TD Insurance, Counsel II

Cari; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 135,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

TD Insurance, part of TD Bank Group, is seeking a Counsel II to handle Alberta insurance defense matters, including personal injury and property damage, with a focus on civil litigation. The role reports to a Practice Leader in Alberta and offers a hybrid work arrangement.

You will develop legal strategy, draft documents, communicate with analysts and insured clients, and stay current with developments in the law. A law degree and Alberta bar are required, with 5+ years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Completion of law school with LLB and admission to the bar in Alberta.
• A minimum of 5 years' experience as a lawyer with a background in insurance defense litigation or other litigation.
• Knowledge of legal and court documents and procedures.
• Knowledge of standard office equipment and word processing.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to edit and proof legal documents.
• Motivated self-starter with capability to work productively under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal and client service skills, professional and positive demeanor.
• Superior organizational and priority setting skills, strong work ethic and ability to multi-task.
• Conceptual and creative problem solving skills

Responsibilities

• Develop and revise appropriate legal strategy for questioning, investigation, handling and trial of cases.
• Communicate with TD Insurance analysts and insured clients, as appropriate.
• Conduct necessary and appropriate Questionings, applications, trials, and mediations.
• Research the law applicable to cases or matters.
• Draft legal documents, pleadings, applications and legal factums as required.
• Remain current with developments in the law

Skills

Legal research

Litigation

Communication skills

Drafting documents

Organizational skills

Client service

Education

LLB and Alberta Bar

Tools

Word processing

Office equipment

Job description

Work Location:

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Hours:

35

Line of Business:

Legal

Pay Details:

$135,000 - $180,000 CAD

The pay details posted reflect a temporary market premium specific to this role that is reassessed annually.

TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. Growth opportunities and skill development are defining features of the colleague experience at TD. Our compensation policies and practices have been designed to allow colleagues to progress through the salary range over time as they progress in their role. The base pay actually offered may vary based upon the candidate's skills and experience, job-related knowledge, geographic location, and other specific business and organizational needs.

As a candidate, you are encouraged to ask compensation related questions and have an open dialogue with your recruiter who can provide you more specific details for this role.

Job Description:

Department Overview

At TD Insurance, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment. With a Canada-wide workforce our company is always growing and can help you to grow. TD Insurance offers a stable and dynamic work environment where talent is appreciated and professional development is taken seriously. More than just a job, we offer rewarding careers.

Job Description

Reporting to a Practice Leader in Alberta, Counsel II handles assigned insurance legal matters, represents TD Insurance or its policyholders in civil litigation matters involving claims for damages and compensation for personal injury or property damage of varying value with legal issues of ranging complexity.

Hybrid work model.

Please note that this role will be supporting Alberta files - this applies to Vancouver applicants as well. Vancouver applicants will be required to either have or acquire an active standing with the Alberta Law Society.

Main Responsibilities

• Develop and revise appropriate legal strategy for questioning, investigation, handling and trial of cases.
• Communicate with TD Insurance analysts and insured clients, as appropriate.
• Conduct necessary and appropriate Questionings, applications, trials, and mediations.
• Research the law applicable to cases or matters.
• Draft legal documents, pleadings, applications and legal factums as required.
• Remain current with developments in the law.

Job Requirements

• Completion of law school with LLB and admission to the bar in Alberta.
• A minimum of 5 years' experience as a lawyer with a background in insurance defense litigation or other litigation, including personal injury or general litigation is required to be considered for the role
• Knowledge of legal and court documents and procedures.
• Knowledge of standard office equipment and word processing.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to edit and proof legal documents.
• Motivated self-starter with capability to work productively under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal and client service skills, professional and positive demeanor.
• Superior organizational and priority setting skills, strong work ethic and ability to multi-task.
• Conceptual and creative problem solving skills

Additional Information

We wish to thank all applicants. Only successful candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Who We Are:

As part of TD Bank Group, one of Canada's largest financial institutions, at TD Insurance, we care for Canadian families, making it easy to get the best advice, protection, and support in their moments of need, always.

TD Insurance offers a wide range of products, including General Insurance and Life and Health. Everyday, we strive to make every interaction, product and experience remarkably human and refreshingly simple for more than four million customers who count on us.

Our Total Rewards Package

Total Rewards at TD includes a base salary, variable compensation, and several other key plans such as health and well-being benefits, savings and retirement programs, paid time off, banking benefits and discounts, career development, and reward and recognition programs. Learn more

• health and well-being benefits
• savings and retirement programs
• paid time off
• banking benefits and discounts
• career development
• reward and recognition programs

Additional Information:

We're delighted that you're considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we're committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.

Colleague Development

If you're interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills, we want to help you succeed. You'll have regular career, development, and performance conversations with your manager, as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities.

Training & Onboarding

We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you've got everything you need to succeed in your new role.

Interview Process

We'll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.

Accommodation

Your accessibility is important to us. Please let us know if you'd like accommodations (including accessible meeting rooms, captioning for virtual interviews, etc.) to help us remove barriers so that you can participate throughout the interview process.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Language Requirement (Quebec only):

Sans Objet