Senior Legal Professional for Commercial Contract Management

1 week ago


Old Toronto, Canada Foresters Financial Services, Inc. Full time
Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Legal Professional to join our team at Foresters Financial Services, Inc. This role will involve managing commercial contract management and providing quality legal support to our organization.

About the Role

This is a key position that requires excellent communication and collaboration skills to manage working partnerships with all levels of the organization. The ideal candidate will have a subject matter expert in two or more areas of law and be proficient with technology, legal research, and concise memo drafting.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide timely, accurate, and cost-effective legal support, advice, and services primarily to other in-house lawyers, senior management, officers, and employees throughout Foresters in Canada and the US.
  • Conducts legal research, identifies legal issues and risks, formulates and recommends legal strategies and solutions; drafts legal opinions and advises on a comprehensive range of legal matters.
  • Manage external and internal legal resources, including needs analysis, resource allocation, and project monitoring.
  • Direct the work of the paralegals assisting with various legal files and matters.
Required Skills and Qualifications
  • Five to twelve years legal experience.
  • A subject matter expert in two or more areas of law.
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills.
  • Proficient with technology, legal research, and concise memo drafting.

The estimated salary for this role is between $120,000 and $180,000 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience. If you are a motivated and experienced legal professional looking for a new challenge, please apply for this exciting opportunity.

About Us

Foresters Financial Services, Inc. is an international financial services provider with a unique history that began in 1874 when we set out to provide access to life insurance for average, working families. More than 140 years later, we provide life insurance, savings, retirement, and investment solutions that help families achieve long-term financial health and security.


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