Director, Legal / Directeur ou directrice, Service juridique

CNA Insurance; Montreal; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Member of the Canadian Legal Team to provide comprehensive legal support across its operations. This role involves offering legal counsel on complex matters, developing insurance policies, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will possess deep knowledge of the insurance business and demonstrate exceptional communication and analytical skills. Join a forward-thinking company that values its employees and fosters a culture of growth and collaboration, where your expertise will play a pivotal role in shaping strategic business outcomes.

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer with 10+ years of experience in the insurance sector.
• Bilingual in French and English is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on compliance issues and conduct training for business units.
• Develop and maintain insurance policy forms and contracts.

Skills

Insurance knowledge

Legal research

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

LL.B or JD

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe

Job description

You have a clear vision of where your career can go. And we have the leadership to help you get there. At CNA, we strive to create a culture in which people know they matter and are part of something important, ensuring the abilities of all employees are used to their fullest potential.

Senior Member of the Canadian Legal Team

This individual will provide full legal advice and support to multiple business and enablement units across the Canadian operations. Handles moderate to highly complex legal matters and collaborates effectively with businesses as needed to achieve business goals and initiatives.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

1. Provide day-to-day legal research, counsel, and guidance on legal and compliance issues, including conducting training presentations for business units as necessary.
2. Develop, revise, and maintain insurance policy forms and endorsements for all enterprise product lines.
3. Prepare internal corporate policies and procedures documentation, review and draft contracts and legal documents such as NDAs and vendor agreements.
4. Offer counsel on coverage interpretations to assist Underwriting and Claims with issues raised by external partners or clients, and assist with litigation management.
5. Monitor, evaluate, and advise business areas on federal and provincial/territorial legislative and regulatory activity and industry developments to ensure compliance.
6. Review and approve marketing materials and risk management presentations and articles, ensuring they accurately reflect product content and comply with all applicable insurance laws. Interface with marketing, compliance, legal, and communications departments as appropriate.
7. Support high-priority legal and compliance initiatives, including knowledge management, workflow enhancements, and legal expense management.
8. Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

1. In-depth knowledge of the insurance business, including product development, underwriting, claims, legal, and regulatory aspects.
2. Excellent verbal and written communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
3. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
4. Excellent organizational skills.
5. Effective interpersonal, consultative, and communication skills to interact with business units and external contacts.
6. Ability to exercise independent judgment and handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately.
7. Proactive mindset with a long-term view to achieve strategic business results.
8. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, and other relevant software systems.

Education & Experience

1. Qualified lawyer in good standing with 10+ years of post-qualification experience (LL.B or JD). In-house experience is preferred.
2. Bilingualism in French and English is an asset.