TD Insurance, Counsel II

TD Insurance, Counsel II (Specialized in Accident Benefits) Position at TD Securities Work Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada Hours: 35 hours per week Line Of Business: Legal Pay Details: $135,000 - $180,000 CAD The pay details posted reflect a temporary market premium specific to this role that is reassessed annually. TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. Growth opportunities and skill development are defining features of the colleague experience at TD. Our compensation policies and practices are designed to allow colleagues to progress through the salary range over time as they progress in their role. The base pay actually offered may vary based upon the candidate's skills and experience, job‑related knowledge, geographic location, and other specific business and organizational needs. As a candidate, you are encouraged to ask compensation related questions and have an open dialogue with your recruiter who can provide you more specific details for this role. Job Description Reporting to the VP Claims Litigation Services, represents TD Insurance in accident benefits matters. Reporting to a Practice Leader in Ontario, Counsel II handles assigned insurance legal matters, represents TD Insurance in accident benefits matters before the Licence Appeals Tribunal involving claims for damages and compensation for personal injury matters of varying complexity levels. This is a hybrid work model. The position will report out of the Ottawa office. Main Responsibilities Develop appropriate legal strategies for discovery, investigation, handling and hearing of accident benefit matters before the Licence Appeals Tribunal; advise, communicate and develop those strategies with TD Insurance claims representatives. Conduct arbitration hearings before the Licence Appeals Tribunal. Research the law applicable to cases or matters. Draft legal documents, pleadings, motions, legal factums and opinions as required. Advise, communicate and consult with Claims Representatives, rendering clear, unambiguous legal opinions and advice. Personally meet with, and maintain good relations and communications with claims representatives. Remain current with developments in the law; understand medical, scientific, construction, product liability, engineering issues and defenses involved accident benefits cases. Job Requirements In good standing and licensed lawyer by the Law Society of Ontario. Minimum of 5+ years experience as a counsel in Ontario handling accident benefits claims before the Licence Appeals Tribunal. Background in insurance defence litigation, including accident benefit claims (preferred), and/or general litigation experience. Knowledge of legal and Licence Appeals Tribunal documents and procedures. Knowledge of standard office equipment and word processing. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively with insured clients, claims representatives, and tribunal members. Excellent legal drafting skills and eye for detail. Motivated self‑starter with ability to work productively under pressure and deliver business results. Strong interpersonal & client service skills; professional and positive demeanor. Superior organization & priority setting skills, strong work ethic and ability to multi‑task. Conceptual and creative problem‑solving skills. Additional Information We wish to thank all applicants; however, only successful candidates will be contacted for interviews. Our Total Rewards Package Our Total Rewards package includes a base salary, variable compensation, and several key plans such as health and well‑being benefits, savings and retirement programs, paid time off, banking benefits and discounts, career development, and reward and recognition programs. Colleague Development If you’re interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills, you’ll have regular career, development, and performance conversations with your manager, access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities. Training & Onboarding We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure you’ve got everything you need to succeed in your new role. Interview Process We’ll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call. Accommodation Your accessibility is important to us. Please let us know if you’d like accommodations (including accessible meeting rooms, captioning for virtual interviews, etc.) to help us remove barriers so that you can participate throughout the interview process. Language Requirement (Quebec Only) Sans Objet Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Legal Industries Investment Banking Benefits TBD #J-18808-Ljbffr