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Echelon Insurance provides Personal and Commercial Specialty Insurance solutions to protect Canadian families and businesses across Canada, through our trusted network of Broker partners. Echelon is a member of the CAA Club Group of Companies and is an equal opportunity employer who offers a professional environment that champions collaboration, trust, and growth to drive success. We cultivate a great working dynamic to help us deliver what is best for our associates, Brokers, and Customers. Who We Are Are you ready to join an award-winning, purpose-driven culture? Welcome to the CAA Club Group of Companies (CCG), where purpose leads to passion! At CCG, we are committed to delivering an exceptional Associate experience. We offer: Work-life harmony with access to an award-winning holistic wellness program, Continuous learning through our robust corporate curriculum and education reimbursement program, Incredible rewards, travel incentives, and product and service discounts, Pay-for-performance and best-in-class recognition programs, and Competitive benefits that include a defined contribution plan, personal spending account, and so much more. Join our growing team where everyone belongs! Position Details What You Will Do To provide litigation and other legal services with respect to assigned property and casualty claims files, including representing Echelon Insurance or its insureds as required With limited supervision, handle litigation on behalf of Echelon Insurance and its insureds, in a cost effective manner, from initial opinion through to trial, including preparation of all required pleadings, offers to settle, motion materials, mediation briefs and pre-trial briefs Attendance at motions, examination for discovery, mediations, pre-trial conferences and trial Reporting to Claims of all material developments and settlement offers Use of litigation and Claims protocols to develop and revise appropriate legal strategy for discovery, investigation, handling and trial of cases or matters Advise, communicate and develop those strategies with Echelon Insurance Claims staff and insured clients, as appropriate Provide coverage advice to Claims and Underwriting Advise, communicate and confer with Claims staff and insured clients, rendering clear, unambiguous legal advice Provide general advice and assistance to the Claims department, including participating in Claims committee where required Conducting continuing education seminars for Claims Provide updates on relevant legal developments to all departments of the company Work with Director of Litigation in the creation and implementation of workflows, protocols and tools which are focused on enabling efficiency and servicing Claims and Underwriting Provide mentorship and guidance to legal counsel and legal assistants/law clerks Salary range is not inclusive of total compensation. The expected salary range for this position will be impacted by factors such as the successful candidate’s skills, experience and working location, as well as the specific position’s business line, scope and level. Candidates with salary expectations outside of the range are encouraged to apply Who You Are Completion of law school and admission to the bar and in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario 7 or more years experience, either as in-house counsel within the P&C insurance industry and within a law firm Strong advocacy skills Excellent negotiation, oral and written communication skills Strong knowledge and understanding of litigation process, the Ontario Rules of Civil Procedure and the Ontario automobile insurance regime Experienced at handling personal injury defense and motor vehicle litigation claims including tort Accident benefits experience is an asset but not required Experienced at conducting examinations for discovery, participating in mediations, attending pre-trials and negotiating settlements. Trial experience would be a strong asset Possess strong leadership and mentorship skills Internal applicants are asked to formally express their interest by applying online no later than 10 business days of the position being posted We may use AI tools to help us through the recruitment process. Our Commitment We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with all applicable Provincial Human Rights and Accessibility Legislation. CCG will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.

As an equal opportunity employer, we are looking to build a diverse workforce that reflects the diversity of our clients and the customers we serve. Learn more about working for WCB at Careers - WCB Alberta   Job Title: Legal Assistant   Job Type: Permanent / Full time   Job Location: Edmonton, Alberta   Legal Assistant Edmonton, Alberta Permanent, Full-Time Position   Are you a looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference on a team that impacts the lives of Albertans? Are you self-motivated with excellent communication skills and enjoy building strong and effective relationships with people? Are you compassionate and find your skills best suited to a client centric work environment? If this sounds like you - come and join our team!   Your Legal Assistant responsibilities: Assists the Bodily Injury Adjusters by receiving and reviewing files to determine if a vested cause of action is possible under tort and workers’ compensation law. Determines the status of parties under the Workers’ Compensation Act. Promotes the services of the Legal Services Department to injured workers in vested causes of action. Inputs data into the legal tracking system, orders motor vehicle and corporate searches, and prepares files for Bodily Injury Adjusters.   Your experience and skills: High School diploma supplemented with several years of progressively responsible experience as a Legal Assistant. Legal Assistant diploma, courses in litigation procedure and personal injury, and courses through the Insurance Institute of Canada is preferred. C.I.P. designation is a definite asset. Broad knowledge of the law and litigation process with the ability to inform interested parties of progress. Working knowledge of medical terminology is an asset. Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills are required. Ability to build external stakeholder relationships. A combination of education and experience may be considered.   We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, flexible work schedules and hybrid work opportunities (combination of work from home and physical office) that foster a healthy work-life balance. You’ll work with supportive leaders and skilled professionals in a caring and collaborative work environment. For more information, please see our Employee Handbook , available on our website.   Salary: $58,249 to $64,687 per annum (Pay Grade 7)   Final candidates for this position are required to undergo a security clearance as a condition of employment. Successful candidate must reside in Alberta and be able to work in person in our Edmonton downtown office as required by their position.   We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all qualified persons, without regard to race, colour, religion or national origin, gender (or gender identity or expression), age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability. Equal opportunity is provided in employment, promotions and wages.   We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.