Regulatory Affairs and Compliance Counsel - Toronto, Canada - Equifax

Equifax

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Equifax is where you can power your possible.

If you want to achieve your true potential, chart new paths, develop new skills, collaborate with bright minds, and make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you.

What you'll do
Government Relations

Assist in the development of the annual government relations and industry strategy focused that align with the business goals of the organization and lead (be accountable) for the strategies implementation.
Monitor, analyze and action legislation that impacts Equifax Canada.
Liaise with internal stakeholders to learn the business and collaborate on government relations and industry strategy.
Liaise with government officials, political actors and other relevant stakeholders (e.g. industry stakeholders) to exchange information, prepare deliverables, coordinate meetings.
Responsible for lobbying compliance for the organization and ensuring that all government relations work is, at all times nonpartisan.

Policy

Research, review and draft materials (including correspondence and formal public commentary) in respect of proposed laws, regulation, guidelines etc.
Socialize and support any internal policy development or work in response to new legislation.

Corporate Engagement and Business Development

Meet regularly with Canadian leadership, as appropriate, to support, advise, obtain instructions and implement the organizations government relations, industry and advocacy initiatives.

Compliance

Work closely with the Sr. Compliance Officer, Consumer Advocacy to support the local compliance program from a government relations, industry and advocacy perspective.

Marketing & Communications

Support the marketing and communication team in the drafting and review of media and other communications, including presentations, interviews and speeches.
Review and advise on risk and opportunity from a government relations, industry and advocacy perspective on the marketing and communication strategy and on key communication projects and initiatives.

What experience you need

35 years' related legal experience with an
LLB or JD and called to the Ontario or Quebec bar in good standing.
High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Tact, diplomacy, ethics and sound judgment.
Strong reading, writing, editing and legislative analysis skills.
Adept relationship management skills and the ability to translate technical jargon to everyday conversations.
Bilingual.

What could set you apart

You have previously had an inhouse position in the financial services or credit reporting industry.
Also called to the bar in any other Canadian or U.S. jurisdiction.
Prior policy/government relations/advocacy work in a nonlegal setting.

We offer comprehensive compensation and healthcare packages, paid time off, and organizational growth potential through our online learning platform with guided career tracks.

Equifax is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.