Job Description

Permanent Full Time

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Reporting to the Team Leader, The Administrative Assistant role is responsible for administrative and supportive duties for the Disability Administration department and working closely with the Litigation Team.  The Disability Admin team provides critical support to the Health and Disability Litigation team providing litigation reporting, litigation settlement cheques, preparing new action files, etc.

What you will do:

• Issuing Litigation Settlement and Reinstatement Funds

• Preparing and sending Litigation cheques

• Bankruptcy and Fraud recovery

• Preparing monthly Litigation Reports

• New Action file assignment and completion

• Provide and participate in cross training. Act as back-up when needed

• Other admin tasks as required

What you will bring: 

• Post-Secondary education level or equivalent

• Minimum 2 to 3 years’ experience in an administrative role

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal to varying audiences, including proofreading with keen attention to detail

• Strong attention to detail

• Knowledge of legal and court documents and procedures across Canada, preferred

• Team player with well-developed organizational and time management skills

• Motivated self-starter with ability to work independently and productively as part of a team while managing competing priorities to deliver business results

• Strong technical skills in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Pro, matter management and document management software (M-Files, Relativity)

• Excellent interpersonal and client services skills; professional and positive demeanour

• Experience working with highly sensitive and confidential information as part of daily duties

• Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and meet deadlines

• Able to work in-office 3 days per week

• Well-versed and easily adaptable to new computer software such as in-house data management systems and MS Office

• Reliability Status Security Clearance – this can only be completed with candidates who receive an offer of employment. This is a personal security status that is required as a condition of employment before an employee can gain access to Protected B information, assets or work sites as outlined by the Government of Canada  website.  The cost of submitting these checks will be covered by Canada Life.

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The base salary for this position is between $34,900 - $47,200 annually. This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation ( i.e. annual bonus, commission etc). If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, your recruiter will be able to discuss additional details of our total rewards program with you.

Career opportunities will be open a minimum of 5 business days from the date of posting, closing dates will vary depending on the search activity. All applications received will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Grow with Canada Life

We’re united by a shared purpose: to improve the financial, physical and mental well-being of Canadians. Our company is trusted by 1 in 3 Canadians and contributes to the strength of communities across the country.

We’re looking for people who live our values everyday: we step up, we do the right thing, and we deliver – for our customers, communities and each other. Are you someone who always strives to do the right thing, who steps up for themselves and others, and who delivers with impact? Then we want to hear from you!

What we offer

We’re committed to supporting our employees through every stage of their career. Here’s what you can expect as a full-time or part-time permanent team member:

• Career Development Opportunities for career advancement, access to industry-leading learning programs and up to $2,000 annually towards education reimbursement.

• Health & Wellness: Flexible health and dental benefits, plus a $5,000 mental health benefit to support your well-being.

• Time Off: In addition to regular vacation and personal days, we support community involvement with a volunteer day. 

• Financial Security: Company-matching pension plan, share ownership program and additional investment options.

• Rewards and Recognition: Employee recognition programs, service milestone celebrations, employee discounts and more!
• Emphasis on Community We provide a workplace where employees feel connected and supported through Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), mentorship programs, social clubs and events.

Learn more about Canada Life

We’re committed to removing barriers and ensuring equal access to employment. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation during the application process may contact talentacquisitioncanada@canadalife.com All information provided will be handled in accordance with applicable laws and Canada Life policies.

Canada Life would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted

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