AB Paralegal, Claims

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 AB Paralegals to join our growing team!

Intact Insurance Company has a team of over litigators in 12 locations across Canada, including 5 Ontario cities. Intact is now seeking dynamic paralegals with AB experience to join our team!

What you’ll do here :

• Independent carriage of file handling matters before the License Appeal Tribunal from beginning to conclusion.
• Provide support to Legal Counsel by second chairing, providing research, and other appropriate file related tasks in complex and high value files.
• Draft opinions, pleadings, affidavits and other legal documents to support applications, mediations, case conferences, private arbitrations and LAT hearings.
• Independently prepare and conduct LAT hearings of appropriate complexity, primarily written hearings.
• 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 with the Law Society of Ontario with a P1 License.
• Minimum of 2 years + of insurance litigation experience.
• Experience in legal research and writing, including authorship of legal opinions.
• Experience in drafting pleadings, affidavits, and written submissions, and preparing summaries of medical and financial documents.
• Proficiency in alternative dispute resolution (ADR) processes.
• Tribunal hearing and / or 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.
• Set high standards, be an agent of change, adaptive, with a strong drive to outperform.

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 and help you grow

A Community Impact program, because what you care about is a part of what makes you different. And how you contribute to your community should be just as unique.