Senior Counsel

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Description:

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 it is a hybrid role with a requirement of working at least three days a week in the office.

As a Senior Counsel, you will provide strategic and tactical legal guidance to Marsh McLennan’s Marsh and Mercer US business, focusing on commercial contracting and related matters, while possessing knowledge of corporate, privacy, and technology law. Collaborating closely with the business and other members of the Legal Team, your responsibilities will include reviewing and negotiating client engagement letters, client service agreements, consulting agreements, and statements of work (SOW). You will also assess Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and prepare responses that align with Company contractual requirements, negotiate data privacy and security agreements, and effectively communicate company and legal department policies and approval processes for contract modifications to in-house clients

We will count on you to:

• Draft and negotiate a wide variety of commercial agreements with clients from all industry sectors
• Advise on legal, regulatory, and business risks related to the Marsh & Mercer US business
• 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:

• At least 3 years' experience at a law firm or in-house at a reputable company, with a focus on commercial contracting
• Law degree from an accredited law school
• Member of the Bar of a Canadian province or US state
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to handle a high volume of work with competing priorities
• Strong negotiation and project management skills

What makes you stand out?

• A strong desire to be a commercial contracting specialist
• Prior US experience
• A self-starter capable of working independently, while part of a collegial team

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.