Legal Counsel (14 Month Contract)
Core
Provide practical, business-focused legal advice to internal partners across Nicola Wealth, managing legal risk and enabling sound decision-making for corporate and commercial matters.
Role type
Senior in-house legal counsel (contract)
Builds
Corporate governance, commercial contracts, fund documentation, and regulatory compliance frameworks
Domain
Wealth management / Asset management / Financial services
Required skills
Contract drafting and negotiation, Corporate governance, Securities law, Fund formation, Regulatory compliance, Risk management, Legal process improvement, Legal record maintenance
Preferred skills
Capital markets knowledge, Asset management industry experience, French language proficiency
Technologies
Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Responsibilities
Review, draft, and negotiate commercial agreements; Partner on fund matters including formation and offering documentation; Monitor legal and regulatory developments; Identify and implement improvements to legal processes; Maintain accurate legal records and documentation
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
