BMO · 2 weeks ago
Legal and Regulatory Compliance Associate, Summer 2026 (Co-op/Internship) - 10 Weeks
Chicago, IL, USA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$46K/yr - $76K/yr
1+ years exp
Start in 2026 SummerBMO is a leading financial institution, and they are seeking a Legal and Regulatory Compliance Associate for a summer co-op internship. The role involves performing administrative tasks, supporting legal counsel, managing legal documentation, and participating in special projects to ensure efficient operations within the legal department.
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Responsibilities
Performs a variety of administrative tasks, financial and human resources administration in support of legal counsel
Provides services ensuring all administrative and operational processes and control standards are followed and contributes to the effective and efficient operation of the business group
Supports one or more legal counsel roles with complex portfolios and operates at various levels within a fast paced deadline-sensitive environment
Manages legal documentation, project files and filing systems, and maintains a Document Library System for all legal matters
Participates in special projects assigned by legal counsel or the Office of the General Counsel
Gathers and analyses research data such as statues, decisions, legal articles, codes and documents
Supports the development of tailored messaging, which may include writing, editing and distributing communications
Manages and monitors calendar of appointments and upcoming events
Coordinates and creates meeting agendas, and obtains and prepares briefing materials
Dispatches meeting invitations, books meeting rooms and arranges for resources and requirements, including travel arrangements, in support of smooth and efficient meeting facilitation
Reviews BMO Buying Online invoices for accuracy in adherence with documented processes and guidelines
Supports new committee and Board Members through orientation
Ensures processes for onboarding/ offboarding of legal counsel are executed efficiently
Responds to inquiries concerning corporate information, legal agreements and certain legal issues
Analyzes data and information to provide insights and recommendations
Handles sensitive/confidential Bank information while minimizing legal risk
Adheres to instructions, internal systems, processes & procedures to deliver timely, accurate and efficient services and support
Operates effectively in a high stress environment with constantly changing expectations
Completes complex & diverse tasks within given rules/limits and may include handling escalations from other employees
Analyzes issues and determines next steps
Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed
Qualification
Required
Typically between 1-2 years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study desirable or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Post-secondary education and accreditation from recognized legal assistant training program or relevant experience in a legal function
Working knowledge of legal concepts, terminology and procedures and their applicability to the department or organization
Specialized knowledge
Verbal & written communication skills - Good
Organization skills - Good
Collaboration & team skills - Good
Analytical and problem solving skills - Good
Benefits
Health insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Accident and life insurance
Retirement savings plans
Company
BMO
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10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$7.54B2025-10-23Post Ipo Debt· $142.91M
2025-02-26Post Ipo Debt· $871.76M
2024-07-09Post Ipo Debt· $750M
Leadership Team
David Casper
U.S. Chief Executive Officer
Azam Dawood
Head Of Sourcing
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