GBC LawPublished September 24, 2026Location: 485 - 6400 Roberts Street, Burnaby, CanadaJob Type: Part-timeMinimum: 20.00Maximum: 25.00ABOUT USGBC Law is not your typical law firm, and we are proud of that. We are a boutique firm with a modern, people-first approach, and a passion for building lasting relationships with our clients and community. With a legacy extending over 50 years, the firm has been serving clients in Burnaby and throughout the Greater Vancouver area since 1974. Guided by our core values and a vision to make law more approachable, we are a team that cares about each other, our clients, and the impact we make. If you are ready to grow your career in a collaborative environment where your ideas matter, your work is valued, and balance is more than just a buzzword, we would love to meet you.Learn more about us at gbclaw.Ca/careers and follow our journey on Instagram @gbc.LawTHE OPPORTUNITYGBC Law is seeking a professional and customer-service oriented individual to join our team as a Backup Receptionist & Administrative Support on a contract basis for 2026.The successful candidate will provide reception coverage and general administrative support during pre-planned vacations, any leaves of absence, and potentially periods of higher workload. While this is not an on-call position, the successful candidate may, subject to availability, also be asked to provide coverage during unanticipated absences on shorter notice.Currently known dates for work in 2026 are October 13. Any additional dates will be communicated with as much notice and consideration as possible.The successful candidate will work in-person at our Burnaby office located near beautiful Deer Lake Park.



The firm is open Monday to Friday from 9 to 5pm. To maintain consistency, ideal working hours are also Monday to Friday from 9 to 5pm. However, depending on the successful candidate's other obligations the option for a shorter workday within the firm's regular business hours may be available (for example, from 9:15 to 2:15pm or from 10-5pm, or some other combination).This position would best suit a self-motivated and personable administrative professional seeking an occasional role with a well established and qualified organization. While reporting directly to the Owner, this position supports all staff and is a key member of the GBC Law team.Primary Duties And ResponsibilitiesProvide professional and positive service to clients, vendors and staff, in person and over the phoneSort and distribute incoming/outgoing mail and arrange couriersAnswer and route telephone calls (screening solicitation calls)Manage communications and correspondence (phone, voicemail, email, mail), respond when needed and bring action items forward to appropriate individual's attentionOrganize, tidy, and maintain the office, reception area,



kitchen and meeting rooms on a daily basisGeneral filing including hardcopy and electronic documents and emailsProcess retainer and invoice payments using Point of Sale terminalAssist the firm's legal portfolios with general administrative support (not legal administrative support)Assist with photocopying and scanning client identificationSchedule appointments with clients for signing statutory declarationsProvide support to all GBC Law team members as requiredAssist with any relevant project-work that may ariseOther relevant duties as assigned or requestedRequirementsEssentialReliable availability and proven attendance for pre-scheduled days of workExceptional attitude - flexible, positive, proactive, dependable, willing/able to learn new skillsGrade 12 graduate with a minimum of two years of experience in reception and/or administration in a professional office environmentRelated post-secondary education an assetAbility and desire to provide a positive and enjoyable customer experience to internal and external clientsIntermediate to advanced proficiency in the MS Office suite of applications with the ability to adapt to and master new computer programs and processesA comfort with and aptitude for working with numbers, online applications and financial and banking transactionsAssets (but not mandatory)Legal office experienceExperience with legal industry platforms such as LEAP, BC Online, ALF, or LTSACompensationThe hourly rate is dependent on relevant experience and qualifications, with an expected range from $20 - $25 per hour. GBC Law offers a bright, beautiful office space with dedicated and personable colleagues committed to delivering superior services to our clients.Our sincere appreciation to all those expressing interest. Regrettably, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

📌 Backup Receptionist & Administrative Support (Burnaby)
🏢 BC Legal Management Association
📍 Burnaby