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In-House Junior Legal Counsel/Legal Counsel II

Intact Financial Corporation
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
Permanent
Full-time

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 Junior Legal Counsel and Intermediate Legal Counsel to join our growing team!

What you’ll do here :

  • Handle insurance defence files of varying complexities independently from beginning to conclusion.
  • Independently prepare and conduct applications / motions, discoveries, mediations, arbitration, pre-trial conferences and trials.
  • Draft opinions, pleadings, affidavits and other legal documents to support motion applications, mediation briefs and pre-trial memoranda.
  • Prepare and present legal educational seminars to the claims department.
  • Maintain productive and effective communications with the claims department and adjusters.

What you bring to the table :

  • Member in good standing of the Law Society.
  • Minimum of 2 years + of insurance litigation experience.
  • Expertise in drafting pleadings, reviewing and assessing voluminous production, conducting discoveries, and trials / arbitration.
  • Superior organizational skills, including the ability to handle multiple case files simultaneously and independently.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective client relationships.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills combined with research and negotiating experience.
  • Proficient in alternative dispute resolution including independent preparation and conduct of mediations.

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.

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