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Conseiller(e) juridique / Legal Counsel


Company : Reinsurance Group Of America, Incorporated


Location : Montreal, Quebec


Created : 2026-01-22


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

You desire impactful work. You''''re RGA ready RGA is a purpose-driven organization working to solve todays challenges through innovation and collaboration. A Fortune 200 Company and listed among its World''''s Most Admired Companies, were the only global reinsurance company to focus primarily on life- and health-related solutions. Join our multinational team of intelligent, motivated, and collaborative people, and help us make financial protection accessible to all. En tant que membre de lquipe mondiale et canadienne des Services juridiques, le titulaire du poste offre des conseils juridiques et propose des solutions juridiques novatrices en ce qui a trait aux exigences professionnelles grandissantes de RGA et ses activits au Canada. Responsabilits Rdaction et rvision de divers traits de rassurance Rvision et ngociation de contrats (p.ex., ententes de confidentialit, contrats de service avec les fournisseurs, ententes de service et autres ententes avec les tiers) Collaboration avec la direction pour le suivi et la gestion des dveloppements dans le secteur de la rassurance et les propositions rglementaires connexes Support lgal auprs des units de rclamation et de slection des risques dans le cadre de litiges (courants ou apprhends) concernant des cas rassurs ou pour toute autre question de nature lgale touchant les oprations de ces 2 units d Formulation de conseils relativement la mise en place et linterprtation du cadre de gestion du contenu de lentreprise, la protection des donnes et autres politiques et programmes de conformit Accomplissement des autres tches qui seront attribues Exprience Autorisation pratiquer le droit au Qubec ou en Ontario De cinq(5) huit(8)ans de pratique du droit dans le service juridique dune socit, dun cabinet davocats ou dune entit gouvernementale Connaissance des lois commerciales, ainsi que comptences et exprience pratique en rvision et ngociation de contrats Exprience des oprations et de la rglementation en matire dassurance vie, ou connaissance pratique de linfrastructure oprationnelle dune compagnie dassurance vie (actuariat, tarification, rglements, traits, etc.) Exprience dans la gestion des litiges de dossiers de rclamation Exprience de la rglementation et des pratiques dans le domaine de la rassurancevie, ou des problmes de conformit Participation aux groupes de travail de lindustrie, un atout Connaissance des documents relatifs aux lois et aux oprations commerciales Aptitudes Bilinguisme franais/anglais requis tant donn la ncessit de communiquer par oral et crit avec une clientle majoritairement anglophone essentiellement base lextrieur du Qubec, de rdiger et ngocier des traits essentiellement en anglais auprs de cette clientle, ainsi que de communiquer et offrir des services juridiques aux divers dpartements travers le groupe de compagnies et entits RGA situes lextrieur du Qubec. Aptitudes pousses pour la communication orale et crite Solides aptitudes pour lanalyse et la rsolution de problmes Qualits requises Bon sens de lorganisation et capacit dtablir les priorits et de respecter constamment les chances Capacit de grer de multiples responsabilits Capacit de travailler de manire autonome Diplomatie et excellentes aptitudes pour les relations humaines et interpersonnelles; capacit de collaborer efficacement avec la direction et les collgues dans toute lentreprise Aptitudes pour la persuasion et la ngociation dans les relations avec les clients internes et externes Grande motivation Esprit dquipe As a member of the Global and Canadian legal team, the Legal Counsel will provide legal advice and creative legal solutions to the growing business demands of RGA and its operations in Canada Responsibilities : Drafts and reviews various reinsurance treaties Performs general contract review and negotiation (e.g., confidentiality agreements, vendor service contracts, service level agreements, arrangements with third parties) Works with management to monitor and respond to developments in reinsurance and related regulatory proposals Supports Legal with the claims and underwriting units in the context of litigation (current or apprehended) concerning reinsured cases or for any other legal matter affecting the operations of these 2 units Provides advice with regard to the implementation and interpretation of the organizations enterprise content management framework, data protection and other policies and compliance programs Performs other duties as assigned Requirements : Licensed to practice law in Qubec or Ontario Five (5) to eight (8) years of law practice in a law department of a corporation, law firm or governemental entity Knowledge of commercial laws and contract review and negotiation skills and practices Experience with life insurance transactions and regulations, or working knowledge of life insurance company operational infrastructure (actuarial, underwriting, claims, treaties, etc.) Experience in managing claim file disputes Experience with life reinsurance regulations and practices, or compliance issues Involvement in industry working groups, preferred Knowledge of commercial law and business transaction documents Skills Bilingualism in French and English is required given the need to communicate orally and in writing with a predominantly English-speaking clientele based outside of Quebec, to draft and negotiate treaties essentially in English with this clientele, as well as to communicate with and provide legal services to the various departments throughout the RGA group of companies and entities located outside of Quebec Advanced oral and written communication skills Excellent analytical and problem solving skills Attributes Well-organized with ability to prioritize and consistently meet deadlines Ability to manage multiple responsibilities Ability to work independently Diplomatic with excellent human relations and interpersonal skills; able to work well with management and associates throughout the company Persuasive negotiation skills when working with internal/external customers Highly motivated Team player What you can expect from RGA: Gain valuable knowledge from and experience with diverse, caring colleagues around the world. Enjoy a respectful, welcoming environment that fosters individuality and encourages pioneering thought. Join the bright and creative minds of RGA, and experience vast, endless career potential. Compensation Range: $88,650.00 - $110,800.00 Annual Base pay varies depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience and market location. In addition, RGA provides an annual bonus plan that includes all roles and some positions are eligible for participation in our long-term equity incentive plan. RGA also maintains a full range of health, retirement, and other employee benefits. RGA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, gender identity or expression, sex, disability, veteran status, religion, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr