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HDI Global SE Canada Branch is seeking to hire an experienced legal counsel and
compliance professional to join our Branch’s Legal and Compliance Department in the
role of Head of Legal and Compliance. Reporting to the Managing Director of the
Branch the individual would be responsible for various Legal and Compliance matters
as described in further detail below
HDI Global SE delivers a comprehensive service-based offering to the commercial and specialty insurance
markets. We have a strategy to create sustainable growth and build a robust company that operates
worldwide. Our highly competent team have a focused profile and are committed to delivering market-
leading insurance solutions.
We are part of the Talanx Group, one of the major European insurance groups, having a gross written
premium of EUR 43.2 billion (2023), and more than 120 years of experience in industrial insurance. HDI
Global SE operates in more than 175 countries across the globe with over 4,500 employees worldwide.
Financial strength ratings: AM Best A+ (Stable), Standard & Poors A+ (Outlook Stable).
Advise on insurance contract and insurance distribution law
Draft, review and negotiate contractual documents and agreements including insurance outsourcing
agreements (MGA and TPA agreements), broker agreements, service level agreements and non-
disclosure agreements
Review and draft insurance terms & conditions
Provide legal assistance for new products and product documentation
Assist in license applications, as well as liaising with regulatory authorities as required
Provide legal support to branch management and operational units including Underwriting,
Claims, Finance and Data Management & Marketing
Coordinate corporate legal matters with the Legal Team at Home Office
Liaise and collaborate with the Legal Teams at Home Office and other HDI Global branches
Manage and work with other Legal Counsel at the Branch
Manage our local compliance tasks with the other Legal Counsel and Compliance Manager,
including matters relating to:
Single Risk and Delegated Authority underwriting
Insurance distribution
Intermediaries, agencies and business partners
Insurance contract law
New products
Non-admitted / sanctions queries
Sanctions
Bribery / conflicts of interest
Complaints and other market conduct activities/reports
Privacy related matters
Monitor relevant legislation and case law in Canada; assist in developing compliance plans for
new/changing legislation
Implementation of OSFI regulatory compliance management requirements in accordance with
Guideline E13
Implementation of Home Office processes and guidelines at the local level
Ongoing preventative compliance work including training and awareness
Draft compliance reports for Home Office including risk analysis, regulatory monitoring, breach
reporting, and updates on compliance activities
Compliance monitoring including spot audits of various compliance matters such as sanctions
screening and policy documentation
Monitoring of Delegated Authority Managing General Agents (“MGAs”) and Third-Party
Administrators (“TPAs”) for compliance with our Canadian Branch’s requirements
Assist in implementing Quebec Bill 96 and French Language requirements at our Canadian Branch
Correspond with OSFI and other territorial and provincial regulators including reporting, ad hoc
requests, license renewals, etc.
Manage Canadian Branch’s complaints
Oversee and manage privacy matters for HSCB in coordination with the Talanx Data Protection
Team
Liaise and collaborate with the global Compliance Team at Home Office and other HDI branches
Report to the Managing Director of our Canadian Branch
Education
University degree in law (JD / LLB), and licensed to practice in Ontario
Compliance and Risk Management certifications are considered an asset
French fluency considered an asset
Experience
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a legal, corporate or financial environment
Knowledge of insurance contract law and insurance distribution law considered an asset
Experience working with Canadian regulatory authorities
Experience implementing a regulatory compliance framework within an institution
Experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts
Knowledge of Canadian, German, UK and/or other European legal systems considered an asset
Experience in international primary insurance is an asset
Prior experience in Risk Management for an insurance company considered an asset
Performance and Skills Requirements
High degree of integrity
Strong understanding of the law, legal methodology and legal principles
Willingness to familiarise oneself with new topics and legal challenges
Strong communication, interpersonal, presentation and negotiation skills
Ability to work in a structured and independent manner
High attention to details and excellent analytical skills
Willingness to collaborate with an international team
If you are team-oriented, dynamic, and ready to take on challenges, please contact us. We would love to hear from you!
Thank you to all candidates for your interest. Regretfully only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
Title: Associate Attorney
Company: Downtown Legal
Location: Norman, OK
