Department Information

The mandate of the Department of Justice is to administer justice, including policing, community justice, victims services and corrections in the Northwest Territories. This mandate will be carried out in a manner which respects community and indigenous values and encourages communities to assume increasing responsibilities.

Job Information

The Paralegal Team Lead, Corporate Registries, reports to the Manager, Corporate Registries & Securities in Yellowknife and supervises 2 Paralegals, and 1 Paralegal Assistant. In this role you are responsible for overseeing daily operations within the Corporate Registry. The position carries a statutory appointment as Deputy Registrar under applicable legislation.

You will serve as a representative of the Registrar and must maintain the confidence and integrity of the office. This role requires advanced expertise in corporate and commercial legal matters, combined with the ability to mentor staff, ensure statutory compliance, and manage complex legal submissions.

You will be frequently required to act independently in the absence of legal supervision, exercising judgment and decision-making authority typically associated with experienced Legal Counsel. Due to the significant financial and commercial implications of registry activities, work is carried out within established precedents and under the direction of the Registrar.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the daily operations of the Corporate Registry.
• Review, assess, and approve complex submissions to ensure compliance with statutory and common law requirements.
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and supervision to Paralegal staff.
• Act as the senior decision-maker when no supervising lawyer is present, making independent registration determinations.
• Administer and enforce statutory and registry requirements on behalf of the Registrar.
• Exercise delegated authority as assigned by the Registrar.
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of legal documentation and filings.
• Verify payments, reconcile financial records, and maintain operational performance metrics.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Comprehensive knowledge of corporate and commercial legal frameworks relevant to registry operations.
• Proficiency with electronic registration and search systems.
• Ability to interpret and apply legislation, policy, and procedural standards.
• Strong analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail in reviewing legal documents.
• Financial aptitude for payment reconciliation and maintaining statistical records.

Key Qualifications:

• A paralegal diploma and 3 years of experience including 1 year in a supervisory role.

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:

Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445
jobsyk@gov.nt.ca

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.