AB Paralegal, Claims

Job title:

AB Paralegal, Claims

Company

Intact Financial

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 roleWe’re looking for AB Paralegals to join our growing team!Intact Insurance Company has a team of over 285 litigators in 12 locations across Canada, including 5 Ontario cities. Intact is now seeking dynamic paralegals with AB experience to join our team!What you’ll do here:

• Independent carriage of file handling matters before the License Appeal Tribunal from beginning to conclusion.
• Provide support to Legal Counsel by second chairing, providing research, and other appropriate file related tasks in complex and high value files.
• Draft opinions, pleadings, affidavits and other legal documents to support applications, mediations, case conferences, private arbitrations and LAT hearings.
• Independently prepare and conduct LAT hearings of appropriate complexity, primarily written hearings.
• Prepare and present legal educational seminars to the claims department and help your Intact colleagues from other departments on inquiries.
• Maintain productive and effective communications with claims department and adjusters.

What you bring to the table:

• Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario with a P1 License.
• Minimum of 2 years + of insurance litigation experience.
• Experience in legal research and writing, including authorship of legal opinions.
• Experience in drafting pleadings, affidavits, and written submissions, and preparing summaries of medical and financial documents.
• Proficiency in alternative dispute resolution (ADR) processes.
• Tribunal hearing and/or trial experience is a definite asset.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, combined with research and negotiation experience.
• Have superior organizational skills, including the ability to handle multiple case files simultaneously.
• Have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective client relationships.
• Set high standards, be an agent of change, adaptive, with a strong drive to outperform.

What we offerWorking 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 successAn industry leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchasedAn extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcareFlexible work arrangementsPossibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per yearAn annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyleAccess to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleaguesA dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programsInclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunitiesInspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you growA 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 employerAt 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., 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.

Expected salary

Location

Toronto, ON

Job date

Sun, 27 Oct 2024 05:54:32 GMT

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