Counsel, Claim

6 months ago

Oakville, Canada The Travelers Companies, Inc. Full time

Who Are We?

- Solid reputation, passionate people and endless opportunities. That’s Travelers. Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers - and opportunities for our employees. You will find Travelers to be full of energy and a workplace in which you truly can make a difference.

- Job Category
Claim
Target Openings
1
What Is the Opportunity?
Responsible for providing high quality and cost-effective legal representation. Demonstrates superior knowledge and expertise in the litigation process and provides excellent client service as part of a legal team. Responsible for independent, aggressive case handling with a resolution management focus.

What Will You Do?
- Litigates cases to verdict, demonstrating superior use of trial/ hearing skills and techniques.
- Ability to independently handle a full to moderate caseload with moderate level of severity and complexity from case inception through trial/resolution.
- Works under the guidance of Senior Counsel in litigating complex and high exposure files.
- Conducts legal research as necessitated.
- Independently drafts pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery and other file documents.
- Attends court events and other appointments independently.
- Learns and understands claim customers expectations and key department business goals and assists them in meeting those goals.
- Handles and actively seeks opportunities to become involved in special projects and on committees.
- Provides recommendations and case analysis to business partners on appropriate file handling strategy.
- Integrates legal support staff into case handling process.
- Builds and maintains superior internal and external client relationships.
- Completes all required administrative tasks including time reporting, closed cases, reports and other materials appropriate to performance of job duties.
- Effectively makes use of technology and automation in the practice of law.
- Adheres to all standards of excellence in file management.
- Travels as required to meet business needs.
- Ability to mentor and train less experienced counsel and legal support staff.
- Provide advice and training to claim partners and clients.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- 2-9 years or equivalent legal experience
- Insurance litigation work exposure desirable
- Demonstrated track record of trial skills and techniques
- Successful completion of the bar and ethics examinations in the province(s) in which representation is required
- Active license to practice law. Articulate presentation skills using technology
- Strong and persuasive legal writing skills and oral advocacy skills
- Ability to clearly and succinctly articulate position

What is a Must Have?
- Graduation from an accredited law school with a strong academic record.
- Minimum 2 years legal experience.

What Is in It for You?
- Health Insurance: Employees and their eligible family members - including spouses, partners, and children - are eligible for coverage from the first day of employment.
- Retirement: Travelers provides a core contribution of 3% of your total eligible earnings to your Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (“DPSP”). Travelers also matches your savings plan contribution dollar-for-dollar up to 5% of base pay.
- Paid Time Off: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off (“PTO”) annually, plus the opportunity to purchase additional days to allow for up to a total of 36 PTO days per year. You will also receive twelve paid company Holidays.
- Wellness Program: The Travelers wellness program is comprised of tools and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals. In addition, our Life Balance program provides access to professional counseling services and other resources to support your daily life needs. Through Life Balance, you’re eligible for free counseling sessions with a licensed therapist.
- Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing accommodation to persons with disabilities. If you require accommodation during the recruitment or interview process we will work with you to accommodate your needs.

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