Legal Counsel or Associate Senior Legal Counsel

2 months ago

Toronto, Ontario, Canada Intact Full time

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 a Legal Counsel or Associate Senior Legal Counsel to join our growing team

Reporting to Manager, Legal Affairs, the successful candidate will provide support on a broad range of insurance regulatory matters. Your work will have a direct impact on our growth and all aspects of our insurance operations. People will count on you to provide quality legal advice and innovative business solutions on different matters related to the organisation's products, services, and activities.

Here are a few ways you'll make a difference:

  • You will act as Legal Counsel or Associate Senior Legal Counsel on behalf of Intact Financial Corporation (IFC) and its subsidiaries, primarily in insurance regulatory law including the development and distribution of insurance products, market conduct requirements, federal and provincial licensing, and marketing law, etc.
  • You will be required to provide legal guidance on day-to-day operational matters.
  • You will analyse, draft, and negotiate various service and distribution contracts.
  • You will ensure the integrity of the legal and regulatory aspects of the distribution of the financial products and services offered by IFC companies and ensure that the values of the organization are respected.
  • You will also participate in a variety of national strategic projects in collaboration with the Manager or Vice President of Legal Affairs, when appropriate.

Qualifications:

  • Member of the Law Society of Ontario in good standing
  • 2 to 5 years experience at a large law firm or large in-house department, in commercial, corporate and/or insurance law, preferably in a regulated industry
  • Superior technical legal skills
  • Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
  • Confidence in managing files independently with minimal support
  • Comfort with technology tools, including good working knowledge of Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Sound judgement and the ability to assess the practical implications of legal risks and think strategically
  • Ability to proactively propose innovative business solutions
  • Ability to build relationships with business units and stakeholders and influence decision making at the operational and corporate level
  • Team player with ability to collaborate exceptionally well with others
  • Proficiency in French would be an asset
  • No Canadian work experience required however must be eligible to work in Canada.

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.

We are an equal opportunity employer

At Intact, we value diversity and strive to create an inclusive, accessible workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and heard.

If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity. We'll work with you to meet your needs.

Click here to review other important information about the hiring process, including background checks, internal candidates, and eligibility to work in Canada.

If you are an employee of Intact or belairdirect, please apply for this role on Contact People.

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