Legal Counsel - Montréal, Canada - Air Canada

Air Canada

Verified Company

Montréal, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Description
Trans-Canada Capital Inc. (TCC) is an innovative portfolio management firm specialized in non-traditional investment strategies for institutional investors.

Since 2009, our team has successfully managed the pension assets of Air Canada, one of the largest corporate pension plans in the country.

Over the years, we have earned an enviable reputation by generating superior returns through sophisticated strategies focusing on alpha generation in a rigorous risk-controlled framework.

With more than $28 billion (including leverage) in assets under management, over 100 investment professionals based in Montréal, and a complete range of innovative solutions, TCC is well positioned to meet the needs of institutional investors seeking consistent returns.

Roles and responsibilities:

Operations management: Work closely with the operations team to make sure transactions and investment activities are carried out smoothly.
Commercial agreement negotiation: Review all types of commercial agreements to make sure they protect TCC's interests and comply with applicable laws and regulations.
Legal advice: Initiate legal research to provide legal advice and direction to TCC's teams concerning various fields of law (compliance, commercial, investment, etc.).
Training: Stay informed of new laws, regulations and market trends that might affect TCC's investment activities and share that information with team members.
Collaboration with other departments: Work closely with internal teams, such as the investment, compliance and operations teams to guarantee a holistic approach to investment activity management.

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree in law;
Quebec bar membership;
Up to four years of relevant experience.
Skills and knowledge
Excellent command of the Microsoft 365 suite;
General interest in simple and complex financial products;
Fluency in English and French (spoken and written), essential.

Competencies:

Organizational skills and ability to multitask;
Methodical approach, attention to detail and vigilance;
Proactivity and sense of initiative;
Ability to work effectively under pressure;
Analytical and critical thinking skills, autonomy;
Marked ability to learn, versatility, and adaptability;
Excellent communication, project management and teamwork skills.

Conditions of Employment:

Linguistic Requirements:

Diversity and Inclusion:

TCC is resolutely committed to diversity and inclusion, and aims to create a healthy, accessible and rewarding work environment highlighting the unique contribution of our employees to our corporation's success.

This position will be based in downtown Montréal.

This is a hybrid position that requires at least three days of work per week at the downtown Montréal office.