We’ve partnered with one of Canada’s largest full-service law firms to hire a
BD & Marketing Specialist for their Vancouver office. You’ll work directly with the Director of Regional Business Development and play a hands-on role in growing the firm’s profile and client relationships in the Vancouver market.
This is a busy, varied role that covers submissions, sponsorships, events and hospitality. It suits someone who is organized, quick on their feet and comfortable working with lawyers and senior leadership.
Compensation
- $75,000 to $115,000 + benefits
What You’ll Be Doing
- Supporting the Vancouver BD plan by coordinating initiatives and tracking progress against national priorities
- Preparing legal directory, ranking guide and award submissions with practice groups
- Supporting a national practice group with business planning, thought leadership content, conference tracking and website updates
- Running a professional sports partnership: hospitality, ticketing, co-branded promotions, partner events and reporting
- Reviewing incoming sponsorship requests and making recommendations
- Coordinating the arena suite and other hospitality assets, including ticket allocation, catering and guest communications
- Coordinating the local Marketing & BD Committee: agendas, materials, minutes and action items
- Drafting monthly BD bulletins, reports and internal announcements
- Supporting client and internal events
- Tracking BD budgets and expenses, preparing expense requests and reconciling spend
- Keeping lawyer bios and headshots up to date, including onboarding new associates
- Supporting firm programs such as women’s initiatives and the alumni program
- Building trackers and workback schedules to keep the team organized
What We’re Looking For
- 1.5+ years in a similar BD or marketing role
- Experience in a law firm or professional services environment (required)
- Undergraduate degree in Business, Marketing or a related field
- Comfortable working with partners and senior leadership
- Strong writing skills and attention to detail
- Able to juggle several projects and deadlines at once
- Solid Microsoft Office skills; CRM experience is a plus
- Open to occasional evening work for events
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. Accommodation is available upon request throughout all stages of the recruitment process.
