Senior Legal Counsel, Governance and Ethics

Beneva

. Provide Beneva managers and employees with the support, training, and advice required to apply the company’s Code of Ethics .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeMontreal • CanadaSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in governance, corporate law, and ethics, with a strong ability to draft policies and provide training. Proficient in both French and English, ensuring effective communication and documentation across various executive levels.

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Bachelor’s Degree In LawMember In Good Standing Of The BarGovernance ExperienceCorporate Law ExpertiseFluency In French And English

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Hard Skills

GovernanceCorporate LawEthicsESG FactorsPolicy DraftingDocument ReviewAccountability ReportingInternal Governance DocumentationRegulatory Follow-UpsCommittee Support

Soft Skills

TrainingAdvisory SkillsAnalytical SkillsCommunication SkillsCollaboration

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide Beneva managers and employees with the support, training, and advice required to apply the company’s Code of Ethics
Participate in drafting corporate policies, directives, and documents
Review corporate documents prepared by other executive vice-presidencies from a governance perspective
Monitor, analyze, draft, and/or provide recommendations regarding governance, corporate law, ethics, and ESG factors
Participate in internal follow-ups arising from regulators’ monitoring reports and prepare the appropriate accountability reports
Document Beneva’s internal governance with the various executive vice-presidencies
Ensure the consistency, distribution, and updating of institutional documents submitted to the Board of Directors and/or Executive Committee
Participate in the development and implementation of the organization’s programs and projects involving the Legal Department
Act as secretary for Beneva committees and other governing bodies, as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Law
Member in good standing of the Bar
At least seven (7) years of experience in governance, ethics, and/or corporate law
Excellent command of French, both written and spoken
Advanced proficiency in English, both written and spoken

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employer
Temporary 12-month position