Senior legal and compliance advisor

Attendance

Hybrid

Job number

32540

Category

Senior Professional

Status: Temporary 6 months

Type of Contract

Temporary

Number of months

6 months

Schedule: Full-Time

Full Time / Part Time?

Full-Time

Posting date

28-Apr-2026

Area(s) of interest: Risk management, Legal, Insurance

Location(s): Montreal

A career as a senior legal and compliance advisor within the Insurance team at National Bank means acting as a legal and regulatory reference to support a strong risk management culture and ensure the compliance of sector practices. This role allows you to make a tangible impact on client protection through your expertise in law, compliance and insurance.

Your role

• Advise senior management, internal teams and external partners on decisions requiring expertise in compliance and legal matters

• Provide formal legal opinions on files across all Canadian jurisdictions

• Oversee the management of contracts and agreements with partners, suppliers, insurers and financial security advisors, in collaboration with the Bank’s specialized teams

• Monitor developments in the legal and regulatory framework across Canada and support management in implementation and change management initiatives

• Deploy, maintain and continuously enhance best legal and regulatory practices, including the compliance program and related documentation

• Represent the Insurance sector with regulatory authorities and industry committees, and lead required follow-ups, reports and action plans

Your team

The Insurance sector is made up of a committed team of specialists who work proactively and collaboratively to strengthen risk management, ensure regulatory compliance and continuously improve practices.

Within National Bank Insurance, you are part of a team of five colleagues and report to the Head of Compliance and Risk Management. The team stands out for its high level of expertise, strong credibility with regulatory bodies and solution-oriented approach. We strive to offer maximum flexibility to support your quality of life, including a hybrid work environment and an adaptable, flexible schedule.

National Bank values continuous development and internal mobility. Our personalized training programs, based on learning through action, enable you to master your role and develop new areas of expertise. Tools such as the Data Academy, language training, the Harvard Learning Centre, as well as coaching and mentoring support, are available to you at all times.

Requirements

• Hold a relevant bachelor’s degree and have seven years of related experience, or a relevant master’s degree and five years of related experience, or a first‑cycle university certificate and nine years of related experience

• Be a member in good standing of the Barreau du Québec or another Canadian law society for more than three years

• Demonstrate advanced expertise in the legal and regulatory framework applicable to the insurance industry

• Have in‑depth knowledge of products and activities related to the insurance sector

• Possess significant experience managing complex legal and regulatory files

Languages:

English, French

Reason to require this language: you will need to discuss frequently with our service providers or partners who speak a language other than French.

Skills

Artificial Intelligence Diversity & Inclusion Teamwork Cybersecurity Empathy Initiative Learning Agility Resiliency

Your benefits

In addition to competitive compensation, you’ll be eligible for a wide range of flexible benefits to help promote your wellbeing and that of your family such as:

* Health and wellness program, including many options

* Group insurance

* Generous pension plan

* Employee and Family Assistance Program

* Preferential banking services

* Opportunities to get involved in community initiatives

* Telemedicine service

* Virtual sleep clinic

We have an offer that keeps up with trends as well as your needs and those of your family. 

Our dynamic work environments and cutting-edge collaboration tools foster a positive employee experience. We actively listen to employees’ ideas. Whether through our surveys or programs, regular feedback and ongoing communication is encouraged.

Making a bold move in a people-first environment

We're a bank on a human scale that stands out for its courage, entrepreneurial culture, and passion for people. Our mission is to have a positive impact on people's lives. Our core values of partnership, agility, and empowerment inspire us, and inclusion is central to our commitments. We aim, wherever possible, to provide a barrier-free and accessible environment to all employees. 

We strive to provide accessibility measures throughout the recruitment process within the limits of our available resources. If you require accommodations, feel free to let us know during our initial conversations. We welcome all candidates! What can you bring to our team?

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For an environment that supports your career path

There are many varied opportunities for you to progress and develop, and move ahead in your career. This includes on-the-job learning and training, co-development and pairing with other employees, professional support and mentoring, internal career days or discussion forums with our leaders.

For an inclusive and diverse environment

We foster inclusion in an environment where each person’s unique qualities, whether visible or invisible, are celebrated and valued. We welcome all candidates! What can you bring to our team?