The Paralegal Assistant is responsible for receiving and processing documents submitted for registration, handling and reconciling revenues, entering submissions into electronic systems, conducting registry searches, and maintaining accurate and orderly records.

The role also includes sealing, scanning, and mailing documents, as well as overall record management.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of legal administration and legal assistance duties and procedures; Knowledge of and / or the ability to acquire and apply knowledge of the system of corporate/commercial/property law; Technological skills and proficiency in the use of multiple computer and web-based programs and able to adapt to current programs, processes, and tools related to this role; Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by: A high school diploma, a legal secretary certificate, and one (1) year of relevant experience GNWT Inquiries Inquiries Only: Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.

More Information 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.

Bilingual This job opening requires candidate to be fluent both orally and written in both English and French.

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 # 28338 Closing Date: October 19, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time Salary Information The salary for this position starts at $37.90 per hour (approximately $73,905 per annum) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.

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📌 Bilingual Paralegal Assistant (Yellowknife)
🏢 Government of Northwest Territories
📍 Yellowknife