Legal Counsel

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

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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.