Job Description

Competition # : 47127
Department: NS Securities Commission
Location: HALIFAX
Type of Employment: Term Relief
Union Status: Legal - NSPG
Closing Date: 22-Oct-25 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
About Us
The Nova Scotia Securities Commission protects investors from activities that tend to undermine investor confidence in the fairness and efficiency of the capital markets and, to the extent not inconsistent with an adequate level of investor protection, to foster the process of capital formation.
About Our Opportunity
This is an ideal opportunity to broaden your legal expertise by gaining administrative law experience in-house with the securities regulator. During the term of employment, you will be a key member of the Enforcement Branch of the Nova Scotia Securities Commission (the Commission), reporting to the Director of Enforcement (the Director).
Primary Accountabilities
The Litigation Lawyer is responsible for providing effective and efficient legal counsel to the Commission, the Director, investigators and other staff of the Enforcement Branch, both as advisor and advocate, through leading and conducting administrative prosecutions of violations of Nova Scotia securities laws or conduct that is contrary to the public interest.
You will assist and advise on the planning and conduct of investigations; provide advice and make recommendations regarding the appropriate conduct of proceedings; review evidence in preparation for disclosure and presentation; prepare and advise on legal documents and opinions, rules of practice and procedures, witnesses, evidence, disclosure, media responses; and advocate on behalf of the Director during enforcement proceedings.
You will apply extensive and specialized legal knowledge and skills to analyze and resolve complex, sensitive and multidimensional problems autonomously or as part of a team. You may also represent the Commission on various national committees of the Canadian Securities Administrators.
Qualifications and Experience
You have a law degree and have been admitted to the Nova Scotia Barristers' Society or are eligible for admission, with a minimum of 3 years' experience practicing litigation or administrative law. Knowledge of securities law and/or experience with securities law is an asset. An equivalent combination of experience and training may be considered.
The position requires an aptitude to deal with complex issues, strong analytical skills, tact and diplomacy, capacity for decisive action, and the ability to influence.
You possess exceptional communication (written and oral) and relationship building skills, with an ability to build a long-term ongoing network of relationships.
You must comply with the NSSC's Conflict of Interest Rules.
Equivalency
Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.
Benefits
Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a , Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here: .
Additional Information
This is a TERM employment opportunity with anticipated end date of September 30, 2026.
What We Offer

• Career development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career
• Engaging workplace: our employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in, we have forward-thinking policies and strategies
• Countless career paths
• Department specific flexible working schedules

Pay Grade: MCL 01
Salary Range: $3,464.61 - $6,392.15 Bi-Weekly
Employment Equity Statement:
Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.
Accommodation Statement:
We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Candidates may request accommodations based on any grounds protected by the Human Rights Act. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please contact us at competitions@novascotia.ca.
Current government employees may access this posting through the link below:
PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.
Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concerns may be directed to Competitions@novascotia.ca.

Skills Required