Senior Associate (Legal)

Vancouver, BC
Hybrid
Posted Aug 17, 2026
1 position

$54,500–$86,000 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Senior Associate is responsible for developing a client base and identifying new business opportunities through various communication channels. They will also recruit, evaluate, and place legal professionals in full-time positions while providing ongoing career guidance to candidates.

Job details

JOB REQUISITION Senior Associate (Legal) LOCATION CAN VANCOUVER JOB DESCRIPTION As a Sr. Associate, your responsibilities will include developing and growing a client base and new business opportunities, introducing our services via video, telephone and in-person meetings with new and existing clients to expand the utilization of our services; recruiting, evaluating and placing legal professionals in full-time positions with our clients; delivering outstanding customer service to both clients and candidates; providing consistent communication and career guidance to candidates; participating in industry trade associations to increase our presence within the local legal community. Qualifications: * A business related degree preferred; paralegal degree/certification and/or law degree a plus. * 2+ years’ of experience in legal industry and/or successful permanent placement recruiting experience required. * Successful candidates will have a proven track record of success, excellent communication skills and a high sense of urgency. * The ability to leverage legal experience to manage and grow the business. Salary: The typical salary range for this position is $54,500 to $86,000. The salary is negotiable depending upon experience and location. The position is eligible for a bonus based upon achievement of performance objectives. Top Reasons to Work for Robert Half: * EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITIES WITH THE INDUSTRY LEADER – For more than 70 years, our history of success and strong client relationships provide a level of stability few companies can match. * PERFORMANCE = REWARD – We offer exceptional earning potential and a competitive benefits package, including a base salary; paid time off; group health, life and disability insurance; and retirement savings plans. * UPWARD MOBILITY – With more than 300 locations worldwide, we provide excellent career advancement potential, both locally and beyond. * TOOLS FOR SUCCESS – We provide world-class training, client relationship management tools and advanced technology to help you succeed. * RESPECTED WORLDWIDE – Robert Half has appeared on FORTUNE magazine’s list of “Most Admired Companies” since 1998, as well as numerous “Best Places to Work” lists around the world. * OUTSTANDING CORPORATE CITIZENSHIP – We believe in an “Ethics First” philosophy, which means we are committed to social responsibility, promoting inclusion and diversity in the workplace, and actively participating in communities where we live and work. Learn more by downloading Robert Half’s Corporate Citizenship Report at roberthalf.com/about-robert-half/corporate-responsibility [https://www.roberthalf.com/about-robert-half/corporate-responsibility]. You may submit your application materials online or call 1.877.912.6253 for additional ways to apply. JOB LOCATION CAN VANCOUVER

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 2 years of experience in the legal industry or permanent placement recruiting. A business-related degree is preferred, and a paralegal or law degree is considered an asset.