Job descriptionAbout Gowling WLG
At Gowling WLG, our dedication to excellence and quality service begins with our people. As a global law firm with offices across Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we pride ourselves on sourcing and retaining top talent who bring energy, passion and commitment to the delivery of outstanding client service. Employee satisfaction is important to us. We work hard to ensure that our people are motivated, engaged and empowered. We are guided by our firm’s core values: the power of teamwork, always striving to be better, and we all bring something different. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are integral to our values, and we constantly strive to build an equitable and rewarding workplace for all. Profile
Gowling WLG’s Ottawa office is seeking a motivated Associate with 3‑6 years of post‑call insurance litigation experience, either in‑house or with a recognised law firm, to join its Insurance and Professional Liability Group. The successful candidate will work closely with strong teammates and mentors to provide exceptional service. Qualifications
Experience in insurance defence and professional liability Proven client‑management skills Strong analytical, communication and drafting skills A willingness to engage in a team environment on challenging work with our clients Appreciation for time management and organisational skills Solid academic credentials Benefits / Perks
100% employer‑paid health, dental and mental‑health coverage, plus an annual lifestyle spending allowance Benefits coverage for firm members and their dependants from day one 20 vacation days and hybrid work flexibility Parental leave top‑up for 26 weeks (after 12 months of full‑time employment) Financial protection through short‑ and long‑term disability, life, accident and critical illness insurance Employee & Family Assistance Programme, guided CBT, and an internal network of 120+ trained mental‑health first‑aid responders Recognition awards, appreciation events, and a supportive, collaborative work culture Perks and preferred pricing programmes, referral bonuses and more The starting range for a 3‑6 year call is $130,000‑170,000. Salary will be determined based on the applicant’s year of call, individual skills, competencies and unique qualifications. Employees have the potential to exceed this range based on tenure and performance. Gowling WLG is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.
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