Company Information

One of Canada's longstanding and most respected debt solution providers. We help people and businesses get out of debt and start rebuilding their lives and businesses again. Established in 1979, Farber has over 200 employees in over 94 offices across Eastern and Western Canada, having helped over 100,000 Canadians get out of debt and solve their tax disputes.

And now we’re embarking on our next stage of significant growth. To do that, we need experienced, energized, and agile team members to play critical roles in helping us reach our ambitious goals so we can better serve Canadians in need.

Position Summary

We are looking for a Licensed Insolvency Trustee to join our Centralized Team. In this role, you, as a Licensed Insolvency Trustee, will be primarily based at your residence or at a Farber office while supporting the satellite offices in the surrounding area. Your primary responsibility is to perform remote-based video and phone assessments for Debt Solution Managers (DSM’s) nationwide as well as review and approval/signature of Statements of Receipts and Disbursements. When required you will be required to perform in-person assessments of debtors at assigned non-resident offices.

Responsibilities

Your assessments will include a review of the quality of file compiled in our CRM system to allow for an efficient review of same by the Resolution Team. Your attendance in these meetings is to provide and ensure exceptional client service while maintaining the Firm’s high professional and legal standards.

Your additional responsibilities and deliverables are listed below:

• When required perform initial meetings and sign-up meetings
• Other client facing contact points to maximize client experience
• Chair certain meetings of creditors and negotiating with creditors as applicable
• Support the team in technical client challenge
• Accept new estate filings under your LIT license number as required
• Attend at the regional Court as needed
• Other management duties as assigned which would be dependent on experience and management skill
• File administration duties may also be assigned
• Develop a franchise of new referral sources including other professionals

Qualifications

• 3 years minimum of experience in an insolvency practice required (not necessarily post-licensing experience)
• Previous work experience in corporate insolvency and working on restructuring files is an asset
• Completion of a bachelor’s degree with a relevant field of study
• A Self-starter with a strong work ethic to effectively set and meet annual filing targets
• Strong multi-tasking skills and able to manage competing priorities to ensure deadlines are met and client satisfaction is maximized
• Interpersonal skills that facilitate positive outcomes for business promotional efforts
• Strong and concise verbal and written communication skills
• Detail-oriented and logical; able to navigate through issues and provide effective solutions to problems
• Strong financial analytical skills, including experience with Microsoft Excel
• Knowledge of insolvency industry software programs would an asset
• Other professional designation(s) is (are) an asset

Additional Requirements

• Valid Ontario driver license and a reliable, licensed and insured vehicle
• Willing to travel to all satellite offices and service locations on occasion to cover other LITs as well as attending team and management meetings at the North York Head Office
• Willing to accommodate clients for evening or weekend appointments as necessary to maximize opportunities

Compensation, Benefits, and Perks

To ensure we attract and retain top talent, we offer competitive compensation and benefits which we continually review and update to meet the evolving needs of our people.

As a part of our team, you will receive:

• flexible work arrangements
• vacation and wellness days
• extended health and dental coverage as well as a virtual doctor plan
• Employee Assistance Program and mental health resources
• company matching retirement savings plan
• financial support for professional development
• annual company events
• exclusive access to perks and discounts

Our Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity

At Farber, we’re in the business of helping people—and this ethos extends not only to our clients, but to our employees, partners, and the communities in which we work. Our commitment is to take action and to deliver an inclusive, diverse, and equitable experience for everyone. Our commitment also shapes our corporate culture and hiring practices.

Farber encourages applications from all qualified candidates who represent the diversity of Canada.

• if you require any accommodations throughout the recruitment process—including alternate interview formats, accessible materials, or any other accommodations—we encourage you to contact us at [email protected].

We thank all candidates for submitting their resume, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.