Director of HR & Operations — Law Firm

Role overview

A Vancouver law firm is seeking a full-time permanent Director of HR and Operations to provide strategic leadership across its people, administrative and operating functions. This senior position spans HR, finance/administration, technology, facilities, governance, vendor/risk management, marketing and communications and works closely with directors, lawyers and staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR operations including benefits, compliance, recruitment, onboarding, performance, compensation and employee relations.
• Support firm governance, prepare/chair meetings and implement leadership decisions.
• Oversee technology infrastructure, systems improvements and third-party providers.
• Manage facilities, vendors, insurance and operational risk matters.
• Coordinate firm events, communications, website/social content and marketing initiatives.
• Build a culture of transparency, continuous improvement, accountability and trust.

• At least five years of management/administration experience in a medium or large organization.
• Professional-services and especially law-firm experience preferred.
• ADP Workforce Now, NetDocuments and Actionstep knowledge are assets.
• Strong leadership, organization, interpersonal communication and problem-solving ability.
• Sound judgment, discretion and ability to manage competing priorities.

Full-time permanent position in Vancouver. The client offers competitive compensation and benefits including DPSP/RRSP participation, but the official source does not publish a numeric salary. Applications are explicitly directed to Richard through the R. Johnson email.