<p>Our company is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Procurement Contract Specialist to join our Vancouver team. This position is pivotal in managing contract negotiations, ensuring compliance, and driving continuous improvement within procurement processes. You will partner with stakeholders to optimize supplier agreements and mitigate risks, contributing to organizational success.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Draft, review, and negotiate procurement contracts, including service agreements, vendor contracts, and terms of purchase.</li><li>Ensure all contracts adhere to legal, regulatory, and company standards.</li><li>Collaborate with internal departments (legal, finance, operations) to align procurement strategies with business goals.</li><li>Maintain and monitor contract databases; track deliverables, renewals, and expirations.</li><li>Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements within supplier relationships.</li><li>Resolve contract disputes and manage claims efficiently.</li><li>Assist with vendor selection, evaluation, and onboarding processes.</li><li>Stay updated on market trends, legal developments, and best practices in procurement contract management.</li></ul>
<p><strong>Client Operations Specialist</strong></p><p><strong>Toronto, ON | Hybrid (4x a week in office)</strong></p><p><strong>Base salary: $70,000-$80,000</strong></p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>Our client, a growing and well-established investment management firm, is seeking a <strong>Client Operations Specialist</strong> to join their team. This role plays a critical part in supporting the full client lifecycle, ensuring seamless execution of account activity, operational accuracy, and regulatory compliance.</p><p>You will act as a key liaison across Client Relations, Portfolio Management, custodians, and internal teams, helping to deliver a high-touch client experience while maintaining strong operational controls.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage day-to-day client account operations including deposits, withdrawals, transfers, and account updates</li><li>Coordinate incoming/outgoing asset transfers, account closures, and client offboarding processes</li><li>Administer fee structures, including setup, adjustments, and account closing fees</li><li>Set up and maintain recurring payment schedules (e.g., RRIF/LIF distributions)</li><li>Monitor account liquidity and partner with trading teams to support cash requirements</li><li>Maintain accurate client records and distribution lists to support reporting and communications</li><li>Assist in the preparation and delivery of client reporting, including statements and tax documentation</li><li>Support onboarding, KYC/AML updates, and ongoing regulatory documentation requirements</li><li>Liaise with custodians and internal stakeholders to resolve operational inquiries and ensure timely execution</li><li>Identify opportunities to enhance processes, controls, and overall operational efficiency</li></ul>
<p>We're recruiting for a Freelance Accessibility Specialist to conduct a comprehensive ADA/AODA compliance audit for two existing websites. The goal is to evaluate current accessibility standards, identify compliance gaps, and provide clear recommendations for improvement.</p><p><br></p><p>Project Scope</p><ul><li>Perform a full accessibility audit of two live websites</li><li>Evaluate compliance against ADA and AODA standards (WCAG 2.1 AA minimum preferred)</li><li>Identify accessibility barriers affecting users with disabilities</li><li>Provide a detailed written report outlining:</li><li>Areas of non-compliance</li><li>Severity level of issues</li><li>Recommended remediation steps</li><li>Prioritized action plan</li><li>Share the checklist or methodology used to conduct the audit</li></ul><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Use both automated tools and manual testing methods</li><li>Review site structure, navigation, forms, media, and interactive elements</li><li>Assess keyboard navigation, screen reader compatibility, color contrast, and semantic structure</li><li>Deliver findings in a clear, organized, and actionable format</li><li>Be available to clarify findings and answer follow-up questions</li></ul><p><br></p>
