Senior Counsel, Global Asset Management
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Job Description WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY? As Senior Counsel, you will be a key member of the legal team supporting RBC Global Asset Management (“GAM”). In this role, you will work directly with the GAM business and other functional teams to provide legal support for a broad range of areas including strategic business initiatives and legal risk issues pertaining to the business. You will advise the business on a range of asset management matters, including the structuring, offering and ongoing operation of publicly- and privately-offered investment funds. You will also advise on regulatory developments impacting the GAM business and helping to identify and manage legal, regulatory and reputational risks. WHAT WILL YOU DO? Advise on the structuring, offering and ongoing operation of publicly- and privately-offered investment funds Draft, review and support the business to maintain public fund disclosure documents, including prospectuses, fund facts and MRFPs Work closely with our Compliance partners on matters relating to investment restrictions, conflicts of interest and the Independent Review Committee Draft and negotiate agreements, including sub-advisory agreements, dealer agreements, investment management agreements and subscription agreements Advise on various regulatory developments that may impact the business, and help identify and manage legal, regulatory and reputational risks Work with senior members of the legal team, Compliance and the business in formulating and executing policies and procedures for addressing legal, regulatory and reputational risks as they relate to relevant products Partner with the business and broader enterprise on strategic business initiatives by providing legal advice in relation to their strategic goals and objectives Manage cost and performance of external counsel and the demand for internal and external legal services WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED? Must have: LLB or JD and called to the Bar of a Canadian province 7+ years of relevant experience gained in private practice, at a securities regulator or in an in-house role Knowledge and experience with National Instruments NI 81-101 through NI 81-107, National Instrument 31-103, investment funds and general securities and corporate law Strong written, oral communication and presentation skills with the ability to manage contentious issues Strong leadership skills, excellent judgment and the ability to work under tight timelines and manage competing priorities Ability to work well independently and collaboratively as part of a larger team Experience in ESG-disclosure and/or cross-jurisdictional investment fund and asset management matters would be an asset WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU? We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual. A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities Ability to make a difference and lasting impact Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team A world-class training program in financial services Flexible work/life balance options Opportunities to do challenging work Job Skills Business Perspective, Coaching Others, Customer Service Management, Decision Making, Financial Regulation, Group Problem Solving, High Impact Communication, Legal Practices, Time Management Additional Job Details Address: ROYAL BANK PLAZA, 200 BAY ST:TORONTO City: Toronto Country: Canada Work hours/week: 37.5 Employment Type: Full time Platform: Job Type: Regular Pay Type: Salaried Posted Date: 2026-07-30 Application Deadline: 2026-08-30 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above Our Employment Opportunities At RBC, we are guided by living shared values of Client First, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Excellence and winning together as One RBC. We believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all. Join our Talent Community
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About RBC
Royal Bank of Canada is a global financial institution with a purpose-driven, principles-led approach to delivering leading performance. Our success comes from the 94,000+ employees who leverage their imaginations and insights to bring our vision, values and strategy to life so we can help our clients thrive and communities prosper. As Canada's biggest bank and one of the largest in the world, based on market capitalization, we have a diversified business model with a focus on innovation and providing exceptional experiences to our more than 17 million clients in Canada, the U.S. and 27 other countries. Learn more at rbc.com. We are proud to support a broad range of community initiatives through donations, community investments and employee volunteer activities. See how at www.rbc.com/community-social-impact.
http://rbc.com/legalstuff.
La Banque Royale du Canada est une institution financière mondiale définie par sa raison d'être, guidée par des principes et orientée vers l'excellence en matière de rendement. Notre succès est attribuable aux quelque 94 000+ employés qui mettent à profit leur créativité et leur savoir faire pour concrétiser notre vision, nos valeurs et notre stratégie afin que nous puissions contribuer à la prospérité de nos clients et au dynamisme des collectivités. Selon la capitalisation boursière, nous sommes la plus importante banque du Canada et l'une des plus grandes banques du monde. Nous avons adopté un modèle d'affaires diversifié axé sur l'innovation et l'offre d'expériences exceptionnelles à nos plus de 17 millions de clients au Canada, aux États Unis et dans 27 autres pays. Pour en savoir plus, visitez le site rbc.com/francais
Nous sommes fiers d'appuyer une grande diversité d'initiatives communautaires par des dons, des investissements dans la collectivité et le travail bénévole de nos employés. Pour de plus amples renseignements, visitez le site www.rbc.com/collectivite-impact-social.
https://www.rbc.com/conditions-dutilisation/
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Senior Counsel, Global Asset Management
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Job Description WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY? As Senior Counsel, you will be a key member of the legal team supporting RBC Global Asset Management (“GAM”). In this role, you will work directly with the GAM business and other functional teams to provide legal support for a broad range of areas including strategic business initiatives and legal risk issues pertaining to the business. You will advise the business on a range of asset management matters, including the structuring, offering and ongoing operation of publicly- and privately-offered investment funds. You will also advise on regulatory developments impacting the GAM business and helping to identify and manage legal, regulatory and reputational risks. WHAT WILL YOU DO? Advise on the structuring, offering and ongoing operation of publicly- and privately-offered investment funds Draft, review and support the business to maintain public fund disclosure documents, including prospectuses, fund facts and MRFPs Work closely with our Compliance partners on matters relating to investment restrictions, conflicts of interest and the Independent Review Committee Draft and negotiate agreements, including sub-advisory agreements, dealer agreements, investment management agreements and subscription agreements Advise on various regulatory developments that may impact the business, and help identify and manage legal, regulatory and reputational risks Work with senior members of the legal team, Compliance and the business in formulating and executing policies and procedures for addressing legal, regulatory and reputational risks as they relate to relevant products Partner with the business and broader enterprise on strategic business initiatives by providing legal advice in relation to their strategic goals and objectives Manage cost and performance of external counsel and the demand for internal and external legal services WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED? Must have: LLB or JD and called to the Bar of a Canadian province 7+ years of relevant experience gained in private practice, at a securities regulator or in an in-house role Knowledge and experience with National Instruments NI 81-101 through NI 81-107, National Instrument 31-103, investment funds and general securities and corporate law Strong written, oral communication and presentation skills with the ability to manage contentious issues Strong leadership skills, excellent judgment and the ability to work under tight timelines and manage competing priorities Ability to work well independently and collaboratively as part of a larger team Experience in ESG-disclosure and/or cross-jurisdictional investment fund and asset management matters would be an asset WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU? We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual. A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities Ability to make a difference and lasting impact Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team A world-class training program in financial services Flexible work/life balance options Opportunities to do challenging work Job Skills Business Perspective, Coaching Others, Customer Service Management, Decision Making, Financial Regulation, Group Problem Solving, High Impact Communication, Legal Practices, Time Management Additional Job Details Address: ROYAL BANK PLAZA, 200 BAY ST:TORONTO City: Toronto Country: Canada Work hours/week: 37.5 Employment Type: Full time Platform: Job Type: Regular Pay Type: Salaried Posted Date: 2026-07-30 Application Deadline: 2026-08-30 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above Our Employment Opportunities At RBC, we are guided by living shared values of Client First, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Excellence and winning together as One RBC. We believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all. Join our Talent Community
Stay in-the-know about great career opportunities at RBC. Sign up and get customized info on our latest jobs, career tips and Recruitment events that matter to you.
Expand your limits and create a new future together at RBC. Find out how we use our passion and drive to enhance the well-being of our clients and communities at jobs.rbc.com. RBC is presently inviting candidates to apply for this existing vacancy. Applying to this posting allows you to express your interest in this current career opportunity at RBC. Qualified applicants may be contacted to review their resume in more detail.
About RBC
Royal Bank of Canada is a global financial institution with a purpose-driven, principles-led approach to delivering leading performance. Our success comes from the 94,000+ employees who leverage their imaginations and insights to bring our vision, values and strategy to life so we can help our clients thrive and communities prosper. As Canada's biggest bank and one of the largest in the world, based on market capitalization, we have a diversified business model with a focus on innovation and providing exceptional experiences to our more than 17 million clients in Canada, the U.S. and 27 other countries. Learn more at rbc.com. We are proud to support a broad range of community initiatives through donations, community investments and employee volunteer activities. See how at www.rbc.com/community-social-impact.
http://rbc.com/legalstuff.
La Banque Royale du Canada est une institution financière mondiale définie par sa raison d'être, guidée par des principes et orientée vers l'excellence en matière de rendement. Notre succès est attribuable aux quelque 94 000+ employés qui mettent à profit leur créativité et leur savoir faire pour concrétiser notre vision, nos valeurs et notre stratégie afin que nous puissions contribuer à la prospérité de nos clients et au dynamisme des collectivités. Selon la capitalisation boursière, nous sommes la plus importante banque du Canada et l'une des plus grandes banques du monde. Nous avons adopté un modèle d'affaires diversifié axé sur l'innovation et l'offre d'expériences exceptionnelles à nos plus de 17 millions de clients au Canada, aux États Unis et dans 27 autres pays. Pour en savoir plus, visitez le site rbc.com/francais
Nous sommes fiers d'appuyer une grande diversité d'initiatives communautaires par des dons, des investissements dans la collectivité et le travail bénévole de nos employés. Pour de plus amples renseignements, visitez le site www.rbc.com/collectivite-impact-social.
https://www.rbc.com/conditions-dutilisation/