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 Reporting to the Director of Legal Registries in Yellowknife, the Legislative Advisor and Securities Manager is responsible for a wide variety of regulatory instruments, rules and orders. All policy development related to Legal Registries is undertaken within the Division because of the complex and highly specialized legal nature, often done with other jurisdictions.

It is key that legislation is kept current with national initiatives and reforms. The Legislative advisor is called upon to provide advice and coordinate projects that relate to legislation and works closely with Legislative Division.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of the Securities Act, Regulations and extensive body of national rules;

Ability to distinguish between and appropriately supervise the handling of confidential information and information available to the public;

Ability to communicate effectively and tactfully, both orally and in writing, with the general public, other Canadian securities regulators, self-regulatory organizations and the legal profession.

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by :

A relevant university degree, plus 3 years' experience in a policy, legislative or program setting.

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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 [email protected]

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

Indigenous Employment Policy Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.

Criminal Records Check Candidates must provide a satisfactory criminal record check.Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.

Diversity and Inclusion The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.

Equivalencies Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Job Opening Information Job Opening ID # 28336

Closing Date: October 1, 2026 - 23:59, MountainTime

Salary Information The salary for this position starts at $56.99 per hour (approximately $111,131 per annum) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.

📌 Legislative Advisor and Securities Manager (Winnipeg)
🏢 Government of Northwest Territories
📍 Winnipeg