Legal Counsel - Wealth Management
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· Posted 5 days ago
Position Overview
Location:
Toronto, Canada 
Compensation:
C$16,000 - C$24,000/year
Position:
Mid
Type:
Job
Practice Area:
Corporate Law
Remote:
No
Posted:
Deadline:
May 19, 2026
Job Description
Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) is seeking a Legal Counsel for its Wealth Management division at RBC Centre, 200 Bay Street, Toronto. You will support RBC Wealth Management, RBC Dominion Securities, and RBC Global Asset Management on regulatory, compliance, and transactional matters.
Key Responsibilities
- Advise on regulatory compliance for investment dealers and portfolio managers under CIRO (formerly IIROC) rules
- Support the launch of new investment products including mutual funds, ETFs, and managed accounts under National Instrument 81-102
- Advise on trust and estate planning matters under Ontario's Succession Law Reform Act and Trustee Act
- Draft and review investment management agreements, advisory agreements, and client documentation
- Support regulatory examinations and enforcement inquiries from CIRO and provincial securities commissions
Requirements
- Called to the Bar in Ontario (LSO member)
- 4-7 years post-call experience in securities, wealth management, or investment fund law
- JD/LLB from a recognized law school
- Understanding of CIRO rules, NI 81-102, and provincial securities legislation
- Experience in the financial services industry preferred
Responsibilities
CIRO compliance, investment fund regulation, NI 81-102, trust and estate advisory
Requirements
Ontario Bar, 4-7 years securities/wealth PQE, JD/LLB
Perks & Benefits
Legal career opportunities, Professional development, Competitive compensation, Health benefits, Retirement planning
Compensation
C$16,000 - C$24,000/year
Practice Area
Corporate Law
Position
Mid
Applicant Location Requirements
Applicants must be located in: US
Application Contact
Contact: Royal Bank of Canada Hiring Team
Application Deadline
May 19, 2026
Employment Type
Full time
