Ethical Walls Analyst ( 18 month contract)

Job Description

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. With offices in Toronto, Montréal, Québec City, Calgary and Vancouver, we provide challenging and rewarding career opportunities across the country. 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, through attracting and developing top talent committed to delivering on our Client Commitment; Collaboration, through seamless, integrated teamwork; Inclusion, through eliminating barriers to belonging and success; and Innovation, through delivering maximum value by embracing leading-edge technologies and approaches. Together, these principles shape how we work, lead, and grow—every day.

We are recruiting for an Ethical Walls Analyst to join our team in our Vancouver, Calgary or Toronto office. The successful candidate must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in legal, professional services, conflicts, risk management, or a related field and will be responsible for managing ethical walls and confidential screens, coordinating compliance and onboarding, preparing no-contact memos and reports, and supporting conflicts and risk management initiatives. McCarthy Tétrault employees benefit from a hybrid work environment. This position is to fill an existing vacancy.

Salary Range (Toronto or Vancouver Only): $68,000 – $78,000 annually 

The offered salary may vary based on the candidate’s job-specific knowledge, skills, and experience.

As an Ethical Walls Analyst, you will be:

• Serving as the go-to expert for all inquiries related to ethical walls (screen) within the firm.
• Working closely with General Counsel and Risk Management to devise solutions for complex business and legal conflicts.
• Overseeing the creation and management of confidential screens across all office locations.
• Coordinating with various teams for time-sensitive onboarding and ensuring compliance with ethical screens.
• Preparing and distributing crucial “no-contact” memos and audit reports, managing sensitive information effectively.
• Leading in managing security for specialized working groups and confidential files.
• Regularly reviewing and updating screens, ensuring their integrity and accuracy.
• Analyzing and optimizing existing screens, identifying opportunities for improvements.
• Supporting the conflicts and file-opening team as necessary, along with handling ad hoc projects.

As our ideal candidate, you will distinguish yourself by the following profile:

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

As a member of the McCarthy team, you will have access to:

• 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.

How to Apply: 

We encourage external candidates to apply online and internal applicants must apply directly through our internal careers portal on Espresso. We look forward to receiving your application.

McCarthy Tétrault utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) technology as part of our application screening process to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of our recruitment efforts by analyzing applications to identify candidates whose qualifications and experiences align with the requirements of the position.

We thank all applicants for their interest in McCarthy Tétrault; however, only chosen applicants will be contacted. We regret that we are unable to respond to individual inquiries about application status. 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.