Overview
In-House Legal Counsel II/Senior Legal Counsel Jobs in London – Ontario at Intact Financial Corporation
Title: In-House Legal Counsel II/Senior Legal Counsel
Company: Intact Financial Corporation
Location: London – Ontario
Category: Law/Legal (Lawyer, Legal Counsel, Litigation)
JOB DESCRIPTION
Our employees are at the heart of what we do best: helping people, businesses and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times. When you
join our team
, you’re bringing this
purpose
to life alongside a passionate community of experts. Feel empowered to
learn and grow
while being valued for who you are– here,
diversity
is a strength.
You have
our commitment to
support you
in reaching
your goals
with tools, opportunities, and
flexibility
. It’s our employee promise. Our hybrid work model provides the balance between
working from home
and enjoying meaningful in-person interactions.
Read on to see how you can shape the future, win as a team, and grow with us.
About the role
We’re looking for both Legal Counsel II and Senior Legal Counsel to
join our growing team
!
What you’ll do here:
Handle insurance litigation files of varying complexities from beginning to conclusion.
Draft opinions, pleadings, affidavits and other legal documents to support applications, mediations, judicial settlement conferences and trials.
Independently prepare and conduct applications, discoveries, mediations, arbitration, pre-trial conferences and trials.
Prepare and present legal educational seminars to the claims department and help your Intact colleagues from other departments on inquiries.
Maintain productive and effective communications with claims department and adjusters.
What you bring to the table:
Member in good standing of the Law Society.
Minimum of 6 years + of insurance litigation experience.
Experience in legal research and writing, including authorship of legal opinions.
Experience in drafting pleadings, conducting discoveries, mediations, application documents and pre-hearing memoranda.
Proficiency in alternative dispute resolution (ADR) processes.
Trial experience, particularly independent trial experience, is a definite asset.
Excellent verbal and written
communication skills
, combined with research and negotiation experience.
Have superior organizational skills, including the ability to handle multiple case files simultaneously.
Have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective client relationships.
What we offer
Working here means you’ll be empowered to be and do your best every day. Here is some of what you can expect as a permanent member of our team: A financial rewards program that recognizes your success An industry leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased An extensive flex pension and
benefits package
, with access to virtual healthcare
Flexible work arrangements
Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year An annual
wellness
account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues A
dynamic
workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs
Inclusive
employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities
Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up …
