Senior Counsel — Hybrid, Strategic In-House Leader

Foresters Financial; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance organization based in Toronto is seeking a Senior Counsel to provide essential legal support and services. This role involves engaging with multiple stakeholders to ensure adherence to legal standards and strategic objectives. The ideal candidate will have over ten years of experience in legal practice, particularly within the life insurance sector. The position is hybrid, offering flexibility in work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Ten+ years of legal experience.
• Expertise in life insurance law and compliance.
• Ability to manage and direct others in legal matters.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support and advice across departments.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal opinions.
• Manage external counsel and legal resources.

Skills

Legal expertise in compliance

Strategic thinking

Collaboration and mentorship

Effective communication

Analytical skills

Job description

A leading insurance organization based in Toronto is seeking a Senior Counsel to provide essential legal support and services. This role involves engaging with multiple stakeholders to ensure adherence to legal standards and strategic objectives. The ideal candidate will have over ten years of experience in legal practice, particularly within the life insurance sector. The position is hybrid, offering flexibility in work arrangements.