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AVP, Corporate CounselAviva Canada • Markham, York Region, CA
AVP, Corporate Counsel

AVP, Corporate Counsel

Aviva Canada • Markham, York Region, CA
18 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

About Aviva

Individually we are people, but together we are Aviva. These are our values – Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence. At Aviva Canada, we put people first – our employees, customers, and communities. We’re proud of a culture built on care, inclusion, and collaboration, where your voice matters and your growth is supported. We’re not just about insurance; we’re about making a real difference by protecting what matters most.

The Opportunity

Ready to make a real impact? As Assistant Vice President, Corporate Counsel , you’ll play a pivotal role in strategic decision‑making, partnering with senior leaders to shape the future of our business. Work alongside a high‑performing legal team, tackle complex challenges, and deliver innovative solutions that drive success.

What You’ll Do

  • Deliver high‑quality legal advice and services across business activities and corporate / commercial matters.
  • Drive a culture of growth, collaboration, and engagement within the legal team.
  • Identify and mitigate legal risks, ensuring timely escalation when needed.
  • Manage external counsel relationships to maintain quality and cost efficiency.
  • Stay ahead of legal developments and share insights with business leaders.
  • Partner with the corporate legal team to develop and apply best practices that enhance efficiency and foster ongoing improvement.

What You’ll Bring

  • Call to a provincial Canadian bar with a current license.
  • Minimum of 8 years of post‑qualifying in‑house and / or law firm experience.
  • Strong knowledge of the Canadian legal environment and corporate / commercial law.
  • Proven ability to lead projects, negotiate effectively, and build strong internal and external relationships at senior levels.
  • Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
  • Highly responsive to business needs, with strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to deliver timely, pragmatic, and commercially focused advice.
  • Ability to identify and simplify complex legal issues to provide clear, actionable recommendations.
  • What Makes You Stand Out

  • Experience in insurance and / or working with large financial institutions.
  • Experience in special projects where legal skills in the areas of mergers & acquisitions, financing, and corporate commercial are critical.
  • Bilingual proficiency in English and French.
  • What You’ll Get

  • Compelling rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities.
  • Outstanding career development opportunities.
  • Support for your professional development education.
  • Competitive vacation package with the option to purchase 5 extra days off per year.
  • Employee‑driven programs focused on gender, LGBTQ+, origins, diversity and inclusion.
  • Corporate wellness programs to support our employees’ physical and mental health.
  • Hybrid flexible work model.
  • Accommodations

    Aviva Canada has an accommodation process in place to provide accommodations for employees with disabilities. If upon commencement of employment you require a specific accommodation because of a disability, please contact your Talent Acquisition Partner so that an appropriate accommodation can be arranged. This process applies throughout your career with Aviva Canada.

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