Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant Vancouver

A well-established Vancouver law firm is seeking a highly organized and discreet Executive Assistant to provide direct support to its Chief Operating Officer and assist with firm leadership, partnership, and committee matters.

This role is well suited to a professional who can manage sensitive information, coordinate meetings and events, and handle a broad range of executive-level administrative responsibilities. The successful candidate will be comfortable working independently while collaborating with lawyers, leadership, and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain confidential partnership information, partner files, and correspondence relating to partnership matters.
• Provide administrative support to the Compensation Committee, Executive Committee, and other firm committees.
• Coordinate lawyer availability, meeting schedules, boardroom bookings, and meeting materials.
• Assist with the preparation of partner meetings and other leadership meetings.
• Attend meetings, take minutes, and distribute materials as required.
• Prepare and submit applications for the firms insurance policies.
• Plan partner and lawyer retreats, along with other firm events throughout the year.
• Prepare correspondence relating to banking, landlord, and other operational matters.
• Process cheque requisitions and correspondence relating to professional dues for current and former firm members.
• Audit health-benefit invoices and coordinate payments.
• Prepare and distribute the firms internal newsletter.
• Screen correspondence and requests, preparing responses to routine matters.
• Provide additional administrative support to the Chief Operating Officer as required.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
• Professional, personable, and approachable manner.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Sound judgment and a demonstrated commitment to maintaining confidentiality.
• Previous experience in a law firm or professional-services environment is considered an asset.
• Experience using Asana is considered an asset.

Compensation and Benefits

The anticipated salary range for this position is $50,000 to $70,000, depending on experience and qualifications.

The firm also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health and dental coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Matching RRSP program after one year of employment.
• Three weeks of vacation to start.
• Personal days, sick time, and one annual volunteer day.
• Fitness reimbursement for eligible memberships and equipment.
• Education reimbursement supporting continued professional development.
• Firm social events, including an annual year-end celebration, happy hours, and staff-appreciation activities.

The employer is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where individual strengths, perspectives, and experiences are respected and valued.

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