Coverage Counsel

Coverage Counsel

The Opportunity

Are you looking for a caring, collaborative, values-driven workplace with inspiring teammates and leaders? Do you have the ambition and desire to be the best and thrive at the most impactful global insurance provider in the world? Look no further than Zurich Canada.

Zurich Canada is currently looking to hire a Coverage Counsel to join the claims organization. As a member of the Claims Legal team, you will be providing coverage legal advice to Zurich Canada on complex coverage matters in order to ensure that Zurich’s interests are protected. If you have significant experience in insurance coverage advice and litigation and are ready for a challenging new role, we would love to hear from you.

Reporting to the head of Claims Legal, you will be responsible for managing coverage litigation, researching and drafting coverage opinions, partnering with corporate law and underwriting to provide support and recommendations on policy language and new product launches, and providing general educational support on new developments in coverage law. This is a unique opportunity to leverage your legal expertise, grow your career, and make a meaningful impact in a supportive environment where your voice matters.

This is a hybrid work opportunity.

• Lead and manage all aspects of medium to high complexity litigation matters, including strategy development, case assignment, and oversight of outside counsel.
• Resolve technical coverage issues within claims and underwriting units, providing legal advice, counsel, and targeted training to teams.
• Partner with business units to deliver legal guidance and recommendations on policy language, new product launches, and coverage matters.
• Ensure full legal compliance with regional, country, and local laws, as well as Zurich’s internal control requirements.
• Mentor legal assistants and share technical expertise with colleagues across the organization.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying opportunities for technical excellence and delivering relevant training.
• Maintain confidentiality of claims information and protect Zurich’s reputation.
• Participate in educational and professional development activities to stay current with industry trends and best practices.
• Support team projects and contribute to a collaborative, high-performing work environment.
• Manage business travel and extended hours as required during peak periods.

Required:

• Juris Doctor (JD) or LLB
• Minimum of 6 years’ experience in insurance coverage and/or a combination of coverage and defence
• Member in good standing of a Canadian provincial Bar Association
• Experience in insurance industry claims or underwriting
• Experience with Microsoft Office, Lexis or Westlaw

Preferred:

• Advanced knowledge of insurance industry, claims, and legal/regulatory environment
• Strong organizational, analytical, and negotiation skills
• Excellent oral and written communication abilities
• Ability to multi-task and adapt in a fast-paced, changing environment
• Experience collaborating across work groups
• Skill in presenting complex information to various audiences
• Commitment to Zurich’s values and culture, including mentoring and supporting team members
• Willingness to travel as needed and work extended hours during busy periods

• At Zurich, we are proud of our culture. We are passionate about Diversity, Inclusion, Equity and Belonging (DIEB). We want you to bring your whole self to work, and we want our employees to be reflective of the communities in which we live and work. Our DIEB initiatives are creating an environment where everyone feels welcome.
• We have a collaborative culture where diversity of thought is valued. We value your input and strive to give our employees the tools they need to make an impact.
• We care about our employees’s well-being and offer a comprehensive health / benefits plan with varying levels of coverage to suit your specific needs and a competitive total compensation package.
• We understand how important it is to rest, recharge and do the things you love. At Zurich, all employees receive a minimum of four weeks of vacation per year…