- Join a team where you can enjoy work-life balance and do meaningful work
- Receive a competitive annual salary of $106,440 to $120,954, plus full benefits
- Enjoy a positive work culture that prioritizes diversity, equity, collaboration, and innovation
About The Law Society of British Columbia
The Law Society ensures the public is well served by legal professionals who are honourable and competent. We regulate the legal profession in BC, protecting the public interest in the administration of justice, by setting and enforcing standards of professional conduct for lawyers. We also bring a voice to issues affecting the justice system and the delivery of legal services.
The Law Society of BC is proud to be recognized as one of BC’s Top 100 Employers since 2022. We are an organization that values a positive work culture, and that includes ensuring we are a diverse, equitable, collaborative, and innovative organization both inside and out. We are also passionate about employee development and wellness, and are proud to offer comprehensive benefits and support to our team members.
To read more about us, our mission, various initiatives, and resources, please visit our website.
About the Opportunity
Currently, the Law Society is seeking multiple full-time Auditors to join our team, on either a permanent basis, or on contract, with the potential to transition to a permanent role. This is a hybrid work position, however, the successful candidate must reside in the Lower Mainland.
Why This Role Matters
This position is ideal for professionals who take pride in uncovering patterns, interpreting data, and making informed, principled decisions. Your ability to see beyond the surface, ask the right questions, and think strategically will be central to protecting the public interest and maintaining public confidence in BC’s legal system.
Reporting to your team lead, you are responsible for conducting Compliance Audits in accordance with the Law Society's regulations. Your main responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Conducting Compliance Audits to assess lawyers’ compliance with the trust accounting rules and to identify potential misconduct issues or misuse of the trust account related to financial matters
- Reviewing law firms’ records for non-compliance with the Legal Profession Act, Law Society Rules, and the Code of Professional Conduct for British Columbia and identifying potential fraud and money laundering
- Using data analytics and professional judgment to assess key areas of focus and implementing tailored audit procedures as necessary
- Engaging in thoughtful, purposeful interviews with lawyers and accounting staff to understand firm processes and clarify key audit details
- Evaluating explanations and documentation with an appropriate degree of professional skepticism to ensure accuracy and reliability
- Conducting complex investigative audits in areas of serious concerns, including anti-money laundering
- Operating independently and ensuring work is completed to schedule and meets our high-quality standards
- Preparing clear, well-reasoned reports that communicate audit findings in a factual and impartial manner
- Presenting audit results to lawyers, providing constructive feedback and practical recommendations for resolving deficiencies
- Providing recommendations to lawyers on how to remedy any deficiencies identified during the audit, when appropriate
- Drafting detailed memos to refer serious audit findings to the Professional Conduct department and providing oral evidence supporting the referral, when required
- Reviewing annual Trust Report submissions and assessing law firm compliance with the Division 7 Rules
- Drafting correspondence related to trust reporting, shortages, cash breaches, storage modifications, and other compliance matters
- Responding to inquiries from the legal profession on topics including trust accounting practices, rule interpretations, and compliance requirements
- Contributing to the continuous improvement of audit methodology and reference tools such as the Trust Accounting Handbook
- Supporting a collaborative team culture through open knowledge exchange and mutual support
- Conducting new firm visits to provide guidance on trust fund procedures and help firms establish sound practices from the outset
- Other duties as the Director, Trust Assurance may require
About You
To qualify, you will need at least 5+ years of experience in auditing in public practice and/or accounting for law firms. It is essential that you have a high level of professional judgment, excellent written and communication skills, and an outstanding ability to convey a message.
A Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation with CPABC is required, however, candidates who have taken their exams and are in the final stages of administrative processing or undergoing inter-provincial transfer to obtain local CPA accreditation will be considered.
Skills, experience, and background in the following are required:
- Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist designation with ACAMS, or the willingness to acquire it
- Ability to identify potential compliance concerns and investigative skills
- Ability to educate lawyers on the rules and regulations related to compliance
Please note: applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis.
About the Benefits
As recognition for all your hard work and determination, you can look forward to an annual salary ranging from $106,440 to $120,954, evaluated on skills and experience, plus the following:
- Opportunity to work in a hybrid work model
- Extended health benefits, including vision, prescription, and dental coverage
- Insurance coverage including accidental death and dismemberment, life, and short and long-term disability
- 4 weeks' vacation to start
- The Law Society health spending account
- RRSP matching
- Join an organization that promotes a healthy life-work balance and a respectful workplace
- Team and organization social events such as monthly socials, celebrating birthday and service milestones, and annual events including the annual winter party and recognition lunch
Why Work with Us: Insights from Our Team
- Supportive Team Environment: Join a collaborative work environment where teamwork and mutual support are valued.
- Continuous Learning Opportunities: Engage in varied and dynamic audits, allowing for continuous learning and professional development.
- Work/Life Balance: Enjoy a healthy work/life balance with the autonomy to manage your workload.
- Meaningful Impact: Experience the satisfaction of knowing that your work directly contributes to protecting the public interest and upholding integrity in the legal profession.
- Variety of Work: Audit different types of law firms and gain exposure to various aspects of legal practice
At LSBC, you'll have the opportunity to work with some of the most educated professionals in our community and make a meaningful impact on the regulation and transparency of the legal profession. Join us in our mission to uphold integrity and trust within the legal sector while enjoying a supportive and fulfilling work environment!
