Intermediate Legal Counsel

7 months ago

Edmonton, 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 an** In-House Legal Counsel II** to join our growing team

**What you’ll do here**:

- Handle insurance defence files of varying complexities independently from beginning to conclusion.
- 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**:

- ** Law Degree (LLB or JD) from accredited Canadian university or equivalent.**:

- Minimum of five to seven 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.

**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.

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