Intact Financial Corporation

Senior Legal Counsel, Employment, Corporate Litigation and Investigations

Intact Financial Corporation$138K — $169K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in employment and corporate litigation in a law firm or in-house environment.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to manage risk effectively.
  • Proficient in legal writing and verbal communication in both French and English.
  • Experience in mediating and responding to CNESST complaints.
  • Ability to build relationships and influence decision-makers.
  • Experience in regulated industries (financial services or telecommunications) is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Provide legal advice on employment-related matters, including litigation and workplace investigations.
  • Advise on commercial litigation across various jurisdictions.
  • Instruct and collaborate with external counsel on litigation matters.
  • Monitor legislation and provide insights on its implications for business operations.
  • Improve internal processes to align with legal standards and company policies.
  • Work with a diverse team to address complex risks and advise leaders accordingly.
  • Educate stakeholders on legal impacts to simplify decision-making.

Benefits

  • Flexible work arrangements and a hybrid work model.
  • Ability to purchase up to 5 extra vacation days per year.
  • Comprehensive benefits supporting physical and mental well-being, including telemedicine.
  • Employee share plan with up to 12% matching of salary.
  • Defined benefit pension plan offering guaranteed income for life.
Full Job Description
Salary range (but not limited to): 138,500 - 169,300 Annual bonus target, based on the base salary, with a potential payout of up to double the target (subject to personal and company performance): 15% As part of our commitment to Win As A Team, we share our success with employees through our annual bonus plan and Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) - with Intact matching 50% of your net shares. Our pension offerings provide flexibility and long-term security for our employees beyond their careers. We are one of the few companies offering the opportunity to receive guaranteed income for life via our defined benefit pension plan. Salary for the candidate will be determined taking into consideration a number of factors including: experience, skills, qualifications, anticipated contribution to role, internal equity, etc. The salary range presented above is based on a 35-hour workweek and would represent a majority of different candidate profiles. However, we encourage candidates who may fall outside of this range to apply as well. About the role We're looking for a Senior Legal Counsel, Employment, Corporate Litigation, Investigations to join our growing team! What you'll do here:
  • Provide legal advice to business partners and Human Resources on a wide variety of employment-related issues including employment litigation, employment standards/CNESST claims and mediations, workplace investigations, occupational health and safety, Charter of the French Language, human rights, and employment terminations.
  • Advise on commercial litigation matters in all provinces that range from small claims court to assisting with class actions.
  • Work with and instructg external counsel on litigation matters throughout the country.
  • Advise on employment and corporate investigations and provide legal advice to leadership concerning risk and appropriate measures related to misconduct allegations or other practices.
  • Provide astute, thoughtful and practical legal and business advice to human resources, business partners and executives.
  • Monitor applicable legislation or case law across the country and provide advice on how legislative changes or court decisions could impact risks, operations and best practices.
  • Work with a multi-disciplinary team in a large organization that requires thoughtfully involving a variety of stakeholders to manage and advise on a complex variety of risks.
  • Constantly identify how to improve internal process, procedures and practices in a manner that provides support to our business while demonstrating high ethical standards and compliance with laws and company policies.
What you'll bring to the table:
  • A minimum of five years of relevant post-call legal experience in a large law firm or in-house environment advising on employment and corporate litigation matters.
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, with minimal supervision, while juggling competing priorities.
  • Experience assisting companies respond to CNESST complaints and at mediations, and attending settlement conferences in non-employment litigation matters.
  • Strong business acumen that demonstrates experience applying the law in a manner that provides solutions to our business partners and takes into consideration business priorities and risks.
  • Ability to distill complex problems and apply analytical and creative thinking to manage risk.
  • Strong legal writing, drafting, and verbal communication skills are essential.
  • Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability to influence others.
  • Can build strong professional relationships with colleagues and clients.
  • Can educate and influence decision makers (with an emphasis on simplifying problems and reducing complexity).
  • Experience working in a regulated industry (financial services, telecommunications or similar) would be considered an asset.
  • Bilingualism (french and english) - Necessity to interact on a regular basis with colleagues across the country.
  • Admission to the bar of Quebec.
  • No Canadian work experience required however must be eligible to work in Canada.
Il s'agit d'un nouveau rôle au sein de notre équipe en pleine croissance | This role is a new member of our growing team.

About Intact Financial Corporation

Intact Financial Corporation is a Canadian insurance company that provides property and casualty insurance to individuals and businesses. The company operates in Canada and the United States and offers a range of insurance products, including auto, home, and commercial insurance. Intact Financial Corporation was founded in 1809 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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