Associate Lawyer - Insurance Defence & Professional Liability

Gowling WLG; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global law firm in Calgary is seeking a motivated Associate with 2-5 years of experience in insurance litigation. The role involves working closely with a supportive team to deliver exceptional client service, requiring skills in insurance defence, client management, and effective communication. This position offers a hybrid work environment and values diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of post-call insurance litigation experience.
• Strong academic credentials.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with teammates and mentors.
• Provide exceptional client service.

Skills

Insurance defence

Client management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Drafting skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

Law degree

Job description

Overview

ABOUT GOWLING WLG

At Gowling WLG, our dedication to excellence and quality service begins with our people. As a global law firm with offices across Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we pride ourselves on sourcing and retaining top talent who bring energy, passion and commitment to the delivery of outstanding client service.

Employee satisfaction is important to us. We work hard to ensure that our people are motivated, engaged and empowered. We are guided by our firm’s Core Values - The Power of Teamwork, Always Striving to be Better, We all Bring Something Different - in all that we do.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are an integral part of our firm’s core values. We are always striving to build a more equitable, engaging and rewarding workplace by attracting and retaining talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds, cultures and experiences. Our aim is to help everyone reach their full potential and achieve their personal and professional goals.

Our diverse group of legal professionals, law students, law clerks, paralegals, legal administrative assistants and business services team members work together, and are respected and valued for their individual contributions.

Opportunity

Gowling WLG’s Calgary office is currently seeking a motivated Associate with 2-5 years of post-call insurance litigation experience in-house or with a recognized law firm to join its Insurance and Professional Liability Group. The successful candidate can expect to work closely with strong teammates and great mentors to provide exceptional service.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience in insurance defence and professional liability;
• Proven client management skills;
• Strong analytical, communication, and drafting skills;
• A willingness to engage in a team environment on challenging work with our clients;
• Appreciation for time management and organizational skills; and
• Solid academic credentials.

If you are an associate with the above credentials and looking to make a move, this could be an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated and supportive team.

Application details

APPLICATION DETAILS

Interested candidates should forward their cover letter, resume, and law school transcripts, in confidence via the career page on our website.

Gowling WLG employees benefit from a hybrid work environment.

Not sure if you meet all the requirements? If you are excited about this opportunity but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Gowling WLG is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know.

While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.