Counsel
Job Summary
Counsel
We are seeking a talented individual to join our Legal Compliance & Public Affairs team at Marsh McLennan. This role will be based in Toronto and is a hybrid role that has a requirement of working at least three days a week in the office.
As a Counsel you will be responsible for providing strategic and tactical advice to Marsh McLennans Marsh McLennan Agency US/Canadian businesses advising on commercial contracting and associated will work closely with the business and other members of the Legal Team to review and negotiate various agreements including client service agreements consulting agreements statements of work insurance carrier appointment contracts and Non-Disclosure Agreements.
Additionally you will review Requests for Proposals and prepare responses in compliance with Company contractual requirements while communicating company and legal department policies and approval processes for contract changes to in-house clients.
The role will report to Marsh & McLennan Agencys Chief Commercial Counsel.
We will count on you to:
- Draft and negotiate a wide variety of commercial agreements with clients from all industry sectors
- Contribute to and reinforce the Marsh McLennan Legal Compliance & Public Affairs (LCPA) Departments Strategic Plan and initiatives that impact the LCPA organization
- Demonstrate strong written and oral communications skills
- Collaborate effectively with business operations and legal and compliance colleagues
- Promote an ethical culture where employees are encouraged to voice their concerns and opinions
- Above all exercise sound judgment
What you need to have:
- Be a Member of the Bar of a Canadian province or US state
- Law degree from an accredited law school plus at least 2 years experience at a law firm or in-house at a reputable company with a focus on commercial contracting
What makes you stand out
- A strong desire to be a commercial contracting specialist
- Prior US experience is an asset
- Insurance industry knowledge or experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong negotiator
- A self-starter capable of working independently while part of a collegial team
- The ability to handle a high volume of work with competing priorities
- Strong project management skills
Why join our team:
- We help you be your best through professional development opportunities interesting work and supportive leaders.
- We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have impact for colleagues clients and communities.
- Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being.