Senior Legal Counsel, Market Regulation

Alberta Securities Commission • Calgary, AB

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About The Position

The Alberta Securities Commission (ASC) is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel for its Market Regulation division. This role involves assisting with the development of securities regulatory policy, engaging with market participants to understand their challenges, and proposing regulatory solutions. The position offers an opportunity to apply legal skills to initiatives involving rapidly evolving technologies, balancing innovation with investor protection. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of capital markets, participant registration and oversight, and knowledge of technology-driven innovations like crypto-asset trading platforms, digital assets, and fintech.

Requirements

• A law degree and membership in good standing (or eligible for membership) with the Law Society of Alberta.
• 10 plus years of experience in one or more areas of securities, corporate/commercial, regulatory, or administrative law.
• Strong written advocacy skills and the ability to succinctly explain complex legal and business matters.
• Industry experience in securities law including dealing with registrants, marketplaces and related securities law requirements.
• A practical and responsive approach to problem solving and priority management.
• Experience with regulatory requirements and interpreting complex legislation.
• Exceptional research and analytical skills, incorporating attention to detail and the ability to think critically and creatively.
• The proven ability to think critically, evaluate alternative positions and make decisions.
• Strong maturity and superior communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages to their audiences both verbally and in writing.
• The ability to meet tight deadlines, work well in a team environment, and manage multiple priorities in a busy environment.
• Excellent tact and diplomacy, and the ability to work productively with staff at all levels of the ASC and with other Canadian jurisdictions.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant experience in dealing with digital assets or fintech is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducting legal analysis and providing advice and recommendations with respect to matters involving registration, compliance matters, and policy development with a variety of entities including crypto-asset trading platforms, fintech firms, and marketplaces.
• Participating on national working groups to ensure consistent application of securities laws across Canada, as well as identifying emerging issues and analyzing and developing related policy.
• Working on committees that consider and address the regulation of crypto-asset trading platforms and digital asset-related developments.
• Providing legal input and direction to the Registration and Registrant Oversight, Derivatives Oversight, and Market Oversight teams.
• Drafting concise legal memos to Market Regulation leaders, summarizing relevant areas of law and new developments.
• Presenting policy recommendations to Market Regulation leaders, ASC executives and Commission members.
• Interacting directly with industry participants in one-on-one meetings, public education sessions and advisory committees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior