Legal Assistant in Vancouver

The BC Public School Employers' Association (BCPSEA) is seeking a highly organized Legal Assistant to provide general and specialized support to our in-house Legal Counsel and Coordinated Legal and Arbitration Support Services (CLASS) program. CLASS is a shared service that coordinates labour litigation on behalf of BC's 60 public school districts.

Reporting to the Executive Director, Labour Relations, the Legal Assistant supports CLASS Legal Counsel with litigation activities, including:

• Managing litigation timelines
• Coordinating case documentation and disclosure
• Preparing legal correspondence and hearing materials
• Liaising with witnesses, experts, and arbitrators
• Maintaining litigation records and case management systems

The Legal Assistant also provides general administrative support to CLASS Legal Counsel, leadership, and other BCPSEA staff, including:

• Calendar management
• Document and presentation preparation
• Records management
• Other administrative duties as required

This role requires an individual with a keen eye for detail, good judgment, and a proactive work ethic. Additionally, access to classified information, files, records and attendance at meetings requires the Legal Assistant to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

Working closely with the CLASS Coordinator, your ability to develop positive relationships with BCPSEA District Liaisons, K-12 public school districts, and K-12 sector unions and their representatives is integral to your effectiveness in this role. This is a full-time temporary position, ending June 30, 2029.

Education and experience

The Legal Assistant possesses a post-secondary legal assistant diploma or certificate, and three (3) years' experience as legal assistant, preferably in labour law. Experience in the K-12 public education sector and/or public sector are considered assets.

The ideal candidate will bring:

• General understanding of structures and processes relating to boards of education and school districts
• Knowledge of processes relating to labour arbitration and BC Labour Relations Board matters
• Ability to work with multiple lawyers and manage competing demands
• Ability to communicate effectively with opposing counsel, BCPSEA District Liaisons and school district representatives
• Ability to identify and assemble relevant provisions and concepts from collective agreements, LOUs, MCMs, arbitration awards, regulatory and other legislative provisions
• High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 suite, and litigation management software such as Case IQ
• Effective team collaboration abilities, with strong coordination, organization, problem-solving and communication skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to produce accurate, proofread and polished work
• Demonstrated adaptability, initiative, and the ability to maintain confidentiality

Competitive Compensation and Benefits

The normal hiring range for the Legal Assistant position is $71,566 - $77,881. In determining salary, BCPSEA considers many factors, including the candidate's competencies, skills and experience, as well as internal equity. BCPSEA offers 13 statutory holidays, a competitive benefits package, including extended health and dental with immediate coverage upon starting, and a $2,000 annual wellness allowance, as well as pension with the Municipal Pension Plan.

Hybrid Structure

BCPSEA offers a hybrid work schedule with the option for remote work for the majority of the work week. There will be times when in-person work is required.

Training

We offer staff regular training and support professional development opportunities. As part of our ongoing commitment to foster a safe and inclusive workplace, all staff will be provided with: Reconciliation; Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion; and Respect in the Workplace training as part of their onboarding with us.

Reconciliation

The BCPSEA office is located at 300 – 2889 East 12th Avenue in Vancouver on the traditional and unceded territory of thexʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwuxwú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples. Our work spans across the Province of BC, which is home to thousands of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples across British Columbia, each with unique traditions, history, and culture. We are committed to Reconciliation and to strong Indigenous partnerships and relationships.

Inclusivity

We are an inclusive and accessible employer. Reconciliation, and Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion are embedded in our organizational goals. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including Indigenous, Black, people of colour, all genders, 2SLGBTQIA+, and persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available for interviews and in the workplace. If selected for an interview, we will provide you with information on how to request accommodations.

Who are we?

BC Public School Employers' Association provides trusted sectoral leadership in collective bargaining, labour relations, and human resources within BC's public education school sector. Through our services, support, advice, and professional learning offerings we work together with school districts, government, and our partners to ensure the success of the public education system. BCPSEA is proud to have been recognized as a Top Employer by Flex Surveys in 2025 and 2026. We are recognized for our best-in-class performance for engaged employees, employee endorsement, great managers, workplace satisfaction, and company culture.