Legal Counsel Ii - Toronto, Canada - Ontario Securities Commission
Description
Legal Counsel II
Compliance and Registrant Regulation Branch
Permanent, Full-Time
File # 22-184
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Who We Are
The
Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) is the statutory body responsible for regulating Ontario's capital markets in accordance with the mandate established in the provincial Securities Act and the Commodity Futures Act.
The Commission's mandate is to provide protection to investors from unfair, improper or fraudulent practices, to foster fair and efficient capital markets and confidence in capital markets, to foster capital formation and to contribute to the stability of the financial system and the reduction of systemic risk.
This mandate is performed through policy, operational, adjudication and enforcement work. The OSC also contributes to national and global securities regulation development.We offer an inclusive, diverse, fair and flexible work environment and take pride in our challenging and rewarding work.
What We Do
The
Compliance and Registrant Regulation (CRR) Branch oversees the dealers, advisers and investment fund managers that the public relies upon when investing in securities.
The branch consists of integrated, multi-disciplinary teams including professional staff (chartered accountants and lawyers), registration officers (corporate and individual), and support staff.
CRR is currently hiring for a permanent, full-time Legal Counsel to join their team.Key Duties and Responsibilities
Qualifications for Success
- A membership in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
- Minimum 5 years relevant securities/industry experience post call to the Bar
- A strong understanding of the securities industry and securities legislation with a good understanding of the exempt market and exempt market dealer operations
- Demonstrated proficiency in balancing regulatory objectives with practical business considerations
- Demonstrated ability to analyze complex problems and develop creative recommendations
- Ability to communicate ideas clearly and concisely
- Excellent research and legal drafting skills including experience drafting legislation, rules or other regulatory instruments
- Strong analytical thinker able to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team of professionals
- Demonstrated ability to establish collaborative working relationships and engage with internal and external stakeholders
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate various aspects of projects and policies with appropriate staff within the organization
Grow your career and make a difference working at the OSC
We thank all applicants for their interest in the Ontario Securities Commission. We will contact those selected for an interview.
The OSC is committed to diversity and providing an inclusive workplace.
It is our priority to ensure employment opportunities are visible and barrier-free to all under-represented groups including but not limited to, Indigenous, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, women and people from the LGBTQ2S community, to achieve an employee demographic profile reflective of the demographic profile of Ontarians.
The OSC is a proud partner with the following organizations: BlackNorth Initiative, Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion, and Pride at Work Canada.
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