Liberty Mutual Canada

Liberty Mutual Canada

Regional Vice President, Global Surety Claims - Canada

Toronto, Ontario, Canada · Exec · Contract

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 36 days ago
NegotiationLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationPublic SpeakingUnderwritingClaims Management

About the role

  • We are seeking a seasoned claims leader who thrives in complexity and brings strong legal and financial acumen to high-impact surety matters.
  • As Regional Vice President, Global Surety Claims - Canada, you will operate at the intersection of claims, legal strategy, corporate strategy, and underwriting, playing a pivotal role in guiding high-stakes decision-making and safeguarding the business.
  • This is a highly visible, enterprise-level leadership position responsible for driving the continued growth and managing the complexity of Canadian Surety portfolio.

Responsibilities

  • Lead Complex Surety Claims Own and oversee a portfolio of high-severity contract and commercial surety claims, typically $10M+ CAD exposure.
  • Drive end-to-end claims' strategy - from initial assessment through resolution, balancing client outcomes with financial performance and organizational risk.
  • Lead critical decision-making on defaults, directing mitigation, resolution, and recovery strategies with a focus on long-term business impact.
  • Drive enterprise-level influence through strong executive presence, credibility, and cross-functional engagement.
  • Lead a High-Performing Claims Team Provide strategic leadership to a multidisciplinary claims team spanning legal, technical, and operational functions.
  • Build, develop, and mentor top talent while fostering a high-performance, accountable culture aligned with organizational values.
  • Set regional objectives, manage budgets, and drive continuous improvement across the claims function.
  • Deliver strong financial outcomes through disciplined oversight of loss ratios, expenses, and regional performance metrics.
  • Direct Litigation & External Partnerships Lead litigation strategy and direct the engagement of external counsel, consultants, and technical experts to ensure optimal outcomes.
  • Cultivate and manage critical external partnerships in close collaboration with senior leadership, reinforcing Global Surety's market presence and reputation.

Requirements

  • Skills & Qualification: Law degree (LL.B. or J.D.) with membership in good standing with a Canadian provincial law society.

Skills

  • Law degree (LL.B. or J.D.) with membership in good standing with a Canadian provincial law society.
  • Deep expertise in construction law, contract law, surety practices, claims operations, and regulatory frameworks within the Canadian market.
  • Advanced knowledge of claims handling practices, including coverage analysis, liability assessment, and risk evaluation.
  • Broad understanding of insurance law and regulatory considerations across multiple jurisdictions.
  • Demonstrated success leading litigation strategy and directing external legal counsel, consultants, and advisors.
  • Executive presence with exceptional communication skills and credibility across internal and external audiences.
  • Strong commercial mindset with the ability to balance legal risk, client outcomes, and broader business objectives.
  • Business-level bilingual proficiency in French is considered a strong asset.
  • Willingness and ability to travel as required (approximately 25%).

Benefits

  • A premier flexible work environment (hybrid) supporting our employees in their pursuit of a healthy work-life balance.

Company info

  • Senior Claims Officer, Liberty Mutual Surety - Claims Management Company Overview:
  • Liberty Mutual Canada ("LM Canada") is the Canadian operation of Liberty Mutual Insurance Company (Fortune 100).
  • We offer a broad suite of commercial insurance products and solutions to mid-size and large Canadian companies with Canadian, North American and/or multinational risks.
  • Liberty Mutual Canada has over 300 employees and services its clients coast-to-coast from our regional offices in Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Toronto, Montreal, and Halifax.
  • Global Surety, a business unit of Liberty Mutual Insurance, is the #1 Surety in the United States and the largest surety globally.
  • Operating in 60+ countries through fronting relationships and Liberty-owned subsidiaries, Global Surety serves construction firms, manufacturers, suppliers, and commercial enterprises of all sizes - bonding 35 of the ENR Top 100 contractors and backed by a $3.1 billion Treasury listing.
  • Joining Global Surety means becoming part of a world-class team at the forefront of the surety industry, with the backing of one of the most financially sound insurance organizations in the world.
  • We foster a collaborative, rewarding, and inclusive culture where diverse perspectives and backgrounds are valued and celebrated.
  • We are committed to attracting and retaining top talent across all dimensions of diversity, where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and thrive.
  • If you don't meet every listed requirement, we still encourage you to apply - diverse backgrounds and perspectives make our team stronger.
  • Our core values guide all our decision-making and come to life through our benefits and employee programs.
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