The SWIM team is proud to have started doing Legal Recruitment in 2022 and this area of specialty has grown quickly for us.
Our clients engage us to find qualified candidates for their legal teams – including paralegals, legal assistants, litigation assistants, legal administrators, legal receptionists, and even the occasional lawyer. Below is a list of contract and permanent legal opportunities we’re currently working on, so please take a look and apply to any opportunities where you feel your skills and experience might be aligned. If you’re a match, we’ll be reaching out to chat about next steps. We hope to hear from you soon!
Are you an experienced Paralegal looking to make a real impact in a prestigious litigation firm? This is your chance to join a well-established team known for its trailblazing work in complex plaintiff-side cases. With a supportive work environment, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth, this is the perfect opportunity for a detail-oriented, motivated individual to take their career to the next level. Apply today to be part of a firm that values integrity and excellence!
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Are you an experienced Paralegal looking to make a real impact in a prestigious litigation firm? This is your chance to join a well-established team known for its trailblazing work in complex plaintiff-side cases. With a supportive work environment, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth, this is the perfect opportunity for a detail-oriented, motivated individual to take their career to the next level. Apply today to be part of a firm that values integrity and excellence!
Who- the Company:
Our client is a highly respected and prestigious litigation law firm with a longstanding reputation for taking on some of the most complex and high-profile cases. For over 40 years, they have been a leader in representing plaintiffs in various legal matters, including negligence, abuse, and financial harm. The firm is renowned for its successful class action work and its track record of securing justice against powerful corporations and governments. Their culture thrives on meticulous case preparation, achieving trial success, and a steadfast commitment to their clients' best interests. The firm’s values center around integrity, dedication, and a passion for the law. They are known for their focus on results and for providing an empowering, inclusive, and dynamic work environment.
What- the Role:
Our client is seeking an experienced Paralegal to join their team at their conveniently located Kelowna office, with an on-site presence required three days per week. As a Paralegal, you will play a pivotal role in supporting a senior lawyer with a busy and established practice. This role demands a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is able to multitask effectively, and has experience managing complex legal documentation and calculations. You will be responsible for ensuring the smooth progression of high-stakes cases while maintaining a positive and collaborative work culture. This is a full-time, permanent role, offering long-term growth opportunities for the right candidate.
Who- the Candidate:
The ideal candidate will bring the following skills and experience:
Completion of a Paralegal Program from a recognized institution.
3-5 years of experience as a litigation Paralegal, with specific experience supporting plaintiff-side litigation.
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, changing environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
A proactive attitude with the ability to meet deadlines and take initiative.
Experience in handling complex trust fund disbursement calculations.
Advanced proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), with experience in legal platforms like Soluno and Primafact considered an asset.
Where:
The position is based in the Kelowna office, with regular on-site presence 3 days per week. The firm’s office environment promotes collaboration and provides employees with a positive and inclusive atmosphere where ideas are shared, and careers are developed.
How Much:
The salary for this Paralegal role is expected to be competitive, ranging from $70,000 to $90,000 per year, based on qualifications and experience. In addition, the firm offers an exceptional employer-paid benefits package, annual bonus, wellness accounting, RRSP and 3 weeks vacation ensuring that employees enjoy a high quality of life both inside and outside of work.
When & How to Apply:
This interview process is moving quickly, and the successful candidate will likely begin their new role soon. Swim Recruiting is presenting shortlisted candidates directly to the hiring team for consideration. If you already have a Recruiter at SWIM, please reach out today. If you do not yet have a contact at Swim Recruiting, please hit ‘APPLY’ to send us your resume (preferably) in MS Word format as it works best with our internal systems). Thank you!
Our client is seeking a well-rounded Research Agreements Coordinator, Grants & Funding who will play critical role within a dynamic and reputable organization known for its support of cutting-edge health research. Strong communication, organization, detail-orientation, and relationship-building skills are essential.
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Our client is seeking a well-rounded Research Agreements Coordinator, Grants & Funding who will play critical role within a dynamic and reputable organization known for its support of cutting-edge health research. Strong communication, organization, detail-orientation, and relationship-building skills are essential.
Who- the Companies:
This well-established organization is widely respected for funding and advancing world-class health research. With significant, long-term funding secured, the organization is poised for exciting growth, with plans to hire additional team members and expand its impact across Canada in 2025. This is a workplace you can feel proud to contribute to, knowing that you’re supporting vital advancements in healthcare and scientific research.
What- the Role:
Our client is currently hiring for a Research Agreements Coordinator, Grants & Funding to help achieve their mission of advancing critical healthcare research for all Canadians. This is a newly created role, and the new Coordinator will play a key role on the corporate team. Reporting into the CFO (a wonderful leader!), the Coordinator will liaise with various partner institutions (universities, hospitals, science labs) to process the review and signing of agreements and contracts pertaining to research funding and research grants. The Coordinator will customize (from a template) the agreements and then negotiate on terms (or explain why terms cannot be adjusted), answer questions, make approved changes, determine timelines, and follow-up to ensure timely agreement reviews, approvals, and signatures. This role requires fantastic organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills, with a keen eye for detail and the confidence to follow-up with external partners to ensure they have all they need to be able to sign off on the agreements.
Who- the Candidate:
We are seeking candidates with at least 3 years and ideally 4+ years of relevant work experience, including direct experience with agreements, ideally pertaining to research grants and funding. Work experience in the healthcare sector (especially healthcare research!) is a big plus, but not required for someone who is passionate about the organization’s vision and keen to learn quickly. Qualified candidates will have strong systems skills (MS Office including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, etc.).
Where:
Based in Vancouver. More days a week in office at the start during training and relationship building, and after that likely 2 days/week in office and 3 days/week from home (with occasional flexibility to work only 1 day/week from office, if needed).
How Much:
Base salary commensurate with experience and skills- in the range of $52,000 to $75,000, with the high end being reserved for candidates who meet all requirements and qualifications. Additionally, this organization provides great health & dental benefits, 4 weeks paid vacation, and a solid pension plan. Please discuss your total compensation expectations in more detail with SWIM.
When & How to Apply:
Swim Recruiting is presenting shortlisted candidate profiles directly to the hiring team for review. There will be a 2 or 3-step interview process. Please do not hesitate to apply if you are qualified, interested, and would like to discuss further! The confidentiality of currently employed candidates will be highly respected by SWIM and by our client. If you already have a Recruiter at SWIM, please reach out to them directly. If you do not yet have a contact at Swim Recruiting, please hit 'APPLY NOW' to send us your resume. Thank you!