What you will do

The Office of Parliamentary Counsel is a branch of the Legislative Assembly Office (“LAO”) tasked with providing comprehensive and impartial legal advice to the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly and other Presiding Officers as well as Members and Committees of the Legislative Assembly. As part of this work Parliamentary Counsel is responsible for drafting Private Members’ Public Bills, Private Bills and amendments to legislation and motions to be considered by the Legislative Assembly.

Parliamentary Counsel also acts as LAO corporate counsel, which includes providing legal advice on various contracts, leases and employment matters to LAO branches.

Who you are 

The Office of Parliamentary Counsel consists of the Law Clerk, parliamentary and legal counsel as well as paralegals. The paralegals play a critical role in problem solving, independent thinking and supporting the delivery of effective and efficient legal and legislative services in a professional manner. Paralegals work with a high degree of independence and personal accountability to support the Parliamentary Counsel team within a dynamic and highly confidential work environment.

The Office of Parliamentary Counsel functions in accordance with the Legislative Assembly Act, the Standing Orders of the Legislative Assembly, the LAO’s policies and protocols and applicable public service policies.

What you bring

Minimum of four years of progressive experience in a legal environment and completion of a two-year diploma in related field. The successful candidate must have education or advanced experience in a law firm or legal environment.

You possess theoretical knowledge of legal concepts and terminology as well as a background in conducting legal research. The successful candidate should have a basic understanding of the different branches of government and the Westminster parliamentary system, with previous experience working within a parliamentary environment preferred.

Why choose the LAO

We are offering a salaried, full-time position in a skilled, diverse and united workforce, where employees feel engaged, supported, safe, respected and valued. The salary range for this position is $6,121.41 to $7,584.55 monthly, dependent on qualifications. We support your career development throughout your time with us at the LAO.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes health and dental options you can choose based on your needs and alter annually at Choice Point time and an annual health spending account to supplement your coverage.

We offer flexible and hybrid work arrangements for some positions and promote employee wellness and work-life balance. The LAO starts all salaried employees at 15 days of vacation per year and provides a variety of leaves for life events. All employees can access the free and confidential employee and family assistance program. We organize wellness initiatives and engage with employees on physical, mental, financial and organizational health matters.

Position Classification

Legal Administration 5 (018LA)