Articling Student

Zurich Insurance Company Ltd
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Nov 06, 2026

Contract Articling Student

Job Description

Career Opportunities at Zurich Canada: Articling Student Program (Toronto, Ontario)

Program Overview

Zurich Canada is currently seeking an Articling Student for a 10-month placement scheduled to commence in July 2027. This opportunity provides comprehensive legal exposure across Zurich's three core legal divisions: Claims Legal, Corporate Legal, and Staff Legal.
As part of a premier global commercial property and casualty insurer, the selected candidate will gain hands-on experience supporting internal legal counsel in protecting company interests and advocating on behalf of policyholders.

Departmental Rotations & Core Responsibilities

1. Claims Legal Rotation

Legal Research & Coverage Analysis: Execute detailed legal analysis and research regarding policy terms, coverage disputes, and emerging legal trends.
Advisory Support: Assist coverage counsel in addressing complex coverage queries and mitigating potential litigation risks.
Internal Training & Counsel: Help provide practical guidance to underwriters and claims professionals concerning policy language, custom endorsements, and technical coverage matters.

2. Corporate Legal Rotation

Commercial Transactions: Collaborate with corporate counsel to draft, review, and negotiate enterprise contracts.
Regulatory Compliance & Governance: Conduct legal research on insurance regulations, data protection frameworks, privacy laws, marketing standards, and corporate governance.
Business Advisory: Assist in evaluating and implementing legislative updates affecting operational strategies.

3. Staff Legal Rotation

Litigation Management: Represent Zurich Canada’s insureds in low-complexity litigation matters from initial pleadings through discovery and trial.
File Strategy & Advocacy: Prepare legal documents, handle pre-trial discovery, and participate in judicial or administrative hearings under supervision.
Senior Counsel Support: Assist senior litigation lawyers with case preparation, trial strategy, and advocacy on mid-to-high complexity files.

Candidate Qualifications & Application Requirements

Educational Background: Completion of a Juris Doctor (J.D.) or Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) degree.
Licensing Requirements: Approved for—or currently meeting all prerequisites to enter—the Law Society of Ontario (LSO) Lawyer Licensing Process prior to the July 2027 start date.
Application Package: Interested candidates must submit an online application accompanied by a cover letter, resume, and official law school transcripts.

Compensation, Culture & Benefits

Total Rewards Package: Competitive base salary paired with a comprehensive health and benefits plan tailored to individual needs.
Paid Time Off: Minimum of four (4) weeks of paid annual vacation, plus four (4) discretionary personal days for religious, mental health, or personal commitments.
Professional Development: Access to continuous learning programs, internal career mobility, and structured mentorship.
Workplace Recognition: Recognized as one of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers and recipient of Insurance Business Canada’s 5-Star Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Award.