Law Clerk (Contract)

at  BMO Financial Group

100 King Street West Toronto Ontario,M5X 1A1
Provides legal services in support of counsel in Derivatives Legal Group. Supports multiple counsel roles with complex portfolios and operates at various levels within a fast paced, deadline-sensitive environment. Provides assistance to include case research, document drafting and trial preparation. Manages or participates in administrative and operational projects, maintains timelines and action plans, prepares correspondence and monitors budget. Leads/participates in special projects assigned by legal counsel or the Office of the General Counsel. Builds effective relationships with business/group, provides advice on standard processes and ensures compliance with internal procedures. This position is privy to sensitive and confidential Bank Matters which may impact the Bank’s reputational risk.

Note this is a contract opportunity: 7-8 months.

• Prepares legal documents and reports.
• Coordinates and monitors government filings process.
• Conducts research, compiles information and reporting.
• Maintains corporate records and registrations, and corporate database.
• Develops/maintains information management systems and ensures data integrity.
• Handles sensitive/confidential Bank information while minimizing legal risk.
• Arranges requirements and materials for the facilitation of meetings.
• Responds to internal/external inquiries concerning corporate information, legal agreements and certain legal issues.
• Executes work to deliver timely, accurate and efficient services and support.
• Operates effectively in a high stress environment with constantly changing expectations.
• Focus may be on a business/group.
• Thinks creatively and proposes new solutions.
• Exercises judgment to identify, diagnose, and solve problems within given rules.
• Works mostly independently.
• Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Typically less than 5 years of relevant experience and a post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Specialized knowledge from education and/or business experience.
• Thinks creatively and proposes new solutions.
• Specialized knowledge from education and/or business experience.
• Verbal & written communication skills - In-depth.
• Collaboration & team skills - In-depth.
• Analytical and problem solving skills - In-depth.
• Influence skills - In-depth.

Please refer the Job description for details