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Senior Legal Counsel – Surety | Aviva Canada At Aviva, we believe in the strength of working together. Our shared values — Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence — guide everything we do. Aviva Canada is a prominent player in the property and casualty insurance sector, providing a wide range of coverage — from home and auto to lifestyle and commercial insurance — to more than 2.5 million customers nationwide. As part of UK-based Aviva plc, we draw on over three centuries of global insurance expertise and financial strength. We are currently seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join our corporate legal team within the General Counsel’s office. This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with our Surety business in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. We’re looking for a strategic, business-oriented lawyer with at least five years of relevant legal experience in-house or in private practice. Your Role: As dedicated legal support for our Surety division, you’ll be a key member of its senior leadership team. You'll advise on a broad range of corporate, commercial, and regulatory matters across areas including Contract Surety, Developer Surety , and Commercial Surety . You’ll also work closely with the legal team and business leaders on restructuring, transactions, and other initiatives involving surety matters. We’re looking for someone who’s practical, solutions-driven, and confident navigating complex legal frameworks. Strong communication and negotiation skills are essential, along with a proven ability to manage legal risk while advancing business priorities. Key Qualifications: Licensed to practice law in a Canadian province Minimum 5 years of post-call experience in private practice and/or corporate legal departments Deep understanding of Canadian corporate and commercial law Expertise in banking, finance, and insolvency law is strongly preferred Experience in construction, surety, or insurance law is a significant asset Skilled at advising senior leadership and managing external relationships Exceptional drafting and negotiation abilities Strong problem-solving, analytical thinking, and judgment Ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly and effectively A proactive, collaborative mindset with the flexibility to adapt to changing business needs Why Join Aviva: A competitive compensation package including base salary, annual bonus eligibility, retirement savings, and a share plan Generous vacation policy, with the ability to purchase additional days off Access to wellness initiatives and health benefits from day one Flexible, hybrid working arrangements that support work/life balance Career development support, including educational sponsorship A diverse and inclusive workplace, with employee-led programs supporting LGBTQ+, gender equity, and cultural diversity Volunteer programs and personal wellness benefits Please note: We may use AI tools to support our recruitment process. This is a newly created role and is open to both internal and external candidates. Aviva Canada is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace. If you require accommodations at any stage of your employment journey due to a disability, please contact your Talent Acquisition Partner to ensure appropriate support is provided.

Individually we are people, but together we are Aviva. Individually these are just words, but together they are our Values – Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence.   Aviva Canada is one of Canada’s leading property and casualty insurance groups, providing home, automobile, lifestyle and business insurance to 2.4 million customers. A subsidiary of UK-based Aviva plc, Aviva Canada has more than 4,000 employees focused on creating a sustainable future for our people, our customers, our communities and our planet. In 2021, Aviva plc announced Aviva’s global ambition to become a net zero carbon emissions company by 2040.   We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Vice-President, Corporate Counsel in our corporate legal team within the General Counsel office. We are looking for a business-minded lawyer with a minimum of 8 years of post-qualifying in-house and/or law firm experience to help deliver first class legal advice and support to the Aviva Canada business.   This role offers a great opportunity to work with a highly collaborative corporate legal team. You will be able to apply and further strengthen and grow your skills and experience in a broad range of corporate and commercial legal matters in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.   Does this sound like your next role? Read on!   What you’ll bring: Call to a provincial Canadian bar with a current license. Minimum of 8 years of post-qualifying inhouse and/or law firm experience. Demonstrated strong knowledge and experience in Canadian corporate and commercial law. Knowledge and experience in insurance and/or working with large financial institutions would be a definite asset. Demonstrated experience working with senior management and executives. Proven ability to manage projects, negotiations and relationships (internal and external). Strong drafting and negotiation skills. Strong oral and written communication skills. Proven ability to work collaboratively with team members, peers and collaborators. Responsive to the needs of the business. Possess strong problem-solving skills, with ability to provide timely, pragmatic and commercially focused advice. Ability to spot, troubleshoot and summarize legal issues and ability to effectively convey recommendations to partners. Aviva offers a flexible working model which allows this role to be split between working remotely and working at Aviva’s Markham and Toronto offices.   What you’ll get: The salary band for this position ranges from $133,800 to $248,600. Please note that individual salary is determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experience, as well as internal equity. Compelling rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities. Outstanding Career Development opportunities. We’ll support your professional development education. Competitive vacation package with the option to purchase 5 extra days off per year Employee driven programs focused on gender, LGBTQ+, origins, diversity and inclusion Corporate wellness programs to support our employees’ physical and mental health Hybrid flexible work model   Please note that we may use AI tools to help us through the recruitment process. This is a new position which has been posted both internally & externally.   Aviva Canada has an accommodation process in place to provide accommodations for employees with disabilities. If upon commencement of employment you require a specific accommodation because of a disability, please contact your Talent Acquisition Partner so that an appropriate accommodation can be arranged. This process applies throughout your career with Aviva Canada.

At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life’s uncertainties. And for more than 90 years our innovative drive has kept us a step ahead of our customers’ evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws, to being an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, and, more recently, device and identity protection.   Job Description   Who is Allstate: Allstate Insurance Company of Canada is a leading home and auto insurer focused on providing its customers prevention and protection products and services for every stage of life. The company is proud to have been named a Best Employer in Canada for nine consecutive years and prioritizes supporting employees and fostering an inclusive, welcoming corporate culture. Allstate is committed to making a positive difference in the communities in which it operates through partnerships with charitable organizations, employee giving and volunteerism. Serving Canadians since 1953, Allstate strives to provide reassurance with its "You’re in Good Hands®" promise. Through our Employee Value Proposition, Opportunity, Flexibility, Community, Diversity and Family, we have worked hard to develop and nurture a culture where employees feel valued, experience personal growth, have career options and truly enjoy the work they do. Role Designation: Hybrid Benefits to joining Allstate Flexible Work Arrangements Employee discounts (15% on auto and property insurance, plus many other products and services) Good Office program (receive up to 400$ back after purchasing office equipment) Student Loan Payment Matching Program for Government Student loans Comprehensive Retirement Savings Program with employer matched contributions Annual Wellness allowance to support employees with improving health and wellbeing Personal reflection day Tuition Reimbursement Working within the community and giving back!   Our team is growing and we are actively looking to hire a Legal Assistant. The Legal Assistant is accountable for supporting the achievement of ACG’s short and long term Mission, Vision and strategic objectives by supporting all in-house lawyers and staff members to provide efficient and cost effective legal advice and support to ACG business units.   Accountabilities: Sorts, distributes, and process incoming & outgoing mail and faxes, including saving to system Creates and routes general interoffice communications Manages calendars and files related to events and create communication and reminders Saving emails/correspondence/productions and keeping well maintained files as per the Allstate Legal Department’s Best Practices Guidelines Prepares opening documents, and closing documents Preparing boilerplate pleadings and drafting of correspondence, etc. Scheduling of Examinations for Discovery, Motions, Settlement Conferences, Mediations, etc. Assembles Motion Records, Mediation Memorandum, Pre-Trial conference brief, etc. Proficient in online filing of Court documents and using Caselines in addition to Calendly Submitting lawyers expenses and LawPro Transaction Levy Regular, predictable attendance is an essential function of this job   Qualifications: College Degree Preferred Good communication skills, including ability to maintain a courteous and professional demeanor with clients, service providers, insureds, fellow employees and other counsel and their support staff Ability to create professional, error free documents utilizing good grammar, spelling and format skills, including completing and sending form letters Understanding and ability to use and operate within the Rules of Civil Procedure and Licensing Appeal Tribunal Rules Knowledge of software applications including Microsoft Outlook, Adobe, Word, Excel, Internet searches, PowerPoint and other, web-based applications   Allstate Canada Group has policies and practices that provide workplace accommodations. If you require accommodation, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.   Skills Business Communications, Case Management, Client Relations, Customer Centricity, Digital Literacy, Inclusive Leadership, Learning Agility, Litigation, Office Administration, Results-Oriented   Joining our team isn’t just a job — it’s an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. And one where you can impact the future for the greater good.   You’ll do all this in a flexible environment that embraces connection and belonging. And with the recognition of several inclusivity and diversity awards, we’ve proven that Allstate empowers everyone to lead, drive change and give back where they work and live.   Good Hands. Greater Together.®

Who is Allstate: Allstate Insurance Company of Canada is a leading home and auto insurer focused on providing its customers prevention and protection products and services for every stage of life. The company is proud to have been named a Best Employer in Canada for nine consecutive years and prioritizes supporting employees and fostering an inclusive, welcoming corporate culture. Allstate is committed to making a positive difference in the communities in which it operates through partnerships with charitable organizations, employee giving and volunteerism. Serving Canadians since 1953, Allstate strives to provide reassurance with its "You’re in Good Hands®" promise. Through our Employee Value Proposition, Opportunity, Flexibility, Community, Diversity and Family, we have worked hard to develop and nurture a culture where employees feel valued, experience personal growth, have career options and truly enjoy the work they do. Role Designation: Hybrid 1-2 days in Office Benefits to joining Allstate Flexible Work Arrangements Employee discounts (15% on auto and property insurance, plus many other products and services) Good Office program (receive up to 400$ back after purchasing office equipment) Student Loan Payment Matching Program for Government Student loans Comprehensive Retirement Savings Program with employer matched contributions Annual Wellness allowance to support employees with improving health and wellbeing Personal reflection day Tuition Reimbursement Working within the community and giving back! Our team is growing and we are actively looking to hire Managing Lawyer. The Managing Lawyer is accountable for supporting the achievement of Allstate Canada Group’s short and long term Mission, Vision and strategic objectives by supporting all in-house lawyers and staff members to provide efficient and cost effective legal advice and support to ACG business units. This position represents insured and the company in the defence of bodily injury and property damage, and accident benefit claims. The managing lawyer is responsible for managing the Associate and Intermediate lawyers. Accountabilities: Supervise direct reports of Associate and Intermediate Lawyers Write and conduct performance reviews of team members, including checkpoints and Performance Evaluation plans Provide coaching and support to team members Perform work quality reviews Work as part of management team with Director and VP Contact claims (initial litigation plan, recurring minimum 90 day contact, strategy conferences, etc) Review all documentary evidence Prepare witnesses and clients for depositions, arbitrations, mediations and trials including expert witnesses Conduct examinations for discovery and examinations under oath and prepares summary documents Prepare for and conduct court appearances Conduct settlement/dispositive proceedings (i.e. mediation, arbitration, etc) Try and/or arbitrate cases and prepare motions and summary documents Draft post-trial motions Prepare for and participate in appeals Provide legal opinions to claims clients Assist other trial lawyers with court cases Participate in business process reviews with claims clients Supervisory/People Management: Creates a productive and supportive work environment of highly engaged employees Ensures understanding of business objectives, results, processes, etc. with direct reports Manages Lawyers and effectively uses performance management to improve and/or reward employee performance Effectively coaches and provide development/career guidance for direct reports Administers company Human Resources policies Budget Management Skills Project management skills Able to interact with all levels of personnel and supervise/oversee the work of lawyers Works with employees on professional development and business acumen Exercises discretion and maintains confidentiality of sensitive information Demonstrates ethics and integrity Legal Advice and Counseling: Perform due diligence; gather all relevant facts and documents; collaborate with law clerks, paralegals and/or other lawyers in due diligence Research and determine applicable and pertinent laws, statutes, regulations, rules, and other legal authority; identify legal issues Monitor and review new laws, regulations, and case law; identify and summarize relevant issues; Collaborate with other areas of Law & Regulation department; proactively provide advice and counsel to business unit on the impact of new laws on business Provide advice and/or legal approval related to company documents, policy, practices, and procedures Drafting and Negotiation: Draft, review and/or negotiate basic matters Draft and/or review routine correspondence and communications Business Knowledge and Acumen: Respond to claims inquiries Gather facts from client to understand goals and objectives client intends to achieve from action Play a lead role in working with senior management to development and implement change Rely on employees own business knowledge to influence strategy/practices Determine if/how business processes/practices need to be modified and work with client implement change Collaborate and align regarding strategy determination, action planning, and communication with client, business units Project Management: Provide portfolio management of employee’s projects; nurture coordination and collaboration between legal teams with Law & Regulation and with business clients, as appropriate; search for an implement cooperation between teams Interpersonal/Communication/Management: Attend committee meetings, as appropriate Participate and prepare for meetings with external parties Participate in meeting with senior management team Participate in relevant external industry groups Develop employees through stretch projects/assignments Qualifications: Education or equivalent working experience: Law Degree Experience: Minimum 5-7 years experience insurance defence is preferred Proficient skills/abilities/experiences in the following areas: legal knowledge, business knowledge, issue management, analytical skills, influencing others, coaching and development, self development, and productivity Advanced knowledge of professional standards, methods and concepts and the ability to direct functional strategy Possesses a juris doctorate and is a member of the Law Society of Ontario (or other provinces as required) 10+ years related experience Computer skills, including MS Office Suite, used in or related to the tasks performed Exercises discretion and maintains confidentiality of sensitive information Demonstrates ethics and integrity Has relevant experience with a reputable law firm or an in-house legal department for a mid- to large-sized organization Insurance industry experience preferred Able to manage a team and work through others to complete projects Works with employees on professional development and business acumen Ability to interact with all levels of personnel/oversee the work of more junior resources Project management skills Able to manage a team and work through projects Allstate Canada Group has policies and practices that provide workplace accommodations. If you require accommodation please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.