SKILLS/EXPERTISE REQUIRED:
As legal counsel your primary role will be to defend and manage multiple areas of primarily liability insurance matters. These include occupiers’ liability, municipal errors and omissions, wrongful dismissal and employment liability, and bodily injury claims. The ideal candidate would require proven expertise in at least two of these areas. The position requires exceptional organizational, problem-solving, prioritizing, and multitasking skills. Excellent written and oral advocacy skills and strong legal research expertise are required. The successful candidate will work independently as well as collaborate with RMA members, legal and insurance professionals.
Education and Professional Designations:
- A Bachelor of Laws or Juris Doctor degree from a recognized Canadian (or equivalent) law school.
- A member in good standing of the Law Society of Alberta.
- 2+ years of relevant experience in the area of civil litigation
- Experience in insurance defense and employment litigation would be an asset.
- Thorough knowledge of the Insurance Act and the Municipal Government Act of Alberta.
Contacts
RMA Legal Counsel will work with the Legal Department, Insurance department and other areas within the RMA.
Compensation
This position offers a competitive salary, and comprehensive benefit package, that will be discussed in a personal interview.
The RMA is an equal opportunity employer. Any applicant that meets the qualifications above is encouraged to apply. Priority will be given to Canadian citizens and those already legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants, but due to the high volume of responses expected, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
Please email resume and cover letter to Janelle Lopushinsky: janelle@rmalberta.com
