Counsel

Résumé du poste

The Counsel will provide strategic legal advice and negotiate a wide variety of commercial agreements for Marsh McLennan Agency's US and Canadian businesses. They will also collaborate with internal teams to ensure compliance with company policies and support the department's strategic initiatives.

Détails du poste

Company: Marsh McLennan Agency Description: 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 McLennan’s Marsh McLennan Agency US/Canadian businesses, advising on commercial contracting and associated matters. You 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 Agency’s 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”) Department’s 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. Marsh (NYSE: MRSH) is a global leader in risk, reinsurance and capital, people and investments, and management consulting, advising clients in 130 countries. With annual revenue of over $27 billion and more than 95,000 colleagues, Marsh helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit marsh.com, or follow us on LinkedIn and X. Marsh is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, Marsh will provide a reasonable accommodation to employees and prospective employees to the point of undue hardship upon request and as required in respect of the individual’s particular restrictions and limitations. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or medical need, please contact [email protected]. Marsh is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person. The applicable base salary range for this role is $119,200 to $169,200. The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. Decisions will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives. We are excited to offer a competitive total rewards package which includes health and welfare benefits, tuition assistance, retirement programs as well as employee assistance programs. This is a New position.

Ce que vous ferez

The Counsel will provide strategic legal advice and negotiate a wide variety of commercial agreements for Marsh McLennan Agency's US and Canadian businesses. They will also collaborate with internal teams to ensure compliance with company policies and support the department's strategic initiatives.

Exigences

Candidates must hold a law degree from an accredited law school and be a member of the Bar of a Canadian province or US state. A minimum of 2 years of experience in a law firm or in-house legal department with a focus on commercial contracting is required.

Avantages

• Health and welfare benefits • Tuition assistance • Retirement programs • Employee assistance programs • Performance-based incentives

Compétences indiquées

• Risk Management · Souhaitée
• Negotiation · Souhaitée
• Communication Skills · Souhaitée
• Gestion de projet · Souhaitée
• Contract Negotiation · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Commercial contracting
• Legal advice
• Contract negotiation
• Client service agreements
• Consulting agreements
• Insurance carrier appointment contracts
• Non-disclosure agreements
• Request for proposals
• Project management
• Strategic planning
• Communication skills
• Legal compliance
• Risk management
• Negotiation
• Ethical culture promotion
• Self-Starter
• Insurance Industry
• Business Operations
• Ethical Standards And Conduct
• Management Consulting
• Strategic Planning
• Customer Service
• Communication
• Regulatory Compliance
• Consulting
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Project Management
• Reinsurance
• Telecommuting
• Request For Proposal
• Verbal Communication Skills
• Public Affairs
• Advising

Domaines d’emploi

• Legal
• Consulting
• Management & Leadership
• Finance & Accounting
• Counsel
• Contract Lawyer
• Lawyers