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TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. Growth opportunities and skill development are defining features of the colleague experience at TD. Our compensation policies and practices have been designed to allow colleagues to progress through the salary range over time as they progress in their role. The base pay actually offered may vary based upon the candidate's skills and experience, job-related knowledge, geographic location, and other specific business and organizational needs.

As a candidate, you are encouraged to ask compensation related questions and have an open dialogue with your recruiter who can provide you more specific details for this role.

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Department Overview

At TD Insurance, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment. With a Canada-wide workforce our company is always growing and can help you to grow. TD Insurance offers a stable and dynamic work environment where talent is appreciated, and professional development is taken seriously. More than just a job, we offer rewarding careers.

Job Description

CUSTOMER

• Drafts legal documents and instruments, based on legal research and knowledge of law and legal procedures

• Interacts with internal/external stakeholders regarding a variety of legal matters

• Handles independently initial screening of incoming legal communications and correspondence

• Manages maintenance of files and applicable databases

• Assists with advice on legal process, researching and responding to legal questions as necessary

• Assists with management of expenditures on outside counsel in accordance with policies and procedures

• Deals directly with clients and/or external counsel to assist in gathering and providing appropriate information and documentation

• May assist in the preparation and maintenance of corporate records

• Researches appropriate laws, judicial decisions, legal activities and other materials that are relevant to assigned cases

• Participates in special projects as required

SHAREHOLDER

• Contributes to various operational activities and processes as assigned

• Consistently exercises discretion in managing, information and matters of confidentiality

• Remains knowledgeable of practices and procedures within own area of responsibility and keeps abreast of emerging trends for own functional area

• Protects the interests of the organization – identifies and manages risks, and escalates non-standard, high risk activities as necessary

• Conducts internal and external research projects; supports the development / delivery of presentations / communications to management or broader audience

• Conducts reporting and / or meaningful analysis at the functional or enterprise level using results to draw conclusions, make recommendations, assess the effectiveness of programs/ policies/ practices under the direction of management

• Maintains a culture of risk management and control, supported by effective processes in alignment with risk appetite

EMPLOYEE / TEAM

• Participates fully as a member of the team, support a positive work environment that promotes service to the business, quality, innovation and teamwork and ensure timely communication of issues/ points of interest

• Supports the team by continuously enhancing knowledge / expertise in own area and participate in knowledge transfer within the team and business unit

• Keeps current on emerging trends/ developments and grows knowledge of the business, related tools and techniques

• Participates in personal performance management and development activities, including cross training within own team

• Keeps others informed and up-to-date about the status / progress of projects and / or all relevant or useful information related to day-to-day activities

• Contributes to the success of the team by willingly assisting others in the completion and performance of work activities; provides training, coaching and/or guidance as appropriate

• Contributes to a fair, positive and equitable environment that supports a diverse workforce

• Acts as a brand ambassador for own business area/function and the bank, internally and/or externally

BREADTH & DEPTH

• Experienced working professional role providing specialized business services, advisory or processes / program support within their own area of speciality

• Requires experienced, conceptual and practical knowledge within their own specialty and knowledge of broader related areas

• Accountable for own work and sometimes others; acts as an escalation point or knowledge resource for others in their own area

• Works within broad guidelines / policies and independently performs tasks from end to end

• Solves moderately complex problems by taking a new perspective on existing solutions

• Exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information

• Conveys business context when providing guidance within field of specialty to internal or external stakeholders

• Work performed under minimal management guidance and supervision

• Identify and lead problem resolution

• Generally reports to Legal Counsel or above

Job Requirements

• Completed Paralegal program at recognized College

• Currently a licensed Paralegal by Law Society Ontario

• Minimum 5 years actual LAT experience

• Experience mentoring/managing/overseeing paralegals and junior lawyers on LAT files

Who We Are:

As part of TD Bank Group, one of Canada's largest financial institutions, at TD Insurance, we care for Canadian families, making it easy to get the best advice, protection, and support in their moments of need, always.

TD Insurance offers a wide range of products, including General Insurance and Life and Health. More than four million customers count on us.

As the largest direct to consumer insurer in Canada, we are always innovating and providing exciting and rewarding career opportunities for our Canada-wide workforce.

Our Total Rewards Package
Our Total Rewards package reflects the investments we make in our colleagues to help them and their families achieve their financial, physical, and mental well-being goals. Total Rewards at TD includes a base salary, variable compensation, and several other key plans such as health and well-being benefits, savings and retirement programs, paid time off, banking benefits and discounts, career development, and reward and recognition programs. Learn more

Additional Information:
We're delighted that you're considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we're committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.

Please be advised that this job opportunity is subject to provincial regulation for employment purposes. It is imperative to acknowledge that each province or territory within the jurisdiction of Canada may have its own set of regulations, requirements.

Colleague Development
If you're interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills, we want to help you succeed. You'll have regular career, development, and performance conversations with your manager, as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities. Whether you have a passion for helping customers and want to expand your experience, or you want to coach and inspire your colleagues, there are many different career paths within our organization at TD – and we're committed to helping you identify opportunities that support your goals.

Training & Onboarding
We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you've got everything you need to succeed in your new role.

Interview Process
We'll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.

Accommodation
Your accessibility is important to us. Please let us know if you'd like accommodations (including accessible meeting rooms, captioning for virtual interviews, etc.) to help us remove barriers so that you can participate throughout the interview process.
We look forward to hearing from you!

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