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About the Role

McCarthy Tétrault is seeking an Ethical Walls Analyst to manage ethical walls and confidential screens, coordinate compliance and onboarding, prepare no-contact memos and reports, and support conflicts and risk management initiatives. This role offers a hybrid work environment and is an existing vacancy.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the go-to expert for all inquiries related to ethical walls (screen) within the firm.
• Work closely with General Counsel and Risk Management to devise solutions for complex business and legal conflicts.
• Oversee the creation and management of confidential screens across all office locations.
• Coordinate with various teams for time-sensitive onboarding and ensuring compliance with ethical screens.
• Prepare and distribute crucial “no-contact” memos and audit reports, managing sensitive information effectively.
• Lead in managing security for specialized working groups and confidential files.
• Regularly review and update screens, ensuring their integrity and accuracy.
• Analyze and optimize existing screens, identifying opportunities for improvements.
• Support the conflicts and file-opening team as necessary, along with handling ad hoc projects.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience, preferably in a legal or professional services environment.
• Strong foundation in accounting principles.
• Bilingualism in English and French is a valuable asset.
• Excellent multitasking abilities, capable of working under tight deadlines.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Familiarity with business and legal terminology.

Skills

• Ethical walls management
• Confidential screens management
• Compliance coordination
• Onboarding coordination
• No-contact memo preparation
• Report preparation
• Conflicts support
• Risk management support
• Accounting principles
• Multitasking
• Problem-solving
• Attention to detail
• Organizational skills
• Business terminology
• Legal terminology

Location

• Vancouver
• Calgary
• Toronto

Work Type

• Hybrid

Experience Level

• Minimum of 5 years of experience

Education Level

• Post-secondary education in accounting, database management, or related fields.

Salary/Compensations

• $68,000 – $78,000 annually (Toronto or Vancouver Only)

Benefits

• Outstanding benefits from day one, including insurance premiums paid by the Firm and wellness and technology reimbursements.
• Competitive compensation, paid overtime and generous time off, including a day off to volunteer and a day off for your birthday.
• A commitment to professional development and growth opportunities for our people at all levels, supported by a culture that fully embraces and encourages two-way feedback.
• Strong community involvement and a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
• A collaborative, cohesive culture that connects lawyers and business teams through collective purpose.

About the Company

• McCarthy Tétrault is a leading Canadian law firm offering a full suite of legal and business solutions to clients in Canada and around the world.
• Recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for eleven consecutive years and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers for fourteen consecutive years.
• Our culture is guided by The McCarthy Way—our shared approach to working with clients and with each other.
• The McCarthy Way is built on four core elements: Excellence, Collaboration, Inclusion, and Innovation.

Equal Opportunity

• McCarthy Tétrault is an equal opportunity employer that fosters an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment. Please notify us if you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process.