Hybrid Junior Litigator, Collections

at Intact

• Job title: Junior Litigator, Collections
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Junior
• Salary: CA$101,800 - CA$124,400 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Montreal, Canada

About the role

• Junior Litigator managing a portfolio of litigation claims at Intact Assurance. Collaborating with experienced lawyers and contributing to the legal department's success in Quebec.

Responsibilities

• Join an inspiring, high-performing team of legal professionals
• Manage your own caseload of litigation matters effectively, with a particular focus on collections
• Collaborate with intermediate and senior lawyers on litigation files
• Handle a range of matters from start to finish across varied and interesting practice areas
• Prepare and submit an initial report and follow-up reports presenting your recommendations
• Initiate collection proceedings without delay and use the rules of civil procedure to promote the prompt and efficient progression of files
• Conduct the various stages of litigation efficiently and advocate cases before courts of general jurisdiction or administrative tribunals
• Negotiate settlements
• Provide verbal and written opinions on specific or general legal matters

Requirements

• Law degree and member of the Barreau du Québec for at least 1 year
• Between 1 and 3 years of relevant experience in civil litigation, particularly in insurance, liability, and collections
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills; knowledge of litigation steps; interest in advocacy; trial experience is an asset
• Sense of responsibility and ability to manage priorities, open-mindedness, and strong communication skills
• Negotiation skills and strategic judgment to recommend settlement approaches when appropriate
• Dynamic, efficient, team-oriented, with influencing leadership skills
• Willingness to travel; the role may require handling files throughout Quebec
• Bilingualism (French and English), both oral and written, is an asset

Benefits

• Flexible working hours and a hybrid work model
• Option to purchase up to 5 additional days off per year
• Multiple benefits to support physical and mental well-being, including telemedicine, a wellness account, and more
• Profit-sharing plan and other savings: up to 12% of salary
• Retirement plan offering flexibility and long-term security