Guild Yule LLP

www.guildyule.com

Published

October 22, 2026

Location

1075 West Georgia St, #2100, Vancouver, Canada

Category

Human Resources

Job Type

Full-time

Minimum

105000

Maximum

130000

Description
About the Firm
Over the last 100 years, Guild Yule LLP has maintained its reputation as a firm which offers the highest quality of professional legal services. The value and standards set by earlier generations represent the underpinning of our dynamic group of lawyers and staff who practice law in a spirit of collegiality and openness. Working closely with firm management, this role will oversee Human Resources and a variety of operational aspects of the firm.

Key Responsibilities
Human Resources & Leadership

Recruitment and retention of employees, including administrative staff and lawyers

Managing vacation and absences; ensuring effective delivery of support services

Managing hybrid work schedules

Managing benefit programs and liaising with firm benefit broker (Group RRSP, Extended Health and Dental, LTD, Employee Assistance)

Onboarding and offboarding of employees

Coordinating staff performance reviews

Processing semi-monthly payroll in conjunction with Controller

Developing, implementing and managing firm policies and procedures in conjunction with management

Coordinating and managing staff recognition programs

Supporting Articling and Summer student processes including onboarding and offboarding, reporting letters, PREP materials and courses, and ensuring compliance with the Law Society of B.C.

Overseeing reception and office services

Resolving personnel and operational issues, keeping management apprised and recommending solutions





Providing excellent customer support to internal and external stakeholders

Fostering a positive work workplace

Operations

Assisting with general oversight of office premises and operational issues

Acting as senior building liaison with building management

Coordinating and managing firm Health and Safety, fire wardens, First Aid, Emergency Preparedness

Events

Initiating, organizing, and coordinating a variety of firm social events, celebrations, and health and wellness initiatives.

Key Qualifications

Human Resources Certification preferred

A minimum of five to seven years of progressive Human Resources and management experience

Experience in managing benefit programs

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Experience with professional services a definite asset

Key Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to communicate clearly using discretion and courtesy

Strong leadership and relationship management skills, including the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with lawyers, staff, management and external parties.

Ability to handle sensitive issues tactfully and confidentially

Highly organized with excellent attention to detail

Solid problem-solving and decision-making skills with an ability to adapt to changing demands

What We Offer

Competitive salary and excellent benefits offerings

Matching RRSP program

Stimulating and supportive work environment

Strong work-life balance

Note: Depending on candidate experience and preference, the role may be full-time or .8 full-time equivalent. The typical annual full-time salary range for this position is $105,000 to $130,000; salary may vary depending on candidate’s knowledge and skills.

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📌 Director, Human Resources (British Columbia)
🏢 BC Legal Management Association
📍 British Columbia