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 roleWe’re looking for a Senior Legal Counsel (Product Development) to join our Corporate Legal department, working out of the head office of the largest provider of property and casualty insurance in Canada and a leading provider of global specialty insurance!Key accountabilities as a member of the Canadian Product Development Legal team include:Reviewing, drafting and revising insurance coverage forms, endorsements, notices and other policy documents (collectively, “Insurance Products”) to reflect underwriting intent and risk appetite, in support of IFC’s Commercial Lines, Personal Lines and Specialty Lines business;Being a thought leader in Product Development and insurance coverage focusing on those issues impacting Insurance Products;Drafting and reviewing Insurance Products to respond to regulatory, legal or business-driven changes;Identifying, analyzing and elevating coverage issues that may impact IFC, including issues that may give rise to litigation, reputational, or regulatory risk;Monitoring and identifying emerging trends, new exposures, case law and regulatory developments that may impact Insurance Products;Acting as legal resource throughout the product development process in coordination with internal stakeholders, including Corporate Underwriting, Distribution, Claims, and Translation, to ensure efficient and accurate product implementation;Working closely with the United States Product Development Legal team as part of IFC’s North American Product Development Centre of Excellence on Insurance Products and coverage issues.This position can be based out of our downtown office in Toronto or Montreal and requires an in-office presence two days per week.QualificationsMember of the Law Society of Ontario or the Barreau du Québec (ideally both)8+ years of insurance coverage, complex claims handling, or policy-drafting experience at a large law firm or as an in-house lawyer at an insurance company focused on commercial, personal or specialty coverage lines such as commercial liability, commercial property, homeowners insurance and travelAbility to build relationships with, and to advise and support internal business partners, up to the senior leadership level, on the intersection of legal, business, and strategic risks and goalsExcellent judgmentExcellent drafting and communication skillsConfidence managing files independentlyMaturity in style of influencing others across audiences on a variety of issuesAbility to proactively identify legal and reputational risks and propose innovative business solutionsStrong organizational and time management skillsSelf-starter with initiative to complete tasks who strives to improve and embraces changeAbility to prioritize and handle multiple files and projects, and to work efficiently in a fast-paced, challenging work environmentNo Canadian work experience required however must be eligible to work in CanadaAssetsBeing called to both the Ontario and Québec bars or having both common law and civil law degreesKnowledge of the United States legal landscape, especially as it relates to insurance coverage and policy drafting.**For candidates located in Quebec, bilingualism is required considering the necessity to interact on a regular basis with English-speaking colleagues across the country**#LI-HybridWhat we offerWorking 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 successAn industry leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchasedAn extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcareFlexible work arrangementsPossibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per yearAn annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyleAccess to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleaguesA dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programsInclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunitiesInspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you growA 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 employerAt 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., including background checks, internal candidates, and eligibility to work in Canada.If you are an employee of Intact or belairdirect, please apply for this role on Contact People.
