Associate Counsel, Counsel

General Description Do you value integrity and innovation? How about passion and caring? Great Us too, and that's why you'll fit right in. Our intentional culture promotes trust and participation, encouraging you to bring your heart and mind to work every day. Full-time, Permanent Positions (Associate Counsel, Counsel & Senior Counsel) Location: Regina/Saskatoon (Hybrid work option available) Division: Auto Fund & SGI Canada Posting Close Date: December 15, 2025 We are hiring four (4) Lawyer positions – two in the Auto Fund division and two in the SGI Canada division. Junior to high-level legal positions with 1 – 10+ years of call. Counsel to the Auto Fund and Counsel to SGI Canada both provide legal advice to support policy development and business operations, as well as providing legal opinions and conducting litigation for cases of moderate to high complexity. Auto Fund Counsel primarily supports Saskatchewan’s compulsory auto insurance program, providing legal advice on statutory benefits, appearing before The Automobile Injury Appeal Commission, and contributing to legislative reviews and drafting. SGI Canada Counsel focuses on primarily private insurance products, advising on property, casualty, and optional auto coverages, and managing civil litigation related to contractual and coverage disputes. Please note in your application if you are applying for a position in either the Auto Fund or SGI Canada division (or both) and your preferred location. Education and Experience A Law degree from an accredited post-secondary education institution. Membership with the Law Society of Saskatchewan, or eligibility to become a member. 1 – 10+ years experience in the practice of law. Overview for potential Counsel Positions Associate Counsel Seniority/Experience: 1–3 years call to bar, junior-level Wage (plus competitive benefit package): $90,116 - $120,147 Counsel Seniority/Experience: 4–10 years call to bar, mid-level Wage (plus competitive benefit package): $109,052 - $145,411 Senior Counsel Seniority/Experience: 10+ years call to bar, senior-level Wage (plus competitive benefit package): $122,139 - $162,859 Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge Comprehensive understanding of civil litigation, administrative law, and insurance law, including relevant statutes and regulations. Familiarity with court procedures, legislative frameworks, and compliance requirements impacting corporate practices. Awareness of SGI’s business operations, insurance products, and risk management principles. Skills Strong analytical and research skills to interpret legislation, assess liability, and prepare detailed legal briefs. Effective advocacy and negotiation skills for court proceedings, mediations, and settlement conferences. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex legal concepts clearly and concisely. Abilities Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment, resolve legal issues, and develop litigation strategies. Capacity to manage complex files, prioritize competing demands, and meet deadlines under pressure. Commitment to fostering a culture of leadership, accountability, and continuous improvement, while building collaborative relationships across teams. Key Accountabilities Note: This section is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities – other duties and responsibilities may be assigned. Litigation Reviews claims files and provides adjusting staff or managers with critical legal analysis in relation to issues of liability and quantification of damages together with any evidentiary impediments to success of litigation. Coordinates litigation strategies and timelines on litigation files. Meets with and advises clients, witnesses and expert witnesses (both internal and external) in relation to procedural and substantive aspects of their testimony at discovery, at the Appeal Commission or at trial. Directs and conducts further investigations in order to obtain further evidence in support of the litigation. Prepares pleadings (claims and defences as necessary). Obtains, organizes and vets documents for legal production. Attends court for any necessary interim application required to facilitate orderly resolution of the litigation. Attends discovery, the Appeal Commission and court in advancing and defending the corporation’s legal position. Attends mediation, informal settlement negotiations and judicial settlement conferences and advises clients in relation to settlement issues. Assists the legal team in coordinating and organizing legal precedents and provides a supervisory role with the paralegals in matters relating to recovery actions or Small Claims. Provides seminars to internal clients on key aspects of the law which impact on their business practices. Research/Opinions Conducts in-depth legal research and prepares legal briefs at the direction of the Associate General Counsel, Regional Senior Counsel or Senior Counsel on all issues affecting the corporation, but primarily in the areas of legislative or contractual interpretation, liability, quantification of damages and court processes. Conducts general research at the direction of the General Counsel, Regional Senior Counsel or Senior Counsel on evidentiary burdens and the need for experts in a variety of areas. Provides ad hoc, oral and written legal advice to internal clients on an as needed basis under the direction and supervision of the Associate General Counsel or Regional Senior Counsel. Training/Education Maintains a working knowledge of insurance practices, and in particular, the legal aspects which impact on the corporation’s lines of business. Attends internal and external legal education and business courses to develop expertise in each of those areas. Maintains familiarity with existing insurance law, and other areas of the law which affect the company’s business pursuits. Assists in developing and conducting internal training seminars and materials for internal clients. Leadership Actively contributes to and supports a culture of a high performing workforce. Participates in divisional succession plans, ensuring ongoing professional and career development and supports development in others. Supports a culture of leadership and accountability to effectively deliver on strategic and corporate strategies. Is actively committed to leadership development across the company, supporting team and workforce readiness through mentoring, training and developmental opportunities Corporate Management Enables the success of programs and policies that are in alignment with corporate, strategic and divisional strategies. Manages risk in area of authority. Diversity and Inclusion Diversity is a cornerstone of SGI. We believe all candidates should be given the opportunity to fully participate during the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, we invite you to submit your accommodation request to , and we will work with you to address your request. All information received will be kept confidential. Pay Range: $122,139.00 - $162,859.00 As you prepare to submit your application, and cover letter if applicable, please highlight the achievements that demonstrate why you're a great candidate for this role. #J-18808-Ljbffr