Temporary 12-month positionAs a legal affairs advisor, you help protect the organization's legal interests by ensuring it complies with all laws. You also play a key role in making sure that its rights are protected and obligations are met. You represent the organization in situations involving its legal interests.You may be responsible for one or more sub‐specialties, such as contested matters and the Office of the Corporate Secretary (ethics and skilled conduct, official registries, meeting minutes, the general meeting, etc.). You advise and assist clients and partners as part of intervention and development initiatives. You recommend solutions to improve or optimize standards, policies and programs. Your projects and initiatives require extensive knowledge of your line of work.You prepare recommendations, solutions and action plans based on the organization's objectives and priorities. You help solve complex problems using your analytical skills and extensive knowledge of the line of business. Coordination is critical, so you frequently interact with stakeholders working in other fields. Interpersonal savvy is therefore essential. More specifically, you will be required to:Advise and support the organization's units and decision‐making bodies on the handling and execution of initiatives and activities related to your line of workAnalyze data, conduct studies, make recommendations and write reportsInterpret laws and regulations, issue legal opinions, and prepare and validate rules, standards, policies, procedures, forms and agreementsDiagnose issues, challenges and needs to determine target outcomes. Prepare recommendations, solutions and action plansRepresent the organization in court. Draft pleadings,



prepare witnesses, deliver oral arguments and negotiate the best possible termsServe as resource person for your unit, clients and partnersWhat we offer*Competitive salary and annual bonus4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first yearDefined benefit pension plan that provides predictable, stable income throughout retirementGroup insurance including telemedicineReimbursement of health and wellness expenses and telework equipment* Benefits apply based on eligibility criteria.What you bring to the tableBachelor's degree in a related fieldA minimum of four years of relevant experiencePlease note that other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be consideredBe a member in good standing of the Barreau du Québec or the Chambre des notaires du QuébecKnowledge of French is required Action oriented, Business insight, Customer Focus, Differences, Interpersonal Savvy, Nimble learning, Strategic mindsetEquity, Diversity, Inclusion and AccessibilityAt Desjardins, we believe in equity, diversity and inclusion. We're committed to welcoming, respecting and valuing people for who they are as individuals, learning from their differences, embracing their uniqueness, and providing a positive workplace for all. At Desjardins, we have zero tolerance for discrimination of any kind. We believe our teams should reflect the diversity of the members, clients and communities we serve.If there's something we can do to help make the recruitment process or the job you're applying for more accessible, let us know. We can provide accommodations at any stage in the recruitment process. Just ask!Trade Union (If applicable)Job FamilyLegal Affairs (FG)Unposting Date2026-09-11

📌 Advisor, Legal Affairs (Montreal River)
🏢 Desjardins
📍 Montreal River