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Vp Tech information

What is a vp tech?

A VP Tech, or Vice President of Technology, is a senior executive responsible for overseeing a company's technology strategy, development, and implementation. They lead technical teams, collaborate with other departments, and ensure that technology initiatives align with overall business goals. VP Techs are often involved in decision-making regarding software, hardware, security, and innovation. Their role is crucial for companies that rely heavily on technology to drive growth and efficiency.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a VP of Technology?

To thrive as a VP of Technology, you need deep expertise in software engineering, IT infrastructure, and technology strategy, typically backed by a relevant degree and extensive leadership experience. Familiarity with cloud platforms (like AWS or Azure), enterprise architecture frameworks, and project management certifications (such as PMP or Agile) is highly valuable. Outstanding communication, strategic vision, and team leadership skills help drive innovation and collaboration across technical and business teams. These abilities are crucial for aligning technology initiatives with organizational goals and leading digital transformation effectively.

How does a VP of Technology typically collaborate with other departments to drive company objectives?

A VP of Technology works closely with leaders from product, marketing, operations, and executive teams to align technical initiatives with broader business goals. They often participate in cross-functional meetings, provide technical insights during strategic planning, and ensure that technology resources are allocated efficiently to support key projects. Effective collaboration involves translating complex technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders and fostering a culture of open communication between teams. This role is pivotal in bridging the gap between technology and business to drive innovation and company growth.

What is the difference between Vp Tech vs Software Development Manager?

AspectVp TechSoftware Development Manager
Required CredentialsBachelor's or higher in Computer Science, Engineering; often MBA or leadership certificationsBachelor's or higher in Computer Science, Engineering; management experience
Work EnvironmentExecutive leadership, strategic planning, cross-department collaborationTeam management, project oversight, technical guidance
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, startups, large enterprisesSoftware firms, tech departments, IT divisions
Common Search & ComparisonVP Tech vs Software Development Manager

The Vp Tech typically holds a higher strategic and executive role, focusing on overall technology vision and leadership, while a Software Development Manager manages day-to-day project execution and team management. Both roles require technical expertise, but the Vp Tech emphasizes strategic oversight and cross-functional collaboration.

What are the most commonly searched types of Tech jobs in Quebec? The most popular types of Tech jobs in Quebec are:
What cities in Quebec are hiring for Vp Tech jobs? Cities in Quebec with the most Vp Tech job openings:
Infographic showing various Vp Tech job openings in Quebec as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 13% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution.

VP, Legal & General Counsel

Wawanesa Insurance

Quebec, QC • Hybrid

Full-time, Part-time

Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago


Job description

Job ID: 10234 


Employment Type:
Existing Role 

Work Environment: This role can be performed from the following locations:  Calgary, AB; Edmonton, AB; Toronto (North York), ON; Montreal, QC; Winnipeg, MB. 

Candidates located in Winnipeg, MB are required to be physically onsite 5 days/week whereas alternate locations are required to be physically onside at least 3 days / week.

Working Business Language: English. This role is considered a head-office role and will be required to communicate with internal and external stakeholders across Canada where the primary business language for this role is English.As such, the successful candidate must be fully proficient in English.   
 

Salary: At Wawanesa, salary is only one component of a holistic, comprehensive and competitive offering that we provide to our employees. In addition to salary, full-time and part-time permanent employees are eligible for an annual bonus plan, leave of absence top-up programs and provided with generous vacation time, personal days, premium free benefits and pension plan. 
 

The salary offered for this role is determined with consideration to various factors, including but not limited to: your work location, local labour market conditions, external market salary data, internal pay equity and the knowledge, skills, experience and anticipated proficiency in the role. 

About The Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Company
Founded in 1896, The Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Company is one of Canada's largest mutual insurers, 100% owned by its members, with more than $4.1 billion in annual revenue and $12.5 billion in assets. Headquartered in Winnipeg, Wawanesa is the parent company of Wawanesa Life, which provides life insurance solutions throughout Canada, and Western Financial Group, a leading national distributor of personal and business insurance. In March of 2026, Wawanesa entered into an agreement to acquire Everest Insurance Company of Canada to strengthen its commercial insurance capabilities and advance its long-term growth strategy.


Wawanesa proudly serves more than 1.8 million members and we are home to more than 3,000 employees across Canada. The company actively gives back to organizations that strengthen communities, donating more than $4 million annually to charitable organizations, including more than $2 million each year in support of people on the front lines of climate change. Learn more at wawanesa.com.

We are currently looking for dedicated, driven, and enthusiastic individuals who thrive in an environment that welcomes change and are looking for an opportunity for diverse experience and advancement on a growing team.

Job Overview

The Vice President, Legal & General Counsel is the enterprise functional leader for Wawanesa's Legal teams. Reporting to the SVP, Chief Legal & Strategy Officer, the role is accountable for the effective operation, coordination, capability, delivery and continuous improvement of legal services across Wawanesa.
The role ensures Wawanesa's Legal function delivers practical, timely, consistent, business-savvy and risk-informed advice across the enterprise. The role operates within the enterprise legal strategy, governance expectations and escalation protocols established by the SVP, Chief Legal & Strategy Officer, and supports that office on material enterprise, governance, strategic transaction, regulatory, reputational and Board-related matters as requested.

Job Responsibilities

Enterprise Legal Function Leadership

  • Lead Wawanesa's Legal function, including legal service delivery, legal operations, talent, practice management, external counsel management and functional effectiveness.
  • Implement enterprise legal strategy through functional plans, operating routines, practice standards, work allocation and performance expectations.
  • Build and maintain an engaged, capable and collaborative Legal team that delivers practical, commercially aware and risk-informed advice aligned with Wawanesa's values and enterprise priorities.

Legal Service Delivery and Operations

  • Design and oversee Legal operating routines, including matter intake, triage, prioritization, assignment, escalation, reporting and closure practices.
  • Establish service standards, performance measures, knowledge management practices and continuous improvement initiatives that support timely, consistent and high-quality legal support.
  • Maintain visibility over significant legal matters, demand drivers, capacity pressures and emerging legal risks.

Legal Advice, Matter Management and Escalation

  • Provide senior legal advice and oversight on assigned corporate, commercial, insurance, regulatory, governance, employment, litigation, privacy, technology and transaction matters.
  • Oversee legal support for material disputes, investigations, regulatory matters, commercial arrangements and enterprise initiatives.
  • Ensure material legal, regulatory, governance, strategic, financial, operational and reputational matters are identified, managed and escalated appropriately, while helping business leaders understand legal considerations, options, trade-offs and implementation implications.

External Counsel and Resource Management

  • Oversee external counsel selection, engagement, performance, budgeting, billing discipline and value management.
  • Establish expectations for the use of external counsel, matter scoping, advice integration and knowledge transfer, and monitor legal spend and resource effectiveness.
Qualifications
  • LLB, JD or equivalent law degree and membership in good standing with a Canadian law society or other applicable law society.
  • A minimum of 12 years of professional legal experience, including significant experience in a complex corporate, insurance, financial services or regulated environment.
  • Demonstrated experience leading legal teams, legal operations, matter management, functional planning, external counsel management and legal service delivery at scale.
  • Strong knowledge across multiple legal disciplines relevant to Wawanesa, such as corporate/commercial, insurance, regulatory, privacy, employment, litigation, intellectual property, technology, governance, transactions and risk-related legal matters.
  • Experience advising senior leaders and translating legal analysis into practical business-oriented guidance.
  • Experience developing legal talent, strengthening team capability and building effective professional standards and operating routines.
  • Business, governance, risk management, compliance, insurance or leadership education, such as an MBA, LLM, ICD.D or equivalent senior business experience, is an asset.


Diversity Equity, Inclusion& Belonging
At Wawanesa, we are committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) and believe that our strength lies in the diversity of our people - this is supported by having a representative workforce.

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including racialized persons, women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, gender-diverse and neurodiverse individuals, and anyone who can contribute to the further diversification of thought and ideas. 
 

We aim to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all candidates. If you require accommodations during any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out in confidence to jobs@wawanesa.com.
 

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Please note that the recruitment process for this position may involve the use of AI tools to screen, assess, or select applicants. All final decisions are taken or reviewed by human recruiters and human hiring leaders in compliance with all applicable legislation.