Senior Corporate Counsel

2 weeks ago


Markham, Ontario, Canada Aviva Full time

Individually we are people, but together we are Aviva. Individually these are just words, but together they are our Values – Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence.

Aviva Canada is one of Canada's leading property and casualty insurance groups, providing home, automobile, lifestyle and business insurance to 2.4 million customers. A subsidiary of UK-based Aviva plc, Aviva Canada has more than 4,000 employees focused on creating a sustainable future for our people, our customers, our communities and our planet. In 2021, Aviva plc announced Aviva's global ambition to become a net zero carbon emissions company by 2040.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Corporate Counsel in our corporate legal team within the General Counsel office. We are looking for a business-minded lawyer with 5 or more years of post-qualifying in-house and/or law firm experience to support different lines of businesses within Aviva Canada's Global Corporate & Specialty group. It is a definite asset if you have demonstrated experience in at least some of the following legal areas: corporate and commercial law, surety, construction, banking, and insurance.

This role offers a great opportunity to utilize, build and grow your skills and experience in a broad range of corporate and commercial matters and to join a collaborative team working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Does this sound like your next role? Read on

What you'll do

Utilize, build and grow your skills and experience in a broad range of corporate and commercial matter.

What you'll bring

Call to a provincial Canadian bar with a current license. 5 or more years of post-qualifying inhouse and/or law firm experience. Ability to work autonomously with strong drafting and negotiation skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively with peers and stakeholders. Strong problem-solving skills, with ability to provide pragmatic, commercially focused advice. Ability to spot, troubleshoot and summarize legal issues and ability to effectively convey recommendations to stakeholders.

Hybrid Working Model

Aviva offers a flexible working model which allows this role to be split between working remotely and working at Aviva's Markham or Toronto offices.

What you'll get

Compelling rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities. Competitive vacation package with the option to purchase 5 extra days off per year. Employee driven programs focused on gender, LGBTQ+, origins, diversity and inclusion. Corporate wellness programs to support our employees' physical and mental health.

Additional Information: Aviva Canada has an accommodation process in place to provide accommodations for employees with disabilities. If upon commencement of employment you require a specific accommodation because of a disability, please contact your Talent Acquisition Partner so that an appropriate accommodation can be arranged. This process applies throughout your career with Aviva Canada.



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