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    LEGAL COUNSEL - Toronto, ON, Canada - Fidelity Investments

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    This is a hybrid role with a mix of remote and in-office working

    At Fidelity, we've been helping Canadian investors build better financial futures for over 35 years.

    We offer individuals and institutions a range of trusted investment portfolios and services - and we're constantly seeking to find new and better ways to help our clients.

    As a privately owned company, we boldly embrace innovation in all areas as we continue to grow our business into the future.


    Working with us means you'll be part of a diverse and dedicated group of people who make a real difference for our clients and communities every day.

    You'll have a wide range of opportunities to grow and develop your career in an inclusive environment where you'll feel valued and supported to be your best - both personally and professionally.


    Reporting to the Director Procurement & Sr Legal Counsel, Chief Privacy Officer, the Legal Counsel will oversee contracts drafts, reviews, negotiates, and manages various contracts, including the interpretation of such contracts and the implementation of amendments.

    Tracking all relevant securities & pension law issues which may affect the negotiation of investment management agreements on behalf of FIC

    Independently draft, review, negotiate and manage a variety of agreements

    Liaise and collaborate with external and internal Fidelity business partners to ensure necessary legal documentation is completed in accordance with timelines/policies

    Assist with supplied sourcing, onboarding and engagement as well as ad-hoc projects as necessary

    Drafting, maintaining and updating material contracts, as required

    Provide general legal advice including in the following circumstances and acts as the Legal expert for Special Projects within FIC

    Coordinating and implementing comments received from internal and external parties

    Participating in document review committee meetings

    Review and coordination of fund investment and other corporate action documentation (e.g., subscription agreements for private placements).

    Support compliance department (e.g., compliance certificate review)

    Provide support with corporate contracts and Intellectual property issues (e.g., Completion of the Bachelor of Law or Juris Doctor degree

    Completion of Canadian Securities Law Course or IFIC Mutual Fund Course is an asset

    4+ years of experience in the legal or procurement department of a large commercial organization or a large law firm

    Licensed as a member of the Law Society of Upper Canada

    Experience in contracts required

    Prior mutual fund industry experience is an asset

    Excellent contract drafting skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail

    Superior communication, conflict resolution and negotiation skills to collaboratively solve legal issues

    Knowledge of corporate law

    Proficiency with MS Office Suite


    We will consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, family status, protected veterans' status, Aboriginal/Native American status or any other legally-protected ground.

    Fidelity Canada welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. No telephone inquiries or agencies please. o Canada's Top Employers for Young People

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