Legal Counsel, Canada - REMOTE - anywhere in Canada

SCM Services d’assurances; United States; Remote; USD 82,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid/Remote work opportunities

RRSP with 2% match

Pay-for-Performance incentives

Wellness initiatives

Training and career development

Licence and dues reimbursement

Employee referral bonuses

Vendor discounts

Job summary

ClaimsPro LP - Shared Services is seeking a Legal Counsel to provide practical, timely, business-focused legal support across the organization. This role partners with leaders to enable sound decision-making, maintain compliance, and manage legal risk in a fast-paced environment.

The candidate will draft, negotiate and manage matters across corporate and commercial areas, including insurance-related contracts, real estate, privacy, IP and employment law, with Canada-wide scope and remote work

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of relevant experience or equivalent
• LL.B. or J.D. from an accredited law school in Canada or U.S.
• Bar in a Canadian province and in good standing
• Experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts
• Experience supporting litigation or dispute management

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and timely legal advice on corporate and commercial matters, M&A, disputes, insurance, real estate, IP, privacy and employment law.
• Draft, review and negotiate complex contracts to protect the organization's interests.
• Manage civil disputes and external counsel with focus on strategy and cost efficiency.
• Assist with governance, policy development and regulatory compliance across the organization.

Skills

Legal advice

Contract drafting

Regulatory compliance

Risk assessment

Cross-functional collaboration

French language

Education

LL.B./J.D. from an accredited law school

Bar admission in a Canadian province

Job description

Company:

ClaimsPro LP - Shared Services

Legal Counsel, Canada - REMOTE - anywhere in Canada

Position Summary

Reporting to the Lead General Counsel in Canada, the Legal Counsel provides practical, timely and business-focused legal support across the organization. The role partners with leaders and key stakeholders to enable sound decision-making, maintain legal and regulatory compliance, protect the organization’s reputation and manage legal risk. The successful candidate will be comfortable working across a broad portfolio, balancing strategic advice with hands‑on drafting, negotiation and matter management

Key Responsibilities

Legal Advice & Business Partnership

Provide clear, strategic and timely legal advice to management on corporate and commercial matters, mergers and acquisitions, civil disputes and litigation, insurance-related customer and vendor arrangements, real estate leases, errors and omissions claims, intellectual property, privacy and access, and employment law.

Partner with business leaders to develop practical legal strategies that support organizational objectives while appropriately managing risk.

Research and assess legal and regulatory risk associated with business decisions, operations, products, services and third-party relationships.

Anticipate emerging legal issues and provide proactive, solution-oriented recommendations.

Commercial Contracts & Transactions

Draft, review and negotiate commercial agreements and other legal documents to protect the organization’s interests, preserve legal rights and reduce risk.

Advise on insurance-related service agreements, customer and vendor contracts, and other complex commercial arrangements.

Support corporate transactions and initiatives, including due diligence, contract interpretation and implementation of negotiated terms.

Litigation, Regulatory & External Counsel Management

Manage civil disputes, errors and omissions claims, litigation matters and external legal counsel, with a focus on strategy, cost effectiveness and timely resolution.

Engage with regulators, clients, vendors and other external parties on legal and compliance matters.

Support corporate filings, licensing and regulatory requirements, as applicable.

Governance, Policies & Compliance

Contribute to the development, implementation and continuous improvement of corporate governance practices, policies and procedures.

Apply effective legal risk management techniques and help the business understand the operational impact of legal requirements.

Monitor relevant legislative, regulatory and industry developments and communicate their potential impact to stakeholders.

Build trusted, respectful relationships with leaders and cross-functional partners, and handle confidential and complex matters with discretion.

Qualifications & Experience

• 2- 5 years experience
• LL.B. or J.D. from an accredited Canadian or U.S. law school.
• Called to the bar in a Canadian province and a member in good standing.
• Two to five years of relevant post-call experience gained at a leading law firm, in-house legal department, or a combination of both.
• Demonstrated experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Broad legal knowledge with the ability to identify, analyze and communicate how legal issues affect business operations.
• Experience supporting litigation or dispute management.
• Sound judgment, strong analytical skills and the ability to develop practical legal strategies and objectives.
• High standards of professional ethics, integrity, confidentiality and accountability.

Preferred Assets

Experience with insurance-related services, contracts, claims or regulatory matters.

Familiarity with OSFI Guideline B-10 and third-party risk management requirements.

Experience with corporate filings or licensing.

Professional proficiency in French, including the ability to provide legal support in French.

What We offer:

Competitive Compensation - $116,000 to $150,000 CAD. Compensation is commensurate with experience, qualifications, and internal equity. Your success matters to us, and we believe in rewarding high performance with meaningful financial incentives and career growth opportunities. In addition, you’ll enjoy:

Pay-for-Performance Incentives

Work-Life Balance & Hybrid/Remote Work Opportunities

E-flex Benefits Program & Wellness Initiatives

Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with 2% Match

Training, Career Development, and Employee Recognition Programs

Reimbursement for Licences and Dues

Employee Referral Bonuses

Employee Perks (access to vendor discount programs)

Core Competencies

Business partnership

Translates legal requirements into practical, commercially informed advice.

Communication & influence

Communicates complex issues clearly and builds credibility with varied stakeholders.

Negotiation

Reaches balanced outcomes while protecting the organization’s interests.

Execution & prioritization

Manages multiple matters in a fast-paced environment with accuracy and follow-through.

Risk awareness

Identifies legal exposure early and proposes proportionate mitigation strategies.

Attention to detail

Produces precise, high-quality work while maintaining a view of the broader business context.

Collaboration

Works effectively across functions and develops trusted internal and external relationships.

Adaptability

Responds constructively to changing priorities, evolving legislation and complex matters.

Working Conditions

Fast-paced, collaborative business environment.

Some travel is required.

Successful completion of a background check is a condition of employment.

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodation is available on request throughout the recruitment and assessment process.

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