<p><strong>Legal Assistant (Infrastructure)</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>This senior-level position provides sophisticated support within a specialized infrastructure practice. The role is designed for a professional who excels at high-stakes coordination—acting as a vital link between legal counsel and a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders across multiple offices.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Core Responsibilities</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>1. Advanced Document Production & Technical Editing</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Drafting & Revisions:</strong> Create, format, and meticulously edit complex agreements, reports, and memoranda.</li><li><strong>Technical Suite:</strong> Utilize advanced functions in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to produce professional legal documentation and forms.</li></ul><p><strong>2. Practice & Logistics Management</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Strategic Scheduling:</strong> Manage complex Outlook calendars, including the coordination of local and multi-office meetings.</li><li><strong>Travel & Travel Support:</strong> Oversee and coordinate intricate business travel arrangements.</li><li><strong>Information Systems:</strong> Maintain a rigorous bring-forward system, update client file lists, and manage the full lifecycle of client/matter files (opening through closing).</li></ul><p><strong>3. Financial & Operational Liaison</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Billing Coordination:</strong> Partner with the internal billing department to facilitate the monthly production and review of accounts.</li><li><strong>Communication Hub:</strong> Act as a primary liaison between legal staff and external clients at all levels; manage incoming and outgoing correspondence.</li><li><strong>Resource Delegation:</strong> Appropriately delegate tasks to specialized service departments and provide auxiliary support to the wider team as needed.</li></ul>
<p><strong>Legal Administrative Assistant – Insurance Litigation</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>We are seeking a professional Legal Administrative Assistant to join a well-established litigation boutique in Downtown Vancouver. This is a confidential search for a firm recognized for its approachable leadership and a genuine commitment to work-life balance. Supporting an Insurance Defence Partner, you will be part of a team that values open communication and professional development.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>This role offers a sophisticated litigation practice within a supportive boutique environment. Key responsibilities include:</p><ul><li><strong>Litigation Support:</strong> Preparing and formatting court documents, including application records, books of authorities, and appeal books.</li><li><strong>File Management:</strong> Managing the full file lifecycle from opening to closing; maintaining a diligent BF system for limitation dates.</li><li><strong>Administrative Coordination:</strong> Handling client billing, scheduling appointments, and managing correspondence with opposing counsel and experts.</li></ul><p><strong>Why Join This Team?</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Work-Life Balance:</strong> We offer a hybrid onsite-remote work structure with the option for additional earned flex days off every few weeks.</li><li><strong>Comprehensive Benefits:</strong> 100% employer-paid extended health benefits, an annual Health Spending Account, and an RRSP matching program.</li><li><strong>Supportive Culture:</strong> Work with an easygoing team that is open to feedback and values a healthy office dynamic.</li></ul>
<p><strong>Corporate Paralegal </strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>This position is a technical, transaction-heavy role that prioritizes complex corporate maneuvers over routine records maintenance. The successful candidate will manage a high volume of files within a compressed work-week structure, requiring a focus on efficiency and high-level structural planning.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Technical Responsibilities</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>1. Corporate Transaction Management</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Entity Structuring:</strong> Lead the execution of incorporations, continuations, and amalgamations.</li><li><strong>Financial & Tax Planning Support:</strong> Manage the procedural aspects of corporate rollovers, dividend declarations, and share structure planning.</li><li><strong>File Specialization:</strong> Focus energy on active transactional files and strategic reorganizations rather than routine corporate record-keeping.</li></ul><p><strong>2. Practice Operations</strong></p><ul><li><strong>High-Volume Execution:</strong> Navigate a fast-paced environment with a heavy file load while maintaining rigorous standards of accuracy.</li><li><strong>Project Ownership:</strong> Take full responsibility for the lifecycle of corporate transactions from initial drafting to final implementation.</li><li><strong>Time Management:</strong> Operate effectively within a compressed work week, requiring high productivity and the ability to meet tight deadlines.</li></ul>
<p>Our client is a well known Real Estate Development firm in Vancouver BC. They are currently hiring for a Senior Executive Assistant.</p><p><br></p><p>The Executive Assistant provides high-level support to the President and Owner(s). This position demonstrates a strong ability to be organized and professional and plays a critical role in ensuring a high level of communication within the Company on behalf of the President and Owners.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Responsibilities</strong></p><p><br></p><p>• Maintain the President’s calendar, including scheduling meetings and conference calls, and all preparation of meeting materials and related tasks.</p><p>• Compose and/or prepare presentations, brochures, memorandums, correspondence and reports on behalf of the President by identifying required information, researching background information, and gathering it from appropriate sources.</p><p>• Coordinate travel arrangements for the President, the Owners, and other executives as required, including preparation and submitting of expenses.</p><p>• Document and manage meeting outcomes as required.</p><p>• Liaise with the Executive team and external agencies on key and emerging priorities.</p><p>• Receive and screen information, visitors, and phone calls using judgement of sensitivity to the President’s priorities.</p><p>• Provide information and refer callers to other appropriate individuals if matters can be responded to elsewhere.</p><p>• Plan events and large meetings, including appropriate layout of rooms, seating arrangements, dinner menus, invitations, etc.</p><p>• Assist shareholders with charitable and community outreach event planning and donations.</p><p>• Arrange and distribute materials for scheduled management meetings.</p><p>• Process invoices, expense reports, corporate credit card expenses, and cheque requisitions.</p><p>• Personal tasks as required including booking family vacations, research and/or resourcing.</p><p>• Various other duties and responsibilities as assigned.</p><p><br></p>
<p>Our client, a leading international organization recognized for its commitment to social, commercial, and environmental impact, is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant. As Executive Assistant, you will provide critical administrative support to 2 Senior Leaders in the Vancouver office. Your organizational skills, discretion, and ability to anticipate needs will be essential to the seamless execution of leadership and department objectives. You will work closely with senior leadership and support the broader development team, collaborating across departments to facilitate high-level operations and reporting.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Offer executive-level administrative support to the 2 Senior Leaders and act as a trusted liaison for the wider team.</li><li>Manage complex calendars, coordinate travel, process expense reports, and organize memberships, conferences, and events.</li><li>Compile and coordinate quarterly departmental and Board reporting, ensuring deadlines and deliverables are met across teams.</li><li>Assist in preparing and reviewing the administrative budget for the team, proactively monitoring spending and identifying savings opportunities.</li><li>Handle end-to-end meeting administration, including scheduling, logistics, minute taking, distribution of materials, and follow-up on action items.</li><li>Support the team with ad-hoc needs, and work closely with other Executive Assistants for effective knowledge sharing and collaboration.</li><li>Manage departmental memberships and sponsorships, maximizing available benefits for the organization.</li><li>Ensure compliance with Health & Safety standards during all work activities.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>A respected and community-focused organization in the Lower Mainland is seeking a highly experienced Executive Assistant to the CEO to provide strategic, administrative, and confidential support at the executive level.</p><p><br></p><p>This organization delivers impactful programs and services across multiple divisions and is deeply committed to supporting Indigenous communities. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of the CEO’s office while acting as a key liaison across internal teams, Board members, and external stakeholders.</p><p><br></p><p>Reporting directly to the CEO, the Executive Assistant will manage complex priorities, coordinate executive-level communications, and support governance and organizational initiatives. This role requires sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to navigate sensitive and high-level matters with professionalism.</p><p><br></p><p>You will act as the primary point of contact and gatekeeper for the CEO’s office, ensuring alignment of priorities, efficient workflow, and timely execution of key initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Executive & Administrative Support</strong></p><ul><li>Manage the CEO’s calendar, meetings, travel, and daily priorities</li><li>Screen and respond to communications, ensuring appropriate prioritization</li><li>Prepare high-level documents, reports, presentations, and briefing materials</li><li>Draft speaking notes, correspondence, and key messaging</li><li>Maintain confidential records and filing systems</li><li>Anticipate executive needs and proactively support decision-making</li></ul><p><strong>Board & Governance Support</strong></p><ul><li>Coordinate Board of Directors meetings, materials, and communications</li><li>Prepare agendas, board packages, and meeting minutes</li><li>Track action items and maintain governance documentation</li><li>Support annual board planning, including meetings, AGMs, and committees</li></ul><p><strong>Organizational Coordination</strong></p><ul><li>Support cross-functional initiatives and leadership team priorities</li><li>Coordinate internal and external communications on behalf of the CEO</li><li>Assist with organizational events, partnerships, and stakeholder engagement</li><li>Track deliverables, timelines, and key organizational commitments</li></ul><p><strong>Project & Strategic Support</strong></p><ul><li>Conduct research and prepare briefing notes to inform decision-making</li><li>Support strategic planning initiatives and organizational reporting</li><li>Assist with special projects, ensuring timelines and quality standards are met</li></ul><p><strong>Operations & Logistics</strong></p><ul><li>Coordinate meetings, travel, and executive-level events</li><li>Prepare expense reports and manage administrative logistics</li><li>Act as a professional representative of the CEO when required</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to join our team on a contract basis in Vancouver, British Columbia. In this role, you will provide essential support to ensure smooth daily operations, including vendor coordination, event assistance, and general administrative tasks. This is an excellent opportunity to work independently while contributing to a dynamic and collaborative environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate with building operations to address and resolve onsite issues efficiently.<br>• Manage vendor communications to ensure timely follow-ups and task completion.<br>• Oversee shipping and receiving processes, ensuring accuracy and timely deliveries.<br>• Provide reception and concierge support, offering a courteous and welcoming experience.<br>• Assist in planning, organizing, and supporting events, including scheduling and logistics.<br>• Maintain schedules and appointments for team members, ensuring effective time management.<br>• Respond to inbound calls and email correspondence with courtesy and promptness.<br>• Handle data entry tasks, ensuring accuracy and maintaining organized records.<br>• Utilize Office tools, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint, to complete various administrative tasks.<br>• Deliver exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries and assisting clients as needed.
<p>Are you looking to advance your administrative career and support a team of industry-recognized professionals dedicated to solving complex environmental challenges? An innovative, international engineering and consulting firm is seeking a motivated Administrative Assistant for its Burnaby, Vancouver office. This is a full-time, on-site position with no remote work option.</p><p><br></p><p>About the Employer:</p><p>The organization is known for technical leadership and exceptional client service, supporting both private and public sector clients on projects related to environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Employees can expect competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare, edit, and format technical documents, proposals, reports, and training materials using advanced word processing and standardized templates. Proofread and ensure documents meet professional standards.</li><li>Use advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Adobe, and various digital systems. Support the use of online tools for event coordination and supply management.</li><li>Assist with a wide range of project-related administrative tasks, including proposal initiation, research, calendar management, and maintaining deliverable schedules.</li><li>Oversee daily office management, including inventory, equipment maintenance, filing systems, and courier shipments—including international and customs documentation.</li><li>Organize meetings, conferences, webinars, and travel arrangements. Act as a liaison among internal teams, clients, and management.</li><li>Review and code invoices, and support accounts payable and receivable functions.</li><li>Assist in training new administrative staff, manage confidential filing systems, and perform business-related errands as needed.</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to join our team in Vancouver, British Columbia. In this role, you will provide essential support to the legal services department, ensuring smooth operations and seamless coordination within a meticulous and collaborative work environment. This is a 3-6 month contract position offering a hybrid work arrangement.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and submit expense reports accurately and in a timely manner.</p><p>• Format and revise legal documents to ensure consistency and compliance.</p><p>• Provide administrative support to the legal services team, including scheduling meetings and ordering catering.</p><p>• Coordinate room bookings and set up meeting spaces for team events.</p><p>• Assist with planning and logistics for large-scale events, including liaising with external participants.</p><p>• Manage email correspondence and ensure timely responses to inquiries.</p><p>• Utilize SharePoint to organize and maintain departmental files and records.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to ensure seamless communication and workflow.</p><p>• Perform data entry tasks with high attention to detail.</p><p>• Maintain a meticulous and organized workspace in alignment with business casual standards.</p>
<p>We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our client's team on a long-term contract basis. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in managing general ledger activities, leading financial reporting processes, and collaborating with various departments to ensure accurate and efficient accounting operations. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and excels in financial analysis and compliance.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and process complex journal entries, including those related to banking transactions, foreign currency revaluations, pension accruals, and fair market value adjustments.</p><p>• Collaborate with the treasury team to manage debt, derivatives, hedging, and foreign exchange contracts.</p><p>• Oversee the accurate loading and review of monthly ledgers into consolidation software.</p><p>• Generate quarterly and annual notes for consolidated financial statements and ensure compliance with reporting standards.</p><p>• Conduct monthly account reconciliations for balance sheet accounts and prepare schedules for senior management review.</p><p>• Support tax-related activities by providing detailed financial information for corporate tax returns and audits.</p><p>• Produce standalone financial statements for legal entities required for tax filings.</p><p>• Prepare audit documentation and act as a liaison with internal and external auditors during interim and year-end audits.</p><p>• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of financial operations.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on ad-hoc projects, including system implementations and testing.</p>
<p>Job Title: Senior Accountant</p><p>Location: Vancouver, BC (Hybrid)</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Company</strong></p><p>Our client, a well-established and growing retail organization, is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their dynamic finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on, highly analytical accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is comfortable working with large, complex data sets.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and execute the month-end close process, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness </li><li>Prepare and review monthly consolidated financial statements and supporting working papers </li><li>Oversee and mentor an Accountant, providing guidance and review of day-to-day deliverables </li><li>Perform detailed inventory reconciliations and ensure proper costing and valuation </li><li>Perform monthly reconciliation of balance sheet and income statement accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records</li><li>Prepare income tax and support tax working papers for year-end </li><li>Support financial reporting requirements, including internal management reporting and analysis </li><li>Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency, controls, and reporting accuracy </li><li>Perform variance analysis (budget vs. actuals) and provide actionable insights to leadership </li><li>Assist with FP&A activities, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling </li><li>Prepare cashflow models and monthly cashflows </li><li>Be key contact with external auditors and CRA, providing documentation for audits</li><li>Leverage data analytics tools to support decision-making and reporting enhancements </li><li>Develop and maintain dashboards using Power BI or Tableau </li><li>Utilize Power Query and advanced MS Excel for data extraction, transformation, and analysis </li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>Are you ready to leverage your Public Practice accounting expertise in a dynamic, growth-focused industry environment? Join a national leader known for exceptional customer service and exclusive partnerships with top contractors across Canada.</p><p><br></p><p>With distribution centers coast to coast and a reputation built on reliability, our client is looking for a talented Senior Accountant to fortify their financial operations and support the next chapter of success.</p><p>Reporting to the Controller, the Senior Accountant in the Surrey, BC office will take charge of consolidated financial statements, oversee month-end and year-end closes, and partner with cross-functional teams. Your strategic insights will directly influence company growth and operational excellence.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare consolidated financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.</li><li>Maintain and oversee the general ledger, ensuring accuracy and adherence to accounting standards.</li><li>Lead month-end and year-end closing processes, reconciling accounts and analyzing discrepancies.</li><li>Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable, ensuring timely and accurate transaction processing.</li><li>Conduct financial and variance analysis to help identify trends and support process improvements.</li><li>Ensure strict compliance with all relevant accounting regulations and internal policies.</li><li>Collaborate across teams to provide financial expertise and support broad company initiatives.</li><li>Assist with tax return preparation and coordinate with external auditors during audits.</li><li>Develop and implement robust financial controls and procedures to safeguard company assets.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Burnaby, British Columbia, and contribute to our dynamic and fast-growing IT software company. In this role, you will ensure the accuracy and integrity of our financial reporting, oversee critical accounting processes, and provide guidance to entry-level team members. This is a unique opportunity to combine technical expertise with leadership responsibilities while making a meaningful impact on the financial operations of a high-growth organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close cycles for multiple entities, ensuring all processes are completed accurately and on time.<br>• Prepare and review complex journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations to maintain accuracy and completeness.<br>• Conduct detailed variance analysis on financial statements, providing insights into trends and anomalies for management.<br>• Review and provide constructive feedback on work prepared by entry-level and intermediate accountants, fostering accuracy and adherence to accounting standards.<br>• Assist in the preparation of financial statements, including profit and loss, balance sheets, and cash flow reports, along with supporting schedules.<br>• Research and apply technical accounting standards for complex transactions and new initiatives to ensure compliance.<br>• Prepare audit documentation and act as a liaison with external auditors to ensure smooth interim and year-end audit processes.<br>• Identify and implement process improvements within the accounting function, enhancing workflows and strengthening internal controls.<br>• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure accurate financial data flow and provide actionable insights through ad hoc reporting and analysis.
<p>Robert Half are working with a well-established local government law firm with offices in British Columbia and Alberta. The firm acts for municipalities, regional districts, and other public bodies across the province, providing practical, strategic advice on complex governance and workplace matters.</p><p><br></p><p>My client is seeking a talented Labour & Employment Lawyer (5+ years’ call) to join its growing practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a lawyer who enjoys sophisticated advisory work, meaningful client contact, and the opportunity to build a long-term practice in the public sector space.</p><p><br></p><p>You will work directly with experienced partners and clients on a broad range of labour, employment, and workplace law issues affecting public sector employers.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Advising municipal and public sector employers on employment and labour matters</li><li>Drafting and reviewing employment agreements, workplace policies, and bylaws</li><li>Handling grievances, arbitrations, and collective bargaining matters</li><li>Advising on workplace investigations, human rights issues, and disciplinary matters</li><li>Representing clients before labour arbitrators, administrative tribunals, and courts</li><li>Providing strategic risk management advice to senior leadership and elected officials</li><li>Billable hours target: 1375.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
