In-House Legal Counsel - Insurance Defence (Specialty Lines)

Our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we help people, businesses, and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times.

Our employee promise represents Intact’s commitment to you in exchange for living our Values, striving to do your best work, being open to change and investing in your career. In return, we promise to provide support, opportunities and performance-led financial rewards at a workplace where you can shape the future, win as a team and grow with us.

About the role

In-House Legal Counsel - Insurance Defence (Specialty Lines)

We’re looking for Legal Counsel - Insurance Defence (Specialty Lines) to join our growing team!

Intact Insurance Company has a team of over 285 litigators in 12 locations across Canada, including 5 Ontario cities. Intact is seeking dynamic litigators with specialty lines experience. If you pride yourself on being a skilled litigator, who has appeared at all court levels in Ontario, then Intact Insurance is looking for you!

We are looking for lawyers with 5+ years of insurance litigation experience, in any of the following practice areas:

• Professional Negligence;
• Errors and Omissions;
• Directors and Officers Liability;
• Property;
• Construction;
• Class Actions;
• Abuse Claims;

Your Skills

• Be a member in good standing of the Law Society of Ontario.
• Have 5+ years handling specialty lines work in any of the above practice areas.
• Have expertise in drafting pleadings, conducting discoveries, mediations, and trials.
• Have superior organizational skills, including the ability to handle multiple case files simultaneously.
• Have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective client relationships.
• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills, combined with research and negotiation experience.
• Have strong mentorship skills and the ability to prepare and present educational seminars.
• Have analytical skills, the ability to work independently, and solid communication skills.
• Set high standards, be an agent of change, adaptive, with a strong drive to outperform.

What we offer

Our hybrid work model provides the balance between working from home and enjoying meaningful in-person interactions.

Working 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 success.
• An industry leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased.
• An extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcare.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year.
• An annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle.
• Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues.
• A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs.
• Inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities.
• Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow.
• A 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 employer

At Intact, our Value of respect is founded on seeing diversity as a strength. We strive to create an accessible workplace where employees feel valued, included and encouraged to share their unique perspectives.

We encourage applications from individuals who are members of equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, Black people, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.

As part of Intact’s commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that we work, meet and travel across the land currently called Canada, originally inhabited by First Nations, Metis and Inuit people. This history extends through many centuries and continues to evolve today.

We have policies to ensure equal access and participation for people with disabilities, including providing workplace adjustments (accommodations). A copy of applicable policies is available on request.

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.