7 job(s) at Travelers

Travelers Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Dec 19, 2024
Full time
Join Travelers Canada - Where Your Passion Meets Opportunity At Travelers Canada, we pride ourselves on our strong reputation, dedicated team, and abundant opportunities for growth. Our financial stability and consistent performance offer security for our customers and create an engaging and supportive environment for our employees. Travelers is a place full of energy, where you can make a real impact. Position Available: In-House Litigation Lawyer Our in-house litigation team, Van Arnhem & Associates, is expanding! We’re seeking a skilled lawyer to handle cases of moderate to high complexity. The ideal candidate brings exceptional legal knowledge and a proactive approach to join our dedicated and talented team. Your Role: Handle litigation independently from inception through resolution. Skillfully try cases to verdict with strong trial and hearing abilities. Conduct thorough legal research and draft substantive pleadings, motions, and briefs. Identify and communicate risk exposure to clients and claim partners promptly. Foster client relationships with a customer-centered approach. Collaborate with Senior Counsel on complex cases. Mentor junior lawyers and support staff. Lead or assist with projects and initiatives to drive office success. Uphold high standards in file management and client service. Travel as necessary to meet client and business needs. Ideal Candidate Profile: 3-10 years of experience in insurance defense or personal injury. Proven commitment to client service excellence. Persuasive legal writing and oral advocacy skills. Qualifications Required: Graduate from an accredited law school with a strong academic background. Completion of bar and ethics exams in required provinces. Active law license. Benefits of Working with Us: Health Coverage : Comprehensive benefits for employees and eligible family members from day one. Retirement Savings : Travelers contributes 3% of earnings to a DPSP and matches savings contributions up to 5%. Paid Time Off : Start with 20 PTO days, plus options to purchase more for up to 36 days annually, alongside 12 paid company holidays. Wellness Program : Access mental health support, wellness tools, and health coaching resources. Volunteer Support : Engage with the community through our Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards programs. Commitment to Inclusion and Accessibility Travelers is an equal opportunity employer, committed to accommodating individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you need accommodations, please reach out for assistance. Ready to Join Us? Apply now and become part of a team where your talents, experience, and passion will drive success for both you and the clients we serve.  
Travelers Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Nov 19, 2024
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. Target Openings 1 What Is the Opportunity? The in-house litigation department at Travelers Canada of Van Arnhem & Associates is looking for a lawyer to join our talented and dedicated team. We are seeking a lawyer with exceptional knowledge and expertise. The candidate will proactively handle matters with moderate to high exposure and complexity. What Will You Do? Independently handle litigation from case inception through trial/resolution. Actively try cases to verdict demonstrating exceptional use of trial/hearing skills. Demonstrate exceptional legal research and writing skills. Draft substantive pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery and other legal documents as required. Proactively identify and communicate exposure and risk in a timely manner to insured clients and claim partners. Build and foster internal and external client relationships with a customer centric focus. Work under the guidance of Senior Counsel on complex and/or high severity matters. Provide leadership through mentoring other lawyers and legal support staff. Provide internal and external training, seminars and legal updates to colleagues and claim partners. Lead/assist special projects and identify other opportunities to support office goals/business needs. Adhere to standards of excellence in file organization and client service. Travel as required to meet business needs. Perform other duties as assigned. What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have? 3-10 years of insurance defence or personal injury experience Proven track record of excellent client service Strong and persuasive legal writing and oral advocacy skills What is a Must Have? Graduation from an accredited law school with a strong academic record. Successful completion of the bar and ethics examinations in the provinces(s) in which representation is required. 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, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health program provides access to free professional counseling services, health coaching and other resources to support your daily life needs. 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 so we may assist you.
Travelers Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Aug 27, 2024
Full time
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. Target Openings 1 What Is the Opportunity? The in-house litigation department at Travelers Canada of Van Arnhem & Associates is looking for a lawyer to join our talented and dedicated team. We are seeking a lawyer with exceptional knowledge and expertise. The candidate will proactively handle matters with moderate to high exposure and complexity. What Will You Do? Independently handle litigation from case inception through trial/resolution. Actively try cases to verdict demonstrating exceptional use of trial/hearing skills. Demonstrate exceptional legal research and writing skills. Draft substantive pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery and other legal documents as required. Proactively identify and communicate exposure and risk in a timely manner to insured clients and claim partners. Build and foster internal and external client relationships with a customer centric focus. Work under the guidance of Senior Counsel on complex and/or high severity matters. Provide leadership through mentoring other lawyers and legal support staff. Provide internal and external training, seminars and legal updates to colleagues and claim partners. Lead/assist special projects and identify other opportunities to support office goals/business needs. Adhere to standards of excellence in file organization and client service. Travel as required to meet business needs. Perform other duties as assigned. What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have? 3-10 years of insurance defence or personal injury experience Proven track record of excellent client service Strong and persuasive legal writing and oral advocacy skills What is a Must Have? Graduation from an accredited law school with a strong academic record. Successful completion of the bar and ethics examinations in the provinces(s) in which representation is required. 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, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health program provides access to free professional counseling services, health coaching and other resources to support your daily life needs. 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 so we may assist you.
Travelers Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Aug 20, 2024
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. Target Openings 4 What Is the Opportunity? Are you committed to professional growth and exceptional client service? Imagine a career at Travelers where you can be the best you. As a Legal Assistant at Travelers you will perform a variety of legal assistant and administrative duties for assigned attorneys, many of which are unique to a legal environment and require a working knowledge of legal concepts, terminology, and processes. Assist with general office support efforts as requested and assigned. Travelers offers the strength of a national legal organization committed to your professional development while maintaining a local focus. What Will You Do? Effectively compose various legal documentation including but not limited to pleadings, discovery, subpoenas and draft correspondence. Review incoming mail to determine urgency and work with attorneys accordingly. Provide necessary telephone assistance including, but not limited to, answering callers' routine questions. Maintain and review attorney calendars daily and proactively handle upcoming events. Input and maintain all case file information into case management system for staff attorneys and ensure data integrity. Act as a liaison with experts and witnesses in scheduling/coordinating appearances, depositions, medical examinations and other court designated hearings. Retain court reporters and interpreters, if necessary. Act as a liason between attorneys and vendors. Act as a liaison between client and Staff Counsel office by furnishing and requesting information as needed. Assist with Trial preparation. Records billable time when applicable. Perform other duties as assigned. What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have? Experience in insurance defense litigation preferred. Strong written and oral communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills to communicate with court personnel, other attorneys and their staff, clients, witnesses and outside vendors. Highly proficient in MS Word, MS Outlook, Excel and Powerpoint. Highly proficient with the usage of a case management system and other software applications. Strong knowledge of trial procedures. Strong understanding of legal terminology, local court/jurisdiction rules and adhere to law office procedures. Maintain strict confidentiality of office files and records. Ability to manage time and multitask effectively and display problem solving skills by developing methods or approaches to getting the work done. Ability to adapt the new situations and changing priorities. Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment. What is a Must Have? High School Diploma or its equivalent required. Minimum of 3 years experience as a legal assistant required. 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, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health program provides access to free professional counseling services, health coaching and other resources to support your daily life needs. 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 so we may assist you.
Travelers Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Jul 13, 2024
Hybrid
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 is the Opportunity? The in-house litigation department at Travelers Canada of Van Arnhem & Associates is looking for a lawyer to join our talented and dedicated team. The successful candidate will have 0-3 years experience in personal injury or insurance defence litigation, with a commitment to excellence and focus on development as a litigator. A demonstrated ability to advocate for your client, ability to handle files independently, and a desire to assist Senior Counsel/Counsel with higher severity and complexity cases are required. What Will You Do?   Litigate cases to resolution/verdict, demonstrating superior use of negotiation skills as well as trial/hearing skills and techniques. Independently handle a full caseload with low to moderate level of severity and complexity from case inception through trial/resolution. Works under the guidance of Senior Counsel/Counsel in litigating complex files. Conduct legal research as necessitated. Independently draft pleadings, motions, briefs, reports, and other file documents. Attend court events and other appointments independently. Learn claim customers’ expectations and meet those expectations. Provide recommendations and case analysis to claim customers on appropriate file handling strategy. Build and maintain superior internal and external client relationships. Complete all required administrative tasks including time reporting, closed cases, reports, and other materials required to performance of job duties. Assist Senior Counsel/Counsel with providing training to claim partners and clients. Actively seek opportunities to become involved in special projects and committees. Travel as required to meet business needs. What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have?   Relevant work history in Personal Injury/Insurance Defence litigation. Experience handling Accident Benefits files is desirable. Demonstrated track record of in-court advocacy for clients. Successful completion of the bar and ethics examinations in the province(s) in which representation is required. Strong and persuasive legal writing skills and oral advocacy skills. Ability to clearly and succinctly articulate position.   What is a Must Have? 0-3 years or equivalent legal experience. Graduation from an accredited law school with a strong academic record. Active license to practice law in Ontario   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, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health program provides access to free professional counseling services, health coaching and other resources to support your daily life needs. 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 so we may assist you.
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.