Legal Talent Manager – BC Region

Fasken; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm is seeking a Legal Talent Manager for the BC region in Vancouver. This role involves managing the summer and articling student program, directing paralegal development, and supporting associate initiatives, with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. Candidates should hold an LL.B or J.D and have experience in legal practice and student recruitment. The position offers a competitive salary and fosters a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Flexible medical and dental benefits

Group retirement savings plan

Paid vacation and sick days

Wellness subsidy

Educational reimbursement

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of practice experience as a lawyer.
• Demonstrated interest in student recruitment and mentoring.
• Experience with EDI best practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage summer and articling student program.
• Direct engagement and development of paralegals.
• Support the associate program and coordinate performance reviews.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Management/leadership

Multi-tasking

Education

LL.B or J.D

Job description

Overview

Fasken is a leading international business law and litigation firm that was voted one of Canada’s Best Employers for 2024. Our firm’s 950 lawyers are located across offices in Vancouver, Surrey, Calgary, Toronto, Ottawa, Montréal, Québec City, London and Johannesburg. We also have an office in the professional and retail district known as Taza (Ta-Zah) on Tsuut’ina lands. Providing strategic and thoughtful advice in all areas of business law, our broad range of clients include close to half of the Fortune 100 companies, as well as corporate clients, government agencies, regulatory authorities, non-profit bodies and individuals.

Our clients’ interests are paramount in all that we do and we take pride in supporting our communities. We are a place where bright, talented, and collegial people work together to achieve the firm’s goals in a collaborative and efficient way.

The Role

LEGAL TALENT MANAGER - BC REGION
VANCOUVER OFFICE

Working closely with the Legal Talent Senior Director, Advisor, and Coordinator, this position plays a key role in managing the summer and articling student program, and will be responsible for the performance management and professional development of paralegals, as well as supporting associate programs. As part of the Firm’s People team, this role will collaborate regionally and nationally with the HR, Learning & Development, and Equity Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) teams as well as the Chief People Officer, Chief EDI Officer and Total Rewards Director. This is an incredible opportunity for someone who is passionate about people – their recruitment, development and advancement - and wants to work in a progressive and inclusive environment.

Responsibilities

Student Program

• Serves as a key Fasken representative for law students, leading specific strategic initiatives to raise the profile of the firm (law school sponsorship, liaising with student clubs, social media, etc.) and plans recruitment events on-campus and at the firm (leads firm tours, speaks on panels, attends career fairs, conducts interviews etc.)
• Manages all aspects of the summer and articling student program, including orientation, rotations, mentorship programs, secondments, social events and other ad hoc initiatives
• Manages student training, including identifying training needs, developing and presenting training programs and/or liaising with appropriate presenters
• Manages and delivers performance reviews to summer and articling students
• Manages the associate hire back process for articling students
• Assists articling students not hired back with their search for an associate position

Paralegals

• Directs the engagement, performance management and professional development of paralegals, and is supported by HR in their recruitment, onboarding and offboarding

Associate Program

• Supports the Legal Talent Senior Director and Business Unit Managers with the associate program including drafting annual performance reviews and assisting with the compensation process

EDI

• Manages regional EDI events and liaises with the national and regional EDI team as well as the Regional Affinity Group Chairs to ensure appropriate EDI initiatives are implemented in the BC Region.
• Under the direction of the Legal Talent Senior Director, works closely with the EDI team to implement strategies to attract and retain a diverse talent pipeline and to ensure our people processes are inclusive

PD | Events

• Works with the Legal Talent Coordinator to plan and deliver the annual internal professional development program
• This role also may be involved in planning other events including wellness initiatives and other special projects

Qualifications and Experience

• Holds an LL.B or J.D
• 1-3 years of practice experience as a lawyer (ideally in a large firm private practice setting)
• Demonstrated interest and experience with student recruitment, mentoring, and related initiatives
• Legal talent and/or HR experience, as well as event planning and experience leading presentations, and familiarity with EDI best practices

Skills and Knowledge

• Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal, organizational, management/leadership and multi-tasking skills
• Demonstrated ability to build rapport with different stakeholders in a law-firm setting
• Ability to work both independently and part of a team, take initiative and think strategically in a fast paced setting

Candidates who do not meet all the listed requirements are still encouraged to apply, as diverse experiences and perspectives are valued.

Reporting Structure

• This role reports to the Senior Director, Legal Talent (BC Region)

What we offer

Join our friendly, collaborative and rewarding work environment where your professional development is supported, and your contributions are encouraged and valued. In a full-time, permanent role, we offer the following:

• A competitive salary
• Flexible medical and dental benefits, including telemedicine services
• Short and long term disability insurance
• Employee and family assistance program (EFAP)
• Group retirement savings plan with matching contributions
• Paid vacation and sick days
• Personal days
• Wellness Subsidy and educational reimbursement
• Maternity/parental leave top up
• Employee referral program
• Opportunities to give back to your community through Firm initiatives

Diversity and Inclusion

At Fasken we believe a diverse workplace comprises individuals with unique backgrounds, characteristics and qualities. An inclusive workplace creates an equitable environment where individuals are respected and where they are welcome. Fasken is committed to diversity and inclusion in all that we do.

Accessibility and Accommodation

It is important to our Firm that all its members, including those with disabilities, find our workplace to be welcoming and supportive. Reasonable accommodations are available on request for candidates with disabilities taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Background and Reference Checks

Any offer of employment may be conditional upon full background checks including a criminal record check, a credit check, employment and educational verification.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $130,000 - $150,000 annually; the base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, internal and market equity.

Your Application

Please submit your resume and cover letter in confidence through our candidate applicant portal on www.fasken.com. We thank all candidates for applying; however, only qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview.