Labour & Employment Associate
Vancouver, British Columbia
•Legal
•Permanent
•05/01/2026
•284588
Our client is seeking a Labour & Employment Associate to join their Vancouver office. This is a strong opportunity for a junior to mid-level lawyer looking for hands-on mentorship, early client exposure, and a balanced mix of advisory and litigation work.
The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of labour and employment experience, though litigators looking to transition into employment law may also be considered.
About the Role
You will work closely with senior lawyers while also managing some files independently. The practice includes a mix of employer-side and plaintiff-side employment matters, with most files involving advisory work, negotiations, and settlements, along with some litigation.
Responsibilities will include:
Why This Role
The expected salary range is $100,000 to $140,000, depending on experience and qualifications. The role also includes a health spending account and bonus potential for exceeding billing targets.
At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff, Impact Recruitment, and Vantix Systems — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers.
The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of labour and employment experience, though litigators looking to transition into employment law may also be considered.
About the Role
You will work closely with senior lawyers while also managing some files independently. The practice includes a mix of employer-side and plaintiff-side employment matters, with most files involving advisory work, negotiations, and settlements, along with some litigation.
Responsibilities will include:
- Drafting demand letters, pleadings, applications, and settlement documents
- Supporting partners on litigation files
- Managing employment files from intake through resolution
- Conducting client consultations and providing practical employment law advice
- Representing clients in mediations, discoveries, applications, hearings, and tribunal matters
- Assisting with matters before the Human Rights Tribunal, Employment Standards, and other workplace-related forums
- 2+ years of labour and employment experience
- Called to the BC Bar, or eligible and willing to be called in BC
- Comfortable with advisory work, litigation, and client-facing responsibilities
- Strong drafting, organization, and communication skills
- Interest in both employer-side and plaintiff-side employment law
- Comfortable working primarily in-office
- Comfortable with a 1200 billable hour target
- Mandarin language skills are an asset
Why This Role
- Strong mentorship from senior lawyers
- Early client interaction and file responsibility
- Balanced advisory and litigation practice
- Exposure to both employer-side and plaintiff-side matters
- Lower billable target than many comparable firms
- Opportunity to build a practice and client base over time
The expected salary range is $100,000 to $140,000, depending on experience and qualifications. The role also includes a health spending account and bonus potential for exceeding billing targets.
At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff, Impact Recruitment, and Vantix Systems — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers.
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