Senior Legal Counsel, Securities and Compliance

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At Bell, our purpose is to advance how Canadians connect with each other and the world. We achieve this by providing consumers and businesses with the best network technologies in the world, innovative digital solutions and seamless customer experiences. It’s all developed and delivered by the members of #Team Bell and we’re always on the lookout for people with great skills and experiences.

We provide a supportive and inclusive community where all team members can succeed. And through our commitment to environmental, social and governance initiatives, you will feel good about the greater impact you will have – making every day better for people as they connect, work, learn and play.

Join us. You belong at Bell.

Be part of protecting, securing and guiding Bell’s vision for today and the future on the Legal and Regulatory teams. Your strategic advice, counsel and professional commitment will advance the corporate, legal and regulatory strategies that underpin Bell’s industry leadership.

At Bell, your credentials and real-world experience will secure the future for evolving digital connections and next generation services.

We are seeking a Senior Legal Counsel, reporting to the Assistant General Counsel, Financings and Compliance, to provide support for the BCE group of companies’ public disclosure and securities compliance matters. The ideal candidate for this position should have at least 5 years of relevant business law experience gained in private practice and/or an in-house legal department, with a particular focus on public disclosure and securities compliance obligations of public companies.

• Provide legal advice on securities compliance matters, including public disclosure and stock exchange requirements.
• Draft, review, and advise on MD&As, annual information forms, annual reports, financial statements, press releases and analyst presentations.
• Lead the legal review of sustainability reports and disclosure.
• Support the Controller’s, Communications, and Investor Relations teams in preparing accurate and compliant disclosure materials.
• Draft board resolutions, company policies, and other governance documents.
• Ensure compliance with applicable securities laws and regulations and monitor market practice and new requirements and best practices.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to manage legal risks and provide strategic advice.

• Called to the Bar of a Canadian province.
• At least 5 years of relevant business law experience gained in private practice and/or within the legal department of a Canadian public company.
• Strong understanding of Canadian securities laws and market practices.
• Strong analytical skills, written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to understand, simplify, and explain complex legal issues to senior business leaders.
• Excellent relationship management skills and the ability to work independently.
• Sound judgment with the ability to manage ambiguity, make decisions and escalate issues when appropriate.
• Strong time management and organizational skills, including being comfortable working under pressure to meet a variety of deadlines and set priorities.

• Knowledge of the French language, verbal and written, is an asset.
• Experience with ESG disclosure requirements is an asset.

Adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.

For work arrangements that are ‘Hybrid’, successful candidates must be based in Canada and report to a set Bell office for a minimum of 3 days a week. Recognizing the importance of work-life balance, Bell offers flexibility in work hours based on the business needs.

Please apply directly online to be considered for this role. Applications through email will not be accepted.

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