Social Impact Associate

We are recruiting for an energetic, team-oriented, and entrepreneurial Social Impact Associate to join our team in Vancouver.

Our Charities and Not-for-Profit Group operates one of the most sophisticated practices of its kind in Canada, providing voluntary sector organizations with creative and practical advice tailored to their unique needs. This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to make a meaningful impact as part of a busy and collaborative team. Our clients are a diverse group of charities, not-for-profits, associations, clubs, and religious organizations (among others). We take the same value-added approach to each one, catering to each organization’s individual needs.

The members of our team are recognized leaders in the sector, having written and published extensively on charity and non-profit law, including tax, trust, governance and related issues. We speak regularly at all major Canadian legal and sector conferences pertaining to charities and not-for-profits. Our lawyers are active in policy work and government relations on behalf of the non-profit sector.

The successful candidate will have:

• 2+ years of charity/non-profit or tax experience.
• A license to practice in BC.
• Proven client and file management skills.
• Strong analytical, communication and drafting skills.
• An entrepreneurial attitude.

Interested candidates with a desire to work with a national team, participate in complex files and develop their own practice should apply in confidence.

Who we are:

Miller Thomson LLP is one of Canada’s fastest-growing national business law firms, with ten offices across the country. Our consistent ability to provide practical, creative and cost-effective advice, combined with an unyielding service commitment to our clients and a strong dedication to our lawyers, staff and the communities in which we practice, gives us a unique position in the Canadian legal industry.

As a recognized national law firm, we support, grow, and impact our communities through our work. We help entrepreneurs, companies, and professionals shape and build the Canadian economy.

When you start a career with Miller Thomson, you join a firm that puts its people first. We provide the opportunity to influence the course of your career, community, and workplace with the support and backing of a national organization. While teamwork and collaboration are hallmarks of our culture, we accept and encourage individuality. You can expect a friendly, safe, and supportive environment where your colleagues will rally around to help you succeed.

Find the spark that will propel your career to new heights. Apply today to join a firm that is dedicated to you.

Miller Thomson LLP is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility.

While we thank all applicants for their interest, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to queries individually, and only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls or agencies, please.

Miller Thomson will provide accommodation on request throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation, please inform our People and Culture department of the nature of the accommodation that you may require, to ensure your equal participation.