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.

　　Job Category

　　Legal

　　Target Openings

　　1

　　What Is the Opportunity?

　　Under general direction of the Managing Counsel, has leadership responsibility for a group of assigned staff within a line of business or satellite office. Responsible for recruitment, retention, development, and performance management of assigned staff. Assists and substitutes for Managing Counsel to ensure the smooth functioning of the entire office. As a technical line of business expert, maintains an appropriate individual case load comprised of complex cases. This job is a manager.

　　What Will You Do?

　　Lead the staff within the line of business practice group or satellite office.

　　Responsible for training, development, motivation, retention and performance management of staff.

　　Responsible for all aspects of the practice group or satellite, including billing, monthly reporting, coordination of inventory and monitoring of case management system and other office reports.

　　Manages assignment of cases to match experience, knowledge and skill level of lawyers adhering to specialization philosophy and established procedures.

　　Provides feedback and coaching to lawyers.

　　Reviews pretrial reports and other reports for group/office; participates in trial committees.

　　Accountable for ensuring excellent service to clients including prompt and appropriate communication to clients and effective counseling.

　　Conducts training seminars as needed.

　　Shares expertise and advises clients and other business partners on legal matters and changes in the law.

　　Develops and implements strategies to address any identified deficiencies including prompt follow up and resolution of issues.

　　Recruits and recommends hiring of staff within the practice group or satellite.

　　Assists Managing Counsel with management of the office.

　　Acts as backup for Managing Counsel in absence of Managing Counsel.

　　Assists with initiatives within the office and throughout the Staff Counsel program.

　　Ensures that the practice group or satellite provides outstanding advocacy to clients and achieves excellent results on own cases and those assigned to Counsel within the practice group/office.

　　Ensures completion of, initial case analysis, litigation plans, case evaluations, summaries, legal research, pretrial reports, trial reports and other required items (all case handling guidelines) in a timely and quality manner.

　　Achieves desired results through effective advocacy and trial skills.

　　Reviews files monthly focusing on maintaining high quality.

　　Maintains caseload standards set by Managing Counsel.

　　Manages legal expenses.

　　Perform other duties as assigned.

　　What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have?

　　Superior Legal Knowledge and Skills.

　　Leadership skills.

　　Conflict resolution/management.

　　Decision-Making and Problem-Solving Integrity.

　　Planning, Prioritizing and Goal Setting.

　　Industry based Technology familiarity.

　　What is a Must Have?

　　Law degree (Juris Doctorate) (LL.B.) required.

　　Membership in good standing with Provincial Legal Society required.

　　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 and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals. In addition, our Life Balance program provides access to professional counseling services and other resources to support your daily life needs. Through Life Balance, you’re eligible for free counseling sessions with a licensed therapist.

　　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 ([email protected]) so we may assist you.