About the FirmOver 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 agile 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 ResponsibilitiesHuman Resources & LeadershipRecruitment and retention of employees, including administrative staff and lawyersManaging vacation and absences; ensuring effective delivery of support servicesManaging hybrid work schedulesManaging benefit programs and liaising with firm benefit broker (Group RRSP, Extended Health and Dental, LTD, Employee Assistance)Onboarding and offboarding of employeesCoordinating staff performance reviewsProcessing semi-monthly payroll in conjunction with ControllerDeveloping, implementing and managing firm policies and procedures in conjunction with managementCoordinating and managing staff recognition programsSupporting 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 servicesResolving personnel and operational issues,



keeping management apprised and recommending solutionsProviding excellent customer support to internal and external stakeholdersFostering a positive work environmentOperationsAssisting with general oversight of office premises and operational issuesActing as senior building liaison with building managementCoordinating and managing firm Health and Safety, fire wardens, First Aid, Emergency PreparednessEventsInitiating, organizing, and coordinating a variety of firm social events, celebrations, and health and wellness initiatives.Key QualificationsHuman Resources Certification preferredA minimum of five to seven years of progressive Human Resources and management experienceExperience in managing benefit programsProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)Experience with professional services a definite assetKey SkillsExcellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to communicate clearly using discretion and courtesyStrong 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 confidentiallyHighly organized with excellent attention to detailSolid problem-solving and decision-making skills with an ability to adapt to changing demandsWhat We OfferCompetitive salary and excellent benefits offeringsMatching RRSP programStimulating and supportive work environmentStrong work-life balanceNote: 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.

📌 Director, Human Resources (Vancouver)
🏢 BCLMA
📍 Vancouver