3 job(s) at Travelers

Travelers Oakville, Ontario, Canada
Nov 09, 2023
Contract
What Is the Opportunity? The Articling Student position provides qualified students with an excellent opportunity to gain first-hand experience, receive valuable on-the-job training and learn more about the property & casualty insurance industry. Each articling student will be expected to complete challenging and meaningful project work over the course of this program. All job duties are completed under the supervision of a Supervising Lawyer – Managing Counsel, Associate Managing Counsel, Senior Counsel, Counsel or Associate Counsel.
Travelers Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Oct 18, 2023
Full time
Who Are We? Solid reputation, passionate people and endless opportunities. That’s Travelers. Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers – and opportunities for our employees. You will find Travelers to be full of energy and a workplace in which you truly can make a difference.   Job Category Legal   Target Openings 1   What Is the Opportunity? What Will You Do? Actively tries cases to jury verdict demonstrating exceptional use of trial skills in litigating cases. Independently handles complex litigation and large exposure cases from case inception through trial/resolution. Demonstrates exceptional legal research and writing skills. Drafts substantive pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery and other legal documents. Proactively identifies and communicates exposure and risk in a timely manner to insured clients and claim partners. Builds and fosters internal and external client relationships with a customer centric focus. Takes a leadership role in working collaboratively with claim and business partners to achieve results and identify/resolve issues. Provides leadership through mentoring other attorneys and legal support staff. Provides internal and external training, seminars and legal updates to insured clients and claim partners. Provides in-depth, substantive analysis and quality reporting to insured clients and claim partners in a timely manner. Initiates special projects and identifies other opportunities to support office goals/business needs. Fully and effectively utilize available technology and automation. Adheres to all standards of excellence in file organization and management. Timely completes all required administrative tasks including time reporting, case closings, and other reporting. Travels as required to meet business needs. Perform other duties as assigned. What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have? Senior Associate/Partner level of experience Proven track record of trial skills and techniques Successful completion of the bar and ethics examinations in the state(s) in which representation is required Exceptional and articulate presentation skills Strong and persuasive oral advocacy and writing skills Ability to clearly and effectively articulate position   What is a Must Have? Graduation from an accredited law school with a strong academic record. Minimum of 7 years of litigation practice or equivalent legal experience. Active license to practice law.   What Is in It for You?   Health Insurance: Employees and their eligible family members – including spouses, partners, and children – are eligible for coverage from the first day of employment. Retirement: Travelers provides a core contribution of 3% of your total eligible earnings to your Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (“DPSP”). Travelers also matches your savings plan contribution dollar-for-dollar up to 5% of base pay. Paid Time Off: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off (“PTO”) annually, plus the opportunity to purchase additional days to allow for up to a total of 36 PTO days per year. You will also receive twelve paid company Holidays. Wellness Program: The Travelers wellness program is comprised of tools and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals. In addition, our Life Balance program provides access to professional counseling services and other resources to support your daily life needs. Through Life Balance, you’re eligible for free counseling sessions with a licensed therapist. Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice.   Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing accommodation to persons with disabilities. If you require accommodation during the recruitment or interview process we will work with you to accommodate your needs.   If you are a candidate and have specific questions regarding the physical requirements of this role, please send us an email via the Clear Legal Job Board so we may assist you.
Travelers Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Mar 21, 2023
Full time
Who Are We? Solid reputation, passionate people and endless opportunities. That’s Travelers. Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers – and opportunities for our employees. You will find Travelers to be full of energy and a workplace in which you truly can make a difference.   Job Category Legal   Target Openings 1   What Is the Opportunity? Responsible for providing high quality and cost-effective legal representation. Demonstrates superior knowledge and expertise in the litigation process and provides excellent client service as part of a legal team. Responsible for independent, aggressive case handling with a resolution management focus. What Will You Do? Litigates cases to verdict, demonstrating superior use of trial skills and techniques. Ability to independently handle a full to moderate caseload with minor to moderate level of severity and complexity from case inception through trial/resolution. Works under the guidance of Senior Counsel and Counsel in litigating complex and high exposure files. Conducts legal research as necessitated. Under the supervision of experienced counsel, drafts pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery and other file documents. Under supervision provides legal research and demonstrates effective and persuasive legal writing skills. Attends court events and other appointments independently and/or under the supervision of experienced counsel. Learns and understands claim customers expectations and key department business goals and assists them in meeting those goals. Handles and actively seeks opportunities to become involved in special projects and on committees. Provides recommendations and case analysis to business partners on appropriate file handling strategy. Integrates legal support staff into case handling process. Builds and maintains superior internal and external client relationships. Completes all required administrative tasks including time reporting, closed cases, reports and other materials appropriate to performance of job duties. Effectively makes use of technology and automation in the practice of law. Adheres to all standards of excellence in file management. Travels as required to meet business needs. Ability to mentor and train legal support staff. Provide advice and training to claim partners and clients. Perform other duties as assigned.   What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have? 1-3 years or equivalent legal experience Insurance litigation work exposure desirable Active license to practice law. Articulate presentation skills using technology Strong and persuasive legal writing skills and oral advocacy skills Ability to clearly and succinctly articulate position Independent ability to analyze legal issues with minimal supervision Appreciation for and commitment to delivery of high quality legal work Works collaboratively with team members and others Demonstrates desire to acquire effective trial skills with increased litigation complexity Demonstrates superior legal acumen Demonstrates personal commitment to professional development Continued development of technical skills with a goal of handling the highest complexity/exposure MCU cases Personal integrity and adherence to a high degree of professionalism and ethical competency Strong research skills Strong negotiation skills Multi tasking tolerance and success Decision making and problem solving abilities Sense of urgency/responsiveness   What is a Must Have? Juris doctorate from an accredited law school with a strong academic record.   Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing accommodation to persons with disabilities. If you require accommodation during the recruitment or interview process we will work with you to accommodate your needs.   If you are a candidate and have specific questions regarding the physical requirements of this role, please send us an email so we may assist you.