Director, Assistant General Counsel
About The Position
In this role, you report to the Vice President, Canada Chief Counsel and have a broad range of responsibilities in providing legal guidance on current credit card products and new business strategies. You will partner closely with business teams and stakeholders in the customer acquisition, product development, marketing, and fraud space not only to support new initiatives but ensure our current offerings are well managed. You will have the opportunity to be innovative while ensuring that we manage risk to meet legal and regulatory requirements and continue to provide and enhance a seamless and frictionless customer experience.
Requirements
- A law degree (LLB or JD) from an accredited law school and license to practice in Ontario.
- At least 15 years experience in private practice, in-house legal department, or other work setting supporting business teams in the financial services industry.
- Experience advising on fraud, complaints, and recoveries.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of the business and regulatory environment in which Capital One (Canada Branch) operates in particular, significant experience in advising on the Bank Act, including the Financial Consumer Protection Framework, OSFI Guidelines, Provincial Consumer Protection Laws, FCAC Guidance, marketing and credit bureau regulations.
- Knowledge of payments and commercial contracting, privacy and data protection laws.
- Fluency translating legal advice into actionable guidance for business teams.
- Ability to manage a large volume of work, including complex legal issues with minimal supervision.
- Ability and willingness to work as a team player, and comfort interacting with associates across departments and job levels.
- Proficiency in French is an asset.
Responsibilities
- Provide legal advice and support business partners on current products and business strategies.
- Advise on new and upcoming legislation and regulatory expectations.
- Build and maintain effective and engaging working relationships with legal colleagues, business partners, and outside counsel.
- Assist and/or lead in responding to regulatory, government, or audit requests.
- Perform other responsibilities as requested.
- Manage a team of legal professionals.
Benefits
- full coverage for spouses, domestic partners and dependents
- a one-time Work From Home allowance to build your comfortable workspace
- up to $3,000 in mental health coverage
- up to $5,000 in annual tuition subsidies
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
