Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Montreal
Legal Counsel / Legal Documentation Negotiator
Apply to the Legal Counsel / Legal Documentation Negotiator role at Societe Generale.
Responsibilities
Prepare, negotiate, and track the execution of master trading documentation, with emphasis on repurchase and securities lending documentation such as GMRA/MRA, GMSLA/MSLA, SIFMA Master Treasury Clearing Agreement and related custodial undertakings.
Prepare and negotiate other master trading documentation, including ISDA Master Agreements, Credit Support Annexes (VM and IM), account control agreements, guarantees, confidentiality agreements, and related documents for bank clients and counter parties.
Review client constituent documents and perform legal due diligence on enforce ability of close‑out netting, authority and other capacity issues.
Summarize client feedback and alternative forms, highlighting issues related to trading documentation.
Coordinate with legal, credit, front‑office, and collateral departments to resolve legal, risk, and operational issues and obtain approvals.
Provide updates to internal marketing and client relationship staff.
Work with external counsel to resolve complex matters such as ERISA and bankruptcy.
Follow up with clients and external counsel to expedite negotiations and address blocking points.
Oversee execution and closing procedures.
Field internal inquiries regarding status of agreements, specific trade terms, and policies.
Maintain and update internal documentation templates, procedures, and policy guidelines.
Update global documentation databases.
Qualifications
At least 3 years of experience negotiating transaction documentation such as GMRA, GMSLA, MRA, and ISDA Master Agreements.
Experience with standard and non‑standard sales and trading agreements.
Familiarity with U.S. and EMIR regulations applicable to derivatives, repurchase, and securities lending.
Strong commercial judgment, organizational skills, and the ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly.
Proficiency in English;
French is a plus.
Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, or related field.
Admission to the Canadian or New York State Bar is a plus.
Benefits
Competitive salary and bonus structure.
Paid vacation (minimum 20 days) and 4 personal days.
Parental and adoption leave policy.
Health spending accounts (U.S. $2,000/year, Canada $1,000/year).
Employee Assistance Program and virtual health‑care assistance.
Access to Employee Resource Groups and continuous development programs.
Hybrid work arrangement with flexibility to work remotely and on‑site.
Societe Generale is an equal opportunity employer and we are proud to make diversity a strength for our company.
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