Law Clerk

  • Intact Insurance Company
  • St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
  • Apr 25, 2024
Full time Law Clerk

Job Description

Our employees are at the heart of what we do best: helping people, businesses and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times. When you join our team, you’re bringing this purpose to life alongside a passionate community of experts.

 

Feel empowered to learn and grow while being valued for who you are– here, diversity is a strength. You have our commitment to support you in reaching your goals with tools, opportunities, and flexibility. It’s our employee promise.

 

Our hybrid work model provides the balance between working from home and enjoying meaningful in-person interactions.

 

Read on to see how you can shape the future, win as a team, and grow with us.

 

About the role

 

We’re looking for a Law Clerk to join our growing team!

What you’ll do here:

  • Summarizing documents following strict protocols and key requirements

  • Reviewing productions and providing counsel with a pre-discovery (or pre-hearing) list of further productions/documents/information to request from opposing counsel

  • Paperless briefing of Accident Benefits files following naming convention and guidelines

  • Time management and task prioritization as part of a national pool


    What you bring to the table:

    • College diploma and/or university degree in a legal program (Paralegal, Law Clerk, Legal Office Administration), or any combination of equivalent education and experience.
    • Minimum of three to four years of experience in Insurance Defence Litigation, specifically as a Law Clerk.
    • College diploma and/or university degree in a legal program (Paralegal, Law Clerk, Legal Office Administration).
    • Have an excellent understanding of tort matters.
    • Strong document management skills with the ability to learn and utilize various software programs, including iManage, Citrix, ACL, Nuance and the Microsoft Office package of programs.
    • Can prioritize, organize and execute your tasks in a quality manner with a fast turnaround.
    • A desire to be a part of our #oneteam philosophy, supporting our insureds, adjusters, claims representatives, law clerks, legal assistants and lawyers, with a view to customer satisfaction and business continuity.
    • Excellent attention to detail and sound proofreading, ability to prioritize and organize.
    • Excellent communication, listening, organizational, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
    • Eagerness to learn and ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment and take initiative.
    • Strong interpersonal and communication skills in dealing effectively with clients, counsel, insureds and court officials.
    • Demonstrate a disciplined approach to work.
    • Comfortable working in a paperless environment
    • No Canadian work experience required however must be eligible to work in Canada.

 

What we offer

 

Working here means you'll be empowered to be and do your best every day. Here is some of what you can expect as a permanent member of our team:

  • A financial rewards program that recognizes your success

  • An industry leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased

  • An extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcare

  • Flexible work arrangements

  • Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year

  • An annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle

  • Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues

  • A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs

  • Inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities

  • Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow

  • A Community Impact program, because what you care about is a part of what makes you different. And how you contribute to your community should be just as unique.

 

We are an equal opportunity employer

 

At Intact, we value diversity and strive to create an inclusive, accessible workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and heard.

 

If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity. We’ll work with you to meet your needs.

 

Click here to review other important information about the hiring process, including background checks, internal candidates, and eligibility to work in Canada.

 

If you are an employee of Intact or belairdirect, please apply for this role on Contact People.