Associate Counsel, Counsel & Senior Counsel

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Full-time, Permanent Position (Associate Counsel, Counsel & Senior Counsel)

Location: Regina (Hybrid work option available)

Division: Auto Fund

Posting Close: March 13, 2026

We are looking for a permanent, full-time Lawyer to join our Auto Fund team in Regina.

General Description

The right candidate will have 1 – 10+ years of call. Counsel to the Auto Fund provides legal advice to support policy development and business operations, as well as providing legal opinions and conducting litigation for cases of moderate to high complexity. Auto Fund Counsel primarily supports Saskatchewan’s compulsory auto insurance program, providing legal advice on statutory benefits, appearing before The Automobile Injury Appeal Commission, and contributing to legislative reviews and drafting.

Education and Experience

• A Law degree from an accredited post-secondary education institution.

• Membership with the Law Society of Saskatchewan, or eligibility to become a member.

• 1 – 10+ years experience in the practice of law.

Overview for potential Counsel Positions

Associate Counsel

• Seniority/Experience :1–3 years call to bar, junior-level

• Wage (plus competitive benefit package): $90,116 - $120,147

Counsel

• Seniority/Experience : 4–10 years call to bar, mid-level

• Wage (plus competitive benefit package): $109,052 - $145,411

Senior Counsel

• Seniority/Experience : 10+ years call to bar, senior-level

• Wage (plus competitive benefit package): $122,139 - $162,859

​Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge

• Comprehensive understanding of civil litigation, administrative law, and insurance law, including relevant statutes and regulations.

• Familiarity with court procedures, legislative frameworks, and compliance requirements impacting corporate practices.

• Awareness of SGI’s business operations, insurance products, and risk management principles.

Skills

• Strong analytical and research skills to interpret legislation, assess liability, and prepare detailed legal briefs.

• Effective advocacy and negotiation skills for court proceedings, mediations, and settlement conferences.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex legal concepts clearly and concisely.

Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment, resolve legal issues, and develop litigation strategies.

• Capacity to manage complex files, prioritize competing demands, and meet deadlines under pressure.

• Commitment to fostering a culture of leadership, accountability, and continuous improvement, while building collaborative relationships across teams.

Key Accountabilities

Note: This section is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities – other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

Litigation

• Reviews claims files and provides adjusting staff or managers with critical legal analysis in relation to issues of liability and quantification of damages together with any evidentiary impediments to success of litigation.

• Coordinates litigation strategies and timelines on litigation files.

• Meets with and advises clients, witnesses and expert witnesses (both internal and external) in relation to procedural and substantive aspects of their testimony at discovery, at the Appeal Commission or at trial.

• Directs and conducts further investigations in order to obtain further evidence in support of the litigation.

• Prepares pleadings (claims and defences as necessary).

• Obtains, organizes and vets documents for legal production.

• Attends court for any necessary interim application required to facilitate orderly resolution of the litigation.

• Attends discovery, the Appeal Commission and court in advancing and defending the corporation’s legal position.

• Attends mediation, informal settlement negotiations and judicial settlement conferences and advises clients in relation to settlement issues.

• Assists the legal team in coordinating and organizing legal precedents and provides a supervisory role with the paralegals in matters relating to recovery actions or Small Claims.

• Provides seminars to internal clients on key aspects of the law which impact on their business practices.

Research/Opinions

• Conducts in-depth legal research and prepares legal briefs at the direction of the Associate General Counsel, Regional Senior Counsel or Senior Counsel on all issues affecting the corporation, but primarily in the areas of legislative or contractual interpretation, liability, quantification of damages and court processes.

• Conducts general research at the direction of the General Counsel, Regional Senior Counsel or Senior Counsel on evidentiary burdens and the need for experts in a variety of areas.

• Provides ad hoc, oral and written legal advice to internal clients on an as needed basis under the direction and supervision of the Associate General Counsel or Regional Senior Counsel.

Training/Education

• Maintains a working knowledge of insurance practices, and in particular, the legal aspects which impact on the corporation’s lines of business.

• Attends internal and external legal education and business courses to develop expertise in each of those areas.

• Maintains familiarity with existing insurance law, and other areas of the law which affect the company’s business pursuits.

• Assists in developing and conducting internal training seminars and materials for internal clients.

Leadership

• Actively contributes to and supports a culture of a high performing workforce.

• Participates in divisional succession plans, ensuring ongoing professional and career development and supports development in others.

• Supports a culture of leadership and accountability to effectively deliver on strategic and corporate strategies.

• Is actively committed to leadership development across the company, supporting team and workforce readiness through mentoring, training and developmental opportunities

Corporate Management

• Enables the success of programs and policies that are in alignment with corporate, strategic and divisional strategies.

• Manages risk in area of authority.

Diversity and Inclusion

At SGI, we’re committed to building a workplace where everyone feels seen and heard, and where every individual is respected. Our commitment to reconciliation includes actively hiring Indigenous people and creating opportunities for diverse talent to thrive. We offer more than a job; we embrace diverse backgrounds and experiences, provide a career with purpose, growth, and belonging. Join us and help shape a workplace where every voice matters and contributes to our shared success.

If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we invite you to submit your accommodation request to employeeleaves@sgi.sk.ca and we will work through your request with you. All information received will be kept confidential.

Pay Range:$109,052.00 - $145,411.00

Posting Close Date:

March 13, 2026

As you prepare to submit your application, and cover letter if applicable, please highlight the achievements that demonstrate why you're a great candidate for this role.