Assistant General Counsel

Description:

Oliver James Legal hiring team are delighted to be partnering with a leading international specialty insurance business on an exciting Assistant General Counsel opportunity to lead its Canadian Legal & Compliance function!

As the first Legal hire for the carrier in Canada, from day one, you'll have A LOT of leadership capabilities, responsibility and exposure to the wider business.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced insurance lawyer looking for autonomy, executive exposure, and the chance to make a real strategic impact.

⚖️ What we're looking for:
🔸10+ years' legal experience, with a strong in-house insurance background
🔸Deep knowledge of Canadian insurance regulation, licensing & compliance
🔸Experience with MGAs and delegated authority arrangements
🔸A commercially minded legal leader comfortable advising senior executives