Legal Counsel

**Our Client** Our client is a Canadian life insurance organization specializing in annuity solutions for pension plans, associations, and individuals. With a strong market presence and continued expansion, the company is well\-positioned for long\-term success. They are seeking a Legal Counsel to join their Legal and Compliance team on an 18\-month contract. Reporting to senior legal leadership, this role provides broad legal support across the organization’s operations and contributes to regulatory compliance initiatives. The position offers exposure to cross\-functional teams including sales, actuarial, operations, investments, risk, and finance. **Responsibilities** * Draft and negotiate insurance policies and related documentation with policyholders * Develop templates to support the creation and distribution of insurance products * Provide legal support to the operations team on policy\-related matters * Assist with drafting communications, both template\-based and transaction\-specific * Support regulatory compliance efforts, including adherence to insurance regulations, market conduct guidelines, pension, privacy, AML/ATF, and tax requirements * Deliver training and prepare materials on regulatory and compliance topics * Participate in or lead internal working groups and special projects * Provide general legal advice across a variety of business functions **Requirements** * Qualified to practice law in Ontario and in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario * 4\-6 years of post\-call legal experience * Experience in insurance law is required * Experience working with or within a regulated financial institution is an asset * Strong organizational skills and attention to detail * Excellent written and verbal communication abilities * Strong analytical and critical thinking skills * Ability to manage multiple priorities and work efficiently in a fast\-paced environment * Team\-oriented, resourceful, and self\-motivated * Exposure to risk management, operational compliance, or internal audit is considered an asset **REF\# LI1659**