Associate Lawyer – Workplace Law

Watson Goepel Llp; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring program

Health & dental benefits

RRSP matching

Marketing support

Annual associate events

Biannual lawyer retreats

Social events

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Watson Goepel LLP, a well-established law firm in Vancouver, seeks a full-time Associate Lawyer for its Workplace Law Group in our Downtown Vancouver office. Join a collaborative, collegial environment with over 40 years of experience and 35+ lawyers across Vancouver locations.

The successful candidate will handle employment and workplace matters, contribute to policy development, and participate in firm events. This is an office-based role with mentoring and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of post-call experience in employment law; labour law experience is an asset
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills suited to a fast-paced employer-side practice
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to deliver practical, business-focused advice to clients
• Experience drafting employment agreements, workplace policies, and other employment-related documents
• Strong legal research and analytical skills
• A collaborative approach and an interest in participating in firm, community, social, and networking events
• The ability to work primarily from our office (this is not a hybrid or remote position)
• Membership in good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia; additional provincial calls are an asset

Skills

Organizational skills

Time-management

Interpersonal communication

Legal research

Analytical skills

Collaboration

Client advisory

Education

Law Society of British Columbia member

Job description

Job Description

Watson Goepel LLP, a well-established multi-service law firm with over 40 years of experience, is growing. With more than 35 lawyers across our Vancouver and West Vancouver offices, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative, collegial, and supportive environment that empowers our team to succeed.

We are seeking a full-time Associate Lawyer to join our Workplace Law Group in our Downtown Vancouver office.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

• 2–3 years of post-call experience in employment law; labour law experience is an asset
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills suited to a fast-paced employer-side practice
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to deliver practical, business-focused advice to clients
• Experience drafting employment agreements, workplace policies, and other employment-related documents
• Strong legal research and analytical skills
• A collaborative approach and an interest in participating in firm, community, social, and networking events
• The ability to work primarily from our office (this is not a hybrid or remote position)
• Membership in good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia; additional provincial calls are an asset

What We Offer

• Mentoring program with support from both senior and junior lawyers
• Competitive extended health and dental benefits
• RRSP matching program
• Marketing and business development support to help grow your professional profile and network
• Annual associate-only events
• Biannual lawyer retreats
• Regular firm-sponsored social events and opportunities to connect with colleagues across practice groups
• A collegial and entrepreneurial culture that encourages professional growth and development

Diversity and Inclusion

Watson Goepel LLP is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are dedicated to maintaining an environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and supported.

Compensation

Watson Goepel offers a competitive lockstep compensation model for associates during their first seven years of practice. Compensation is commensurate with year of call, experience, and qualifications, and includes eligibility for the firm’s benefits and RRSP matching programs.

Background and Reference Checks

Offers of employment may be conditional upon the successful completion of background screening, which may include verification of employment history, professional credentials, and education.