We are the Canadian Division of Stewart Title Guaranty Company, a leading provider of residential and commercial title insurance. As one of the largest title insurers in the world, Stewart Title specializes in providing our clients with exceptional service, deep expertise and innovative solutions to help close their real estate transactions with peace of mind.

Job Description

Job Summary

A Counsel - Claims with our Claims Department is responsible for investigating and handing claims to resolution. Determining if claims are salvageable and forwarding to recovery. Evaluating claims inquiries regarding coverage provisions and making recommendations with insured and their lawyers This is hybrid role, with 1-2 days per week expected in-person at 200 Bay Street in Toronto.

Job Responsibilities

• Investigating and responding to complex claims inquires on residential and commercial policies
• Evaluating claim inquiries with respect to coverage provisions and determining which claims are covered
• Preparing coverage/denial letters and other correspondence
• Handling all communication with the Insured and/or their lawyers
• Determining and acting upon the appropriate resolution to claim inquiries
• Liaising with our Underwriting Department on title/survey matters, policy questions and customer concerns
• Providing high quality service to clients
• Other duties as assigned or required

Qualifications

• Lawyer in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
• L.L.B. or J.D. degree.
• Minimum of two to five years’ experience practicing law in private practice, in‑house, or within a law firm, transactional environment, or regulatory body.
• Strong knowledge of residential and commercial real estate transactions.
• Demonstrated experience in transactional real estate.
• Litigation experience considered an asset.
• Proven ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment within established parameters.
• Skilled at managing multiple priorities and meeting concurrent deadlines.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with a strong customer‑service orientation.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving abilities.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Collaborative team player with the ability to build effective working relationships.
• Proficient computer skills, including strong knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

Salary Range – 90,000 to 100,000 annually

Please note that salaries are dependent on various matrix including experience, education, skills etc

• We currently use AI in our recruitment process.
• This is a replacement position.

Stewart Title is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. If you require accommodation during any aspect of the application process, please let us know. We can be reached by:

• Email (

  INTLresumes@stewart.com

  )

• Telephone: 416.307.3300 (please ask to speak to a Human Resources representative)

• Mail: 200 Bay Street, North Tower, Suite 2600, Toronto, ON M5J 2J2

• Fax: 416.981.7214

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