Job Information
TD Bank Senior Counsel, Corporate Governance and AGM in Toronto, Ontario
Work Location:
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Hours:
37.5
Line of Business:
Legal
Pay Details:
We’re committed to providing fair and equitable compensation to all our colleagues. As a candidate, we encourage you to have an open dialogue with a member of our HR Team and ask compensation related questions, including pay details for this role.
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 are able to develop their skills every day. We will help you realize your full potential and achieve your career goals. From mentorship and training programs to leadership development, you will receive everything you need to succeed.
Job Description
In this Senior Counsel role, you will be a member of the ESG & Corporate and Subsidiary Governance Legal Team located in Toronto and you will provide legal advice that both advances business outcomes and protects TD. You will work collaboratively with business, control functions and with other members of TD Legal to deliver high-quality legal advice and support for initiatives related to corporate governance, board education, ESG-related matters and TD's annual general meeting (AGM). This work is in support of sound corporate governance practices that contribute to the effective management of the bank and to achieving the bank's strategic and operational plans, goals and objectives.
The general accountabilities of the role include, but are not limited to:
Researching and advising on corporate governance requirements, expectations and best practices
Contributing to continuing education for directors, including with respect to relevant trends in business and industry and the regulatory environment in which TD operates
Providing advice and support in connection with TD's Sustainability Reporting Suite, Management Proxy Circular and engaging with external stakeholders including shareholder proponents
Being familiar and staying current with legal, regulatory and industry developments relating to corporate governance and investor relations
Making recommendations to senior lawyers and other leaders on strategy and governance-related initiatives, based on an in-depth understanding of the business and legal environment
Applying expertise and thinking creatively to address unique or novel matters and working collaboratively with colleagues across business lines and corporate functions, including Risk, Compliance, Sustainability & Corporate Citizenship, Investor Relations and others
Contributing to colleague development within the Legal Department by discussing relevant legal issues or regulatory developments
Contributing to high priority special projects and Legal Department initiatives
Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.
Job Requirements
You have a law degree from an accredited law school and are qualified to practice law in Canada
You have 5 to 7 years of experience practicing law, preferably with broad corporate governance law experience – in-house experience in ESG space also relevant
You are high energy, curious and enthusiastic
You have superior analytical and communication skills both in legal and business settings
You can manage multiple deadlines and priorities while paying attention to detail
You are an independent thinker with excellent judgment who also has strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with multiple partners
You provide advice in a time-sensitive and clear manner
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Ability to work effectively with external counsel
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. More than 95,000 TD colleagues bring their skills, talent, and creativity to the Bank, those we serve, and the economies we support. We are guided by our vision to Be the Better Bank and our purpose to enrich the lives of our customers, communities and colleagues.
TD is deeply committed to being a leader in customer experience, that is why we believe that all colleagues, no matter where they work, are customer facing. As we build our business and deliver on our strategy, we are innovating to enhance the customer experience and build capabilities to shape the future of banking. Whether you’ve got years of banking experience or are just starting your career in financial services, we can help you realize your potential. Through regular leadership and development conversations to mentorship and training programs, we’re here to support you towards your goals. As an organization, we keep growing – and so will you.
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. Learn more (http://www.td.com/ca/en/about-td/who-we-are/benefits-of-working-at-td)
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.
Colleague Development
If you’re interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills, we want to help you succeed. You’ll have regular career, development, and performance conversations with your manager, as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities. Whether you have a passion for helping customers and want to expand your experience, or you want to coach and inspire your colleagues, there are many different career paths within our organization at TD – and we’re committed to helping you identify opportunities that support your goals.
Training & Onboarding
We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you’ve got everything you need to succeed in your new role.
Interview Process
We’ll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.
Accommodation
Your accessibility is important to us. Please let us know if you’d like accommodations (including accessible meeting rooms, captioning for virtual interviews, etc.) to help us remove barriers so that you can participate throughout the interview process.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Language Requirement:
N/A.
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