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Permanent Full Time position for a Senior Legal Counsel, Insurance. The role reports to the Assistant Vice President & Senior Counsel, Insurance Solutions and supports the Canadian business by providing practical and timely legal advice on tactical and strategic matters focused on individual insurance products. Accountabilities Work collaboratively with business and functional partners to provide practical, riskbased legal advice on a wide range of matters. Provide advice and support with respect to existing individual life insurance products and new product development, including contract drafting and interpretation, insurance policy administration, and general internal legal support for term, universal life, permanent insurance products, and reinsurance. Maintain knowledge of regulatory requirements related to individual insurance products and insurance distribution, and advise on regulatory requirements and developments. Qualifications and Competencies Law Degree, Member in good standing of a provincial Bar. 7+ years of relevant legal work experience (law firm or inhouse). Knowledge and experience with life and health insurance products and their distribution is required. Knowledge of participating policy governance is a strong asset. Selfmotivated with the ability to work well independently and as part of a crossfunctional team. Strong communication skills with a practical solutionoriented approach. Demonstrated superior skill in legal drafting, including agreements and contracts. Ability to proactively bring projects to completion. Highly focused with attention to detail. Proven analytical and problemsolving skills with experience simplifying and resolving complex problems. Superior organizational and timemanagement skills with experience handling multiple projects at once. Willingness to learn new areas of law and work in a dynamic and evolving business environment. Location flexibility: the position may be located in Toronto, Winnipeg or London. Career opportunities will be open a minimum of 5 business days from the posting date; closing dates vary. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Canada Life is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment for all employees and customers. Reasonable accommodation is available during the application process. #J-18808-Ljbffr