About Us As a self-regulatory organization, our mission is to promote healthy capital markets by regulating fairly and effectively so that investors are protected and confident investing in their futures. At the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO), we are committed to setting high regulatory standards for the investment industry, safeguarding investors, and supporting the integrity of Canada’s capital markets. Join a growing team and contribute to the dynamic and complex world of Canadian capital markets.

About This Opportunity Reporting to the General Counsel, the Senior Legal Counsel & Assistant Corporate Secretary plays a pivotal role in the seamless execution of CIRO’s governance framework by ensuring the Board of Directors and its committees operate in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. This role acts as a key governance advisor to the Board, maintains official records, and ensures accurate documentation of corporate decisions.

Core Responsibilities

Working with the General Counsel & Corporate Secretary, serving as one of the primary governance contacts for the Board of Directors and its committees

Prepare, distribute, and maintain Board and committee meeting agendas, materials, and minutes

Ensure accurate and timely documentation of Board resolutions and decisions

Ensure ongoing compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements, while monitoring any changes and recommending necessary action as required

Assist in the development, review, and implementation of governance policies and procedures

Facilitate timely and transparent communication regarding decisions, policies, and regulatory updates

Identify governance risks and recommend mitigation strategies based on best practices





Coordinate the various activities related to the productive conduct of the Annual Meeting

Monitor compliance with Board terms, elections, appointments, and officer roles

Provide legal support to CIRO, conducting legal reviews and providing advice on a variety of corporate law and regulatory issues

What You Bring Must-haves

A law degree and a minimum of 3 years post-call experience in a legal or corporate secretarial role within the financial sector and/or a regulatory environment

Strong understanding of governance principles and fiduciary responsibilities

Excellent communication, presentation and writing skills

Excellent organizational skillswith strong attention to detail

Demonstrated initiative and dependability

Ability to demonstrate professionalism when interacting with members of the Board and other senior leaders

Ability to maintain the highest standard of confidentiality in all matters related to Board materials, minutes and sensitive information

Experience in, and strong knowledge of, regulatory processes and associated rules

Experience preparing legal documentation for a Board-level audience

Ability to travel within Canada for Board meetings as needed (5%-10% of the time)

Nice to Haves

French language skills

What we offer

Competitive base salary in alignment with market





Performance based bonus *

Hybrid work environment

Employer paid Health Benefits and Spending Account that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs as of day one

Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment *

Paid flex days and sick days *

Vacation days

Maternity Leave Of Absence/Paternity Leave Of Absence top up *

Paid continuous learning and continuing development including designations

Asterisked offerings are not applicable to contracts

Why the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) Our purpose and our impact With offices across Canada - from Vancouver to Montreal, our mission is to promote healthy capital markets by regulating fairly and effectively so that investors are protected and confident investing in their futures. As regulators, we understand that we are all investors, and therefore a career with us is a purposeful career: protecting our future.

Culture and Working Environment Life at CIRO is purpose and performance- driven. We foster an inclusive culture where teamwork, a forward-thinking attitude, and integrity are at the core of everything we do. This creates an environment where employees thrive, grow, and are empowered to learn and contribute their best.

Joining CIRO means becoming part of a dynamic and transparent organization that values accountability and is committed to maintaining the highest standards of regulatory oversight in the financial industry.

Looking for a career where you can safeguard the integrity of Canadian markets? Join CIRO and be part of the team that secures our financial future.

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📌 Senior Legal Counsel and Assistant Corporate Secretary (Toronto)
🏢 CIRO / OCRI
📍 Toronto