-oriented and collaborative.
P53304 Pay Transparency Notice: The target annual salary for this position can range as detailed below. Full time offers from Coinbase also include target bonus + target equity + benefits (including medical, dental, and vision). Pay Range
Jan 11, 2024
Full time
At Coinbase, our mission is to increase economic freedom around the world, and we couldn’t do this without hiring the best people. We’re a group of hard-working overachievers who are deeply focused on building the future of finance and Web3 for our users across the globe, whether they’re trading, storing, staking or using crypto. Know those people who always lead the group project? That’s us. There are a few things we look for across all hires we make at Coinbase, regardless of role or team. First, we look for candidates who will thrive in a culture like ours, where we default to trust, embrace feedback, and disrupt ourselves. Second, we expect all employees to commit to our mission-focused approach to our work. Finally, we seek people who are excited to learn about and live crypto, because those are the folks who enjoy the intense moments in our sprint and recharge work culture. We’re a remote-first company looking to hire the absolute best talent all over the world. Ready to ? Who you are:
You’ve got positive energy. You’re optimistic about the future and determined to get there.
You’re never tired of learning. You want to be a pro in bleeding edge tech like DeFi, NFTs, DAOs, and Web 3.0.
You appreciate direct communication. You’re both an active communicator and an eager listener - because let’s face it, you can’t have one without the other. You’re cool with candid feedback and see every setback as an opportunity to grow.
You can pivot on the fly. Crypto is constantly evolving, so our priorities do, too. What you worked on last month may not be what you work on today, and that excites you. You’re not looking for a boring job.
You have a “can do” attitude. Our teams create high-quality work on quick timelines. Owning a problem doesn’t scare you, but rather empowers you to take 100% responsibility for achieving our mission.
You want to be part of a winning team. We’re stronger together, and you’re a person who embraces being pushed out of your comfort zone.
We are looking for an experienced Canadian counsel to join our International Legal team. This position will report into our International Legal branch for Consumer+ Legal, and will work closely with a number of global cross functional teams in legal, product, commercial and related teams. You will be responsible for senior legal leadership for our growing Canadian crypto business, which will offer a number of retail and institutional products, and be responsible for regulatory responses and initiatives, including licensing and registration, regulator engagement, OC management, and legal advocacy for Coinbase within Canada. We are looking for candidates with prior experience with financially regulated products, particularly securities and derivatives, and prior experience working with national and provincial regulators. In-house experience is a plus. Preference for prior experience and/or interest in cryptocurrency markets and custody. What You’ll Be Doing (i.e., Job Duties)
Work with business teams on securing required licenses and registrations for our Canadian entity and businesses.
Provide full product life-cycle counseling for a variety of global consumer and institutional products, and practical advice on associated legal issues and risks, complex agreement structures and company policies in a risk-tolerant, but compliance-oriented environment.
Stay abreast of and advise on digital currency and blockchain technology legal and regulatory issues.
Lead and assist with complex and global cross-functional efforts, driving and ensuring cross-functional alignment with other stakeholders (Local Management, Product/Engineering, Business Development, Finance/Tax, Compliance).
Effectively collaborate with those same cross-functional teams and legal colleagues to solve problems, build partnerships, and close deals quickly.
Proactively solve problems for the business as they plan and execute on an aggressive global growth plan, develop scaled strategies for addressing risk in business-centric ways and build commercial processes that allow the business flexibility and freedom to move quickly.
Operate in a fast paced, demanding environment and quickly adjust to meet leadership's needs.
Recognize priority initiatives and effectively manage your clients and your advice to scale your advice and provide the right level of guidance for the request at hand.
Look around corners and creatively solve problems for the business as they plan, build, and execute their transactional and product roadmap.
Be a business partner, not just an attorney.
What We Look For In You (i.e., Job Requirements)
Currently practicing as an attorney in Canada, with active Canadian bar registration and 7+ years of legal experience.
Interest in digital currency and blockchain technology.
Expertise and experience working with Canadian financial services, securities, and crypto regulators
Experience counseling product teams in launching technology products and have a clear understanding of the legal underpinnings supporting these products.
Experience working and leading with cross-functional, globally located teams.
Familiarity with relevant money transmission laws, travel rules, global banking regulations, securities regulations, client money regimes and/or commodities regulations outside of Canada
Experience advising clients on risk mitigation across technology product platforms.
Experience working with and presenting to VP-level leadership.
Comfortable challenging the status quo and preconceived notions of what is possible.
Excellent judgment, analytical rigor, clear communication, and business pragmatism.
Top-notch analytical skills with experience owning projects from concept to finish.
Creativity, comfort and experience with oral solutions that help scale financial services businesses and technology solutions that help scale practices.
Comfort with risk-taking and creative problem-solving.
Intellectual curiosity and flexibility.
Team-oriented and collaborative.
P53304 Pay Transparency Notice: The target annual salary for this position can range as detailed below. Full time offers from Coinbase also include target bonus + target equity + benefits (including medical, dental, and vision). Pay Range
The National Bank of Canada
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
A career in law at National Bank means participating to the transformation in order to have a direct impact on our clients. As a Senior Legal Advisor in the Legal Documentation – Financial Markets team, you will practice law as a specialist on the legal aspects related to the various trading activities and operations of the Bank and its subsidiaries. In addition, you will provide professional support and ensure the development of the legal expertise as well as the protection of the Bank’s interests and rights.
Your role :
Drafting and negotiating various transactional financial contracts, such as the ISDA Master Agreement (including VM CSA and IM CSA), the GMRA and the GMSLA
Provide legal opinions related to the various spheres of law
Provide recommendations to ensure the development and the protection of the Bank and its subsidiaries worldwide
Provide legal advice to the Bank’s Financial Markets and Corporate Capital Management (Loans and structured business desks) across a range of debt over-the-counter and centrally cleared, capital market & structured products, covered bonds and securitization vehicles.
Showcase your expertise in the context of special or large-scale projects having an impact on the activities of the Bank and its subsidiaries
Identify legal situations affecting financial contracts and advise stakeholders accordingly
As a team lead, take part in onboarding and provide ongoing training to more junior colleagues.
Your team:
As part of the Capital Markets and Treasury Risk Management sector, our team is comprised of 6 lawyers and a technical advisor. Our team’s mission is to offer sound legal support to and for the Bank’s national and international desks, namely in Montreal, Toronto, Calgary, New York, Dublin, London and Hong Kong. Mainly, we negotiate and manage the main transactional financial contracts with the Bank’s clients internationally.
We want to contribute to your quality of life by offering you as much flexibility as possible in your work. For example, we offer a hybrid (remote and in the office) work model, work schedule arrangements to help you achieve work/life balance, and flexible leave that you can take when it's important to you.
We offer a wide range of ongoing learning opportunities for your development, including hands-on learning, training courses and collaborating with colleagues who have varied expertise and profiles.
Prerequisites :
Member of the Bar of Quebec (Barreau du Québec)
Knowledge of and prior experience in negotiating the ISDA Master Agreement, Global Master Repurchase Agreement (GMRA) and Global Master Securities Lending Agreement (GMSLA)
Knowledge of financial transactions law and/or derivatives law
Knowledge of the Margin Requirements for Non-centrally Cleared Derivatives (UMR) in Canada and the United States and the various collateral arrangements documentation related to such requirements.
Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
Ability to work under pressure and effectively prioritize between multiple projects and willingness to expand knowledge into new areas of law as may arise
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
Initiatives promoting community involvement
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 accommodations, feel free to let us know during your first conversations with us. We welcome all candidates! What can you bring to our team? Ready to live your ambitions?
Nov 07, 2023
Full time
A career in law at National Bank means participating to the transformation in order to have a direct impact on our clients. As a Senior Legal Advisor in the Legal Documentation – Financial Markets team, you will practice law as a specialist on the legal aspects related to the various trading activities and operations of the Bank and its subsidiaries. In addition, you will provide professional support and ensure the development of the legal expertise as well as the protection of the Bank’s interests and rights.
Your role :
Drafting and negotiating various transactional financial contracts, such as the ISDA Master Agreement (including VM CSA and IM CSA), the GMRA and the GMSLA
Provide legal opinions related to the various spheres of law
Provide recommendations to ensure the development and the protection of the Bank and its subsidiaries worldwide
Provide legal advice to the Bank’s Financial Markets and Corporate Capital Management (Loans and structured business desks) across a range of debt over-the-counter and centrally cleared, capital market & structured products, covered bonds and securitization vehicles.
Showcase your expertise in the context of special or large-scale projects having an impact on the activities of the Bank and its subsidiaries
Identify legal situations affecting financial contracts and advise stakeholders accordingly
As a team lead, take part in onboarding and provide ongoing training to more junior colleagues.
Your team:
As part of the Capital Markets and Treasury Risk Management sector, our team is comprised of 6 lawyers and a technical advisor. Our team’s mission is to offer sound legal support to and for the Bank’s national and international desks, namely in Montreal, Toronto, Calgary, New York, Dublin, London and Hong Kong. Mainly, we negotiate and manage the main transactional financial contracts with the Bank’s clients internationally.
We want to contribute to your quality of life by offering you as much flexibility as possible in your work. For example, we offer a hybrid (remote and in the office) work model, work schedule arrangements to help you achieve work/life balance, and flexible leave that you can take when it's important to you.
We offer a wide range of ongoing learning opportunities for your development, including hands-on learning, training courses and collaborating with colleagues who have varied expertise and profiles.
Prerequisites :
Member of the Bar of Quebec (Barreau du Québec)
Knowledge of and prior experience in negotiating the ISDA Master Agreement, Global Master Repurchase Agreement (GMRA) and Global Master Securities Lending Agreement (GMSLA)
Knowledge of financial transactions law and/or derivatives law
Knowledge of the Margin Requirements for Non-centrally Cleared Derivatives (UMR) in Canada and the United States and the various collateral arrangements documentation related to such requirements.
Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
Ability to work under pressure and effectively prioritize between multiple projects and willingness to expand knowledge into new areas of law as may arise
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
Initiatives promoting community involvement
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 accommodations, feel free to let us know during your first conversations with us. We welcome all candidates! What can you bring to our team? Ready to live your ambitions?
DESCRIPTION
We offer:
To work with some of the best professionals in the business - for a firm that values individual intellect as much as teamwork
State-of-the-art offices that are designed to maximize collaboration
Enriching challenges that provide opportunity for constant learning and advancement
An environment which is leveraging technology to its highest potential
Team Profile:
The Legal and Compliance Division assists Morgan Stanley in achieving its business objectives in a manner consistent with the Firm’s core values and Global Risk Management Principles, by facilitating and overseeing the Firm’s management of legal, regulatory and franchise risk.
Professionals within Legal and Compliance provide a wide range of services to our business units. They might help to structure a complex and sensitive cross-border transaction; advise on a new product introduction; develop a training program or defuse an investor dispute. They preserve the Firm's invaluable reputation for integrity and protect the Firm from sanctions with policies and procedures that meet regulatory requirements around the world. They also strive to maintain cooperative relationships with governmental policy makers and the regulatory and self-regulatory agencies that govern the Firm's businesses.
Position Description:
Morgan Stanley is seeking an attorney for its Vancouver office, who will be primarily focused on the Commodities businesses in Canada and the Western United States and will join an established, experienced team based in New York with a focus on coverage of the North American Commodities businesses.
Primary Responsibilities:
Role: Vice President or Executive Director, commensurate with experience.
Provide day-to-day legal and regulatory advice to Commodities personnel on a variety of issues involving physical commodities and Over The Counter derivatives.
Draft, review, negotiate and approve legal documents, including master agreements, credit support arrangements, structured trade confirmations, loan documents and confidentiality agreements.
Liaise between the business units and outside counsel on specific issues.
Assist with litigation and regulatory inquiries relating to Commodities.
QUALIFICATIONS
Skills required:
We are seeking an attorney with at least 10 years' experience at a law firm or major in-house legal department, who is admitted to practice in Canada. The ideal candidate will possess:
Experience negotiating and advising on a variety of commercial contracts (including ISDA Master Agreements, physical gas and power agreements and related agreements);
Strong organizational, project management and reporting skills;
Excellent drafting and communications skills;
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects with competing deadlines; and
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a group or independent setting.
About us:
Morgan Stanley is a global financial services firm and a market leader in investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services. At Morgan Stanley, we are shaping the future of our global business and contributing to our local community. Our team works across numerous areas.
Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential. Our skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the global communities in which we operate and who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences. Our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion is evident through our constant focus on recruiting, developing, and advancing individuals based on their skills and talents.
Feb 10, 2023
Full time
DESCRIPTION
We offer:
To work with some of the best professionals in the business - for a firm that values individual intellect as much as teamwork
State-of-the-art offices that are designed to maximize collaboration
Enriching challenges that provide opportunity for constant learning and advancement
An environment which is leveraging technology to its highest potential
Team Profile:
The Legal and Compliance Division assists Morgan Stanley in achieving its business objectives in a manner consistent with the Firm’s core values and Global Risk Management Principles, by facilitating and overseeing the Firm’s management of legal, regulatory and franchise risk.
Professionals within Legal and Compliance provide a wide range of services to our business units. They might help to structure a complex and sensitive cross-border transaction; advise on a new product introduction; develop a training program or defuse an investor dispute. They preserve the Firm's invaluable reputation for integrity and protect the Firm from sanctions with policies and procedures that meet regulatory requirements around the world. They also strive to maintain cooperative relationships with governmental policy makers and the regulatory and self-regulatory agencies that govern the Firm's businesses.
Position Description:
Morgan Stanley is seeking an attorney for its Vancouver office, who will be primarily focused on the Commodities businesses in Canada and the Western United States and will join an established, experienced team based in New York with a focus on coverage of the North American Commodities businesses.
Primary Responsibilities:
Role: Vice President or Executive Director, commensurate with experience.
Provide day-to-day legal and regulatory advice to Commodities personnel on a variety of issues involving physical commodities and Over The Counter derivatives.
Draft, review, negotiate and approve legal documents, including master agreements, credit support arrangements, structured trade confirmations, loan documents and confidentiality agreements.
Liaise between the business units and outside counsel on specific issues.
Assist with litigation and regulatory inquiries relating to Commodities.
QUALIFICATIONS
Skills required:
We are seeking an attorney with at least 10 years' experience at a law firm or major in-house legal department, who is admitted to practice in Canada. The ideal candidate will possess:
Experience negotiating and advising on a variety of commercial contracts (including ISDA Master Agreements, physical gas and power agreements and related agreements);
Strong organizational, project management and reporting skills;
Excellent drafting and communications skills;
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects with competing deadlines; and
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a group or independent setting.
About us:
Morgan Stanley is a global financial services firm and a market leader in investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services. At Morgan Stanley, we are shaping the future of our global business and contributing to our local community. Our team works across numerous areas.
Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential. Our skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the global communities in which we operate and who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences. Our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion is evident through our constant focus on recruiting, developing, and advancing individuals based on their skills and talents.