Legal Risk Analyst
Toronto, ON

Three Days Work From Home but
potential for all remote work!

Our client, a leader in its field, is growing! This dynamic company is in need of a bright, energetic and professional Legal Risk Analyst (LRA) to join its team. 

The LRA is responsible for assessing settlement loan applications, providing a written analysis of personal injury claims with respect to both liability and quantum with a strong emphasis on the ability to establish and maintain positive relationships.

Strong experience managing personal injury files from intake to settlement including drafting opinions, mediation and pre-trial memos, with the ability to identify liability issues and assess quantum of damages is critical. 

This dynamic, rapidly growing business requires a professional who works well within a team, shows initiative, has a strong attention to detail, thinks creatively and has a ‘hands on’ attitude.

Key Responsibilities:

Relationship Management:

• Interaction with external clients and law firms with respect to inquiries and applications
• Educate external clients and law firms on processes, terms and product options
• Commitment to providing excellent customer service to build and maintain strong relationship with clients, personal injury lawyers/clerks/law firms and educating them on various products, processes and services
• Participating in various marketing initiatives including conferences, presentations to law firms, attendance at various networking events

Risk Assessment:

• Receive and act on applications from external clients and law firms, discussing same with both the applicant and counsel, requesting the appropriate information/documentation to complete due diligence and an assessment of the claim
• Provide written reports and recommendations
• Monitor the progress of legal claims that remain outstanding 
• Monitor and evaluate new developments in personal injury law that may have an impact on the business activities undertaken by the client in the jurisdictions in which it operates.
• Constant communication with team members to ensure excellence in client experience
• Some marketing initiatives may be required from time to time including attendance at conferences/events when necessary.

Continuous Improvement:

• Assist in identifying and implementing process improvements and control procedures
• Legal research and monitoring trends in personal injury decisions at both court and tribunal levels
• Participating in continuing legal education and internal training opportunities

Education:

College Diploma or Degree from a recognized Law Clerk or Paralegal program.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education and qualification as a Law Clerk and/or Paralegal
• 7+ years’ experience working as a Law Clerk and/or Paralegal in personal injury law, preferable for both plaintiff and defence firms
• Preference will be given to those with experience in a variety of claim types: motor vehicle, slip and fall, occupier’s liability, STD/LTD, and assault
• Solid background in/understanding of tort law and the differences between exposure and realistic recovery values
• Knowledge of civil litigation procedures and insurance regulations in other provinces would be an asset.
• Excellent written and verbal language skills with attention to detail
• Strong analytical, time management and organizational skills
• Exceptional ability to work well under pressure, efficiently handling multiple tasks and a strong ability to prioritize
• Possess strong interpersonal and business development skills to maintain customer relationships with client companies
• Possess advanced computer skills; ability to learn new processes and tools quickly is essential
• Strong work ethic with ability to work both independently and as a team member
• Team player - ability to work with people from multiple teams 
• Some travel, attendance at conferences and various events, ability to work outside of normal office hours as required

 If you are looking to join a professional and dynamic team look no further! Apply today! We thank all applicants for their interest in this role however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in Linds & Associates Ltd.