Senior Surety Claims Counsel OR Senior Surety Claims Expert

• →Manage a portfolio of complex surety claims ranging in size, complexity, and exposure.
• →Investigate, analyze, evaluate, negotiate, and resolve construction and commercial surety matters.
• →Develop and execute effective claim resolution and recovery strategies.
• →Assess contractual obligations, project risks, financial exposures, and legal liabilities.
• →Ensure claims are handled fairly, efficiently, and in accordance with company standards and regulatory requirements.

• Apply advanced knowledge of construction practices, surety products, and related legal frameworks.
• Navigate matters involving construction defaults, project completion, contract terminations, payment disputes, liens, subcontractor claims, and claims administration.
• Analyze complex construction contracts and related documentation to identify risks and develop actionable solutions.

• Identify, assess, and pursue recovery opportunities involving indemnitors, principals, owners, and third parties.
• Direct recovery initiatives through negotiation, litigation, settlement, or alternative dispute resolution.

• Manage external counsel, financial experts, consultants, and other professional advisors.
• Draft, review, and negotiate legal and settlement documentation as required.

• Monitor legal, regulatory, and industry developments that may impact the surety business.
• Provide insights and recommendations to internal stakeholders regarding emerging risks and opportunities.
• Prepare clear, concise reports and presentations for senior leadership.
• Maintain complete and accurate claim documentation and reporting.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) or J.D. degree with relevant legal experience; or significant surety claims experience; or a Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related discipline combined with relevant industry expertise.
• 5 - 10 years of experience of legal or claims experience in one or more of the following areas: surety, construction, construction law, engineering, commercial litigation, insolvency or restructuring, contract law or insurance law.
• Experience with surety claims and claims-related litigation a strong asset.
• Knowledge of surety bonds and the Canadian construction industry is considered an asset.
• Prior success in managing or working with outside counsel, consultants or other professionals
• Experience handling complex disputes and financial exposures.
• Strong understanding of construction practices and contractual relationships;direct surety claims experience is highly valued.
• Ability to analyze legal documents, contracts, financial information, and project-related documentation.
• Exceptional problem-solving, negotiation, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex issues to senior audiences.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple and/or competitng priorities with attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative, relationship-focused approach to partnering stakehlders - internal and external.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Business-level bilingual proficiency in French is considered a strong asset.
• Willingness and ability to travel as required (approximately 25%).

Liberty Mutual Canada is committed to pay transparency and fair, equitable hiring. For roles based in Ontario, we publish a Target Hiring Range in compliance with the Ontario Pay Transparency Act.

This posting is for an active, current vacancy.

Target Hiring Range: CAD $145,000-170,000 (Grade 17)

           $175,000 – 195,000 (Grade 18)

We do not use AI-based screening tools in our hiring process. Candidates who complete an interview and remain under consideration may request, and will receive, feedback within 45 days.

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