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Legal Consultant

Legal Consultant

CompanyMarsh & McLennan
LocationMontreal, QC, Canada, Toronto, ON, Canada, Calgary, AB, Canada
Salary$Not Provided – $Not Provided
TypeFull-Time
DegreesJD
Experience LevelMid Level, Senior

Requirements

  • JD or LL.B & called to the Bar
  • 3+ years of experience in pension and employee benefit law, or has worked for a minimum of five years in a related legal field, and demonstrates a keen interest in pension and employee benefit law
  • Relevant experience in taxation will be considered an asset
  • Strong communication skills both verbal and written
  • Quebec Residents: In accordance with Bill 96, candidates must demonstrate proficiency in both English and French, as this role requires effective communication with our bilingual clientele.

Responsibilities

  • Manage projects of varying degrees of complexity and scope with respect to registered pension plans, savings plans, taxation and benefits
  • Assist in developing pension, savings plans and employee benefit documents
  • Collaborate with clients and their legal counsel to find practical solutions to matters relating to retirement savings arrangements and employee benefits
  • Inform Mercer consultants and clients of legal developments and participate in training and professional development activities
  • Demonstrate flexibility by working independently as well as in a team with Mercer legal and tax professionals and other Mercer consultants.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bilingual French (verbal/written)