Senior Counsel, Asset Management

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The Toronto-Dominion Bank (Canada)
Old Toronto
CAD 100,000 - 125,000
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3 days ago
Job description

Senior Counsel, Asset Management

Work Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Hours: 37.5

Line of Business: Legal

Pay Details: $136,000 - $205,000 CAD. The pay details posted reflect a temporary market premium specific to this role that is reassessed annually.

TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. Growth opportunities and skill development are defining features of the colleague experience at TD.

Job Description:

Department Overview: You will join a dynamic and collegial team of legal professionals in the Legal Department and be involved in a wide range of activities working to advance strategic priorities while ensuring proper risk management. Collaborating with talented colleagues and partners in a variety of legal specializations, members of the legal team have the chance to develop their skills every day.

The Wealth and Asset Management Legal Team provides strategic and practical legal advice to advance the objectives and strategies, as well as the TD risk management requirements of the TD Wealth businesses, which includes TD Asset Management Inc. (TDAM). This position will be primarily dedicated to supporting the TDAM business.

Job Accountabilities:

  • Advising on the launch and distribution of private pooled and alternative funds;
  • Providing legal support to TDAM's real estate, infrastructure, and private credit investment teams;
  • Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements and documentation;
  • Providing legal and regulatory advice in relation to investment funds, portfolio management, and fund management services;
  • Working on strategic initiatives, including global distribution projects;
  • Working with internal stakeholders and managing external counsel to achieve business objectives;
  • Providing advice on corporate governance and other regulatory matters.

Job Requirements:

  • Ideally 7+ years (minimum 4) of experience in a top law firm and/or in-house position practicing securities law, with experience advising on fund offerings and investment management activities.
  • Experience providing legal support to asset management firms, pension funds or other buy-side participants would be an asset.
  • You are a critical thinker with excellent judgment who also has strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with multiple partners and stakeholders.
  • You have superior communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with senior members of TD Bank's management team.
  • You can manage multiple deadlines and priorities without sacrificing focus and attention to detail and work independently to provide legal support on major projects in a demanding, fast-paced environment.
  • You can also work collaboratively in a large legal team setting with other lawyers and TD Legal Department leaders.

Who We Are: TD is one of the world's leading global financial institutions and is the fifth largest bank in North America by branches/stores. Every day, we deliver legendary customer experiences to over 27 million households and businesses in Canada, the United States, and around the world.

Our Total Rewards Package: Our Total Rewards package reflects the investments we make in our colleagues to help them and their families achieve their financial, physical, and mental well-being goals. Total Rewards at TD includes a base salary, variable compensation, and several other key plans such as health and well-being benefits, savings and retirement programs, paid time off, banking benefits and discounts, career development, and reward and recognition programs.

Additional Information: We’re delighted that you’re considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we’re committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.

Please be advised that this job opportunity is subject to provincial regulation for employment purposes.

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