Overview
As we move through a period of exciting transformation and organizational change, Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) has an immediate opening for a Paralegal to join the Regulatory Operations Legal team.
Under the authority of the Professional Engineers Act, PEO licenses and governs over 91,500 licence and certificate holders and regulates the practice of professional engineering in Ontario. PEO’s mission is to regulate and advance the practice of engineering to protect the public interest. With a talented, multidisciplinary staff of over 100, PEO’s vision is to be a trusted leader in professional self-regulation.
Position Summary
The Paralegal plays a crucial role in supporting the legal and regulatory compliance departments, focusing on Discipline, Registration, and Unlicensed Practice matters. This position involves assisting in the preparation of legal documents, maintaining accurate legal records, and ensuring all processes comply with relevant regulations. This role requires collaboration with in-house counsel and various teams to manage legal operations efficiently.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and draft legal correspondence, disclosure books, witness briefs, and Registrar’s certificates.
- Assist in matters before PEO’s Registration Committee including:
- Prepare Notices of Proposal to refuse to issue a license
- Carry out legal research and draft factums, written submissions and other pleadings as required
- Monitor changing laws, court decisions, legislation, and regulations, and ensure compliance
- Prepare a wide variety of legal documents, court reports, affidavits, and associated correspondence
- Assist lawyers by interviewing clients, witnesses, and other related parties
- Assist in assembling documentary evidence and preparing briefs
- Research legal precedents, records, evidence, court files, and other legal documents
- Use effective interpersonal skills to communicate complex and sensitive information
Specialized Skills and Knowledge
Skills and Qualifications Include:
- Degree or diploma in a related field
- 3 - 5 years of related experience
- Member in good standing of the Law Society of Ontario
- Ability to prioritize and manage conflicting demands
- Ability to read, interpret, and apply legal documentation, laws, or legislation
- Demonstrated expertise in legal research techniques, using both print and electronic resources, with a highly refined ability to draft factums, submissions and other documents within tight timelines while maintaining accuracy
- Knowledge of the Professional Engineers Act and regulations, or similar regulatory statutes is an asset
- Strong sense of ethics and the ability to handle sensitive or private information with tact and discretion
- Software proficiency: CANLII, Microsoft Suites, Adobe, AI tools such as Co-Pilot
Al is part of how we work and is continuing to evolve across our organization. We use and explore Al tools where appropriate, while recognizing the importance of human expertise, judgment, and accountability.
Anticipated Salary
The estimated annual salary for this role is $85,000-$95,000.
Vacancy Status
This is a vacant role within the organization.
Hybrid Work Environment
We have embraced hybrid working, and for us this means coming to the office twice a week. However, if you wish to work in the office more often, you are welcome to.
Application Deadline
If interested in this role, please forward your resume and cover letter to peocareers@peo.on.ca by Friday, October 30, 2026.
Disclaimer: The selected candidate will be subject to a background check as part of the hiring process.
At PEO, we recognize that our people are our best asset, including employees from diverse backgrounds and perspectives. We know life isn’t linear so there may be gaps or ‘nontraditional’ employment and we welcome applications from everyone. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates in all phases of the selection process.
