Paralegal

2 months ago

Ottawa, Canada Senate of Canada Full time

HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTORATE

DIRECTION DES RESSOURCES HUMAINES

**Paralegal**

**Directorate**: Office of the Law Clerk and Parliamentary Counsel

**Classification**: SEN 7: $72,226 - $91,388

**Job Type**: Determinate Appointment (Term, 6 monts +)

**Location**: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

**Closing Date**: Sunday, October 20, 2024

**About the Senate**

The Senate plays a unique role in shaping our country’s democracy. As members of the upper house of Parliament, senators examine legislation, study public policy, champion causes and conduct interparliamentary diplomacy.

As a workplace, the Senate is composed of dynamic people representing our nation’s diverse talents, backgrounds and perspectives. We are committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is provided full and equal opportunity and access to employment, development and advancement. Build and advance your career by joining a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to excellence in support of senators and the institution.

**How will you contribute?**

As a Paralegal, you will help the legal team by performing a variety of tasks including researching and analyzing legal issues, preparing summaries and recommendations, drafting documents, maintaining and organizing files, responding to inquiries and other general administrative duties.

If you are a dynamic, self-motivated, highly organized and driven paralegal that excels in a fast-paced environment then we want to hear from you

**Open to**

The general public to staff one (1) determinate position for a period of twelve (12) months in the Office of the Law Clerk and Parliamentary Counsel.

This selection process may be used to staff determinate or indeterminate positions at the same level with similar requirements.

We encourage individuals from underrepresented and minority groups to apply.

**Prerequisites**
- A post-secondary diploma or certificate in paralegal studies from a recognized academic institution;
- Experience conducting legal research and preparing documents such as legal memos, policies, reports, correspondence and briefing notes;
- Experience assisting legal counsel with the preparation of materials to be used in legal files, including litigation cases, monitoring the progress of legal proceedings and filing the appropriate information in databases and filing systems;
- Experience providing exemplary service to clients and other team members rendering them more efficient in their work;
- Excellent written and oral communication abilities in both official languages;
- Knowledge of legal sources in print, electronic databases and on the Internet to conduct legal research and the ability to provide timely and relevant information to legal counsel;
- Strong organization and administrative skills needed to maintain various files and registries;
- A valid paralegal license in one of the provinces or territories of Canada would be an asset;
- Knowledge of the Senate, the Canadian parliamentary system and parliamentary law would be an asset.

**Linguistic Requirements**

English Reading Comprehension**:C**

English Written Expression**:C**

English Oral Interaction**:C**

French Reading Comprehension**:C**

French Written Expression**:C**

French Oral Interaction**:C**

**Competencies**

Integrity
Respect
Service
Communication
Adaptability
Judgment
Teamwork and cooperation

**Organizational Needs**

The Senate of Canada is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive workplace where all employees are provided full and equal access to employment, development and advancement opportunities.

**Conditions of Employment

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