Vancouver Christmas Market 2026

If you have lived in Vancouver for a while, chances are high you've been to the Vancouver Christmas Market. Our authentic outdoor German Christmas Market features unique holiday shopping, seasonal entertainment, and delicious traditional food and drinks. Located in the downtown core of Vancouver, at Jack Poole Plaza, the Christmas Market will be open to the public daily from mid-November to December 24.

Full-Time Contract Chance – Event & Recruitment Coordinator

Vancouver Christmas Market Inc. is seeking a highly motivated, professional and detail-oriented Event Recruitment Coordinator to join our dynamic team. Reporting to HR Coordinator, the Event Recruitment Coordinator will lead the full cycle of recruitment, training programs, and staff morale.

This position is a full-time contract from September 1st, 2024 to January 31st, 2025 with the possibility to extend after January. It is a combination of home office and office days, becoming full-time in office & on-site from late summer to the end of the season.

Roles and Responsibilities

- Oversee full cycle of recruitment and selection process (reviewing JDs, posting the jobs, sourcing, screening and setting up the interviews for the Hiring Managers)
- Coordination of employment offers, contracts, onboarding process & other required documentation
- Use HR tools for optimal hiring procedure & testing (DISC test, etc.)
- Provide employment references check
- Maintain the employee records in our HRIS (BrightHR)
- Review of VCM employment agreements




- Work closely with HR Coordinator in organizing all aspects of the Hiring Day, Orientation Day and Year End Party
- Coordination of training day(s) – incl. structure for training days with other Departments
- Retain staff morale with incentive plans and hospitality benefits
- Manage staff sign-in & out tool (WhenIWork) for accurate hour tracking, support with staff scheduling
- Liaise with and support Director of HR and Finance for staffing related procedures (incl. Payroll and some accounting tasks during the market)
- Generate statistics and reports before, during and after market period
- Oversee the project budget in areas of responsibility
- Act as liaison between VCM, staff, partners, suppliers, etc. on behalf of company
- Maintain physical presence of VCM team on site during event hours
- Maintain effective communication to ensure relevant departments are kept informed of activities & objectives
- Other projects and duties as assigned by the Company

Requirements and Selection Criteria

- Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Event Management, or HR Management preferred.
- Minimum 2 year of experience in Recruitment or HR related
- Advanced proficiency with software and online tools (Microsoft Office, Airtable, WhenIWork)




- Diplomatic approach while working within policies, rules, and procedures.
- Ability to multitask within tight deadlines
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills and interpersonal skills
- Experience with scheduling and overseeing the activities of large groups.
- Ability to take projects from concept through execution to final production
- Ability to quickly adapt to changing environments, problem-solving skills, and an innovative mindset including exercising good judgment and decision making.
- Knowledge of labor laws, legislation and WorkSafe procedures

Compensation

- Contract $4,200 - $4,600 per month based on experience
- Team Building Events

Application Process Please send RESUME and COVER LETTER

All applications will be kept in confidence. No telephone calls or faxed applications, please. We thank all who express an interest in this position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $4,200.00-$4,600.00 per month

Benefits

- Company events
- Employee assistance program

Application question(s):
- Do you have a valid Driver's License and Vehicle?
- Are you good with working outside in different types of weather as well as evenings and weekends as needed?
- Did you read this posting through to know how to properly apply for this position?

Experience:
- Recruiting: 2 years (preferred)
- Human Resources: 1 year (preferred)
- Events: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Event & Recruitment Coordinator (Vancouver)
🏢 Vancouver Christmas Market
📍 Vancouver