A great opportunity to build on your paralegal experience. This role is ideally suited to a candidate with at least 1 – 2 years experience at a paralegal level who is ready to take that experience and make a contribution to a highly successful team.

Working in a smaller firm setting in a firm with just over 15 lawyers you will work closely with a senior partner in an Insurance Defence practice. This role can offer responsibility and ownership of your work, ideal for a career motivated Paralegal.

To be successful in this role you must be self-motivated and adaptable. You will be a recent graduate from a recognized Paralegal Diploma/Certificate with at least 1 – 2 years of Paralegal experience in a Litigation practice area and be eligible for a billing number.

To apply, please forward your resume to Ruth and quote the job title in the subject line. Please send your resume to jobs@rjohnsoncorp.com.

While we thank everyone who applies for their time and interest we will only be able to respond to short-listed candidates due to the volume of resumes we receive daily.

Thank you for considering R. Johnson in your job search.

Join a boutique Corporate Securities Firm based in the heart of Downtown Vancouver, it is one of Western Canada’s leading corporate finance and securities law firms that has been assisting companies with complex financing and business transactions for over 40 years.

This firm is recognized a great legal employer. They have very low staff turnover because they can offer a healthy, friendly and relaxed working environment.

All assistants in this firm work on a true hybrid basis, doing all administrative and paralegal work for their team, this position will support two partners. With an equal amount of exposure to both administrative and paralegal duties you will gain some excellent experience with exposure to challenging work.

The ideal candidate will be someone keen to develop their experience and career in the Securities area. You must come from a Corporate/Securities background with at least 2 years experience doing some paralegal level duties. You must be able to hit the ground running so previous experience at this level is required.

To apply, please forward your resume to Ruth and quote the job title in the subject line. Please send your resume to jobs@rjohnsoncorp.com.

While we thank everyone who applies for their time and interest we will only be able to respond to short-listed candidates due to the volume of resumes we receive daily.

Thank you for considering R. Johnson in your job search.

New grads and people trying to break into an industry may be tempted to stretch the truth on a resume; however, these not so harmless embellishments can end up ruining reputations and careers. As a former Yahoo! CEO recently discovered, the truth has a way of being found out. Many employers and recruiters are very much aware of the increasing rate of resume fraud and as such, conduct extensive background and reference checks on prospective employees. Furthermore, companies or employment agencies are likely to red flag a candidate that was caught lying; thereby damaging long-term career prospects. Therefore, you should never make a claim that you can’t back. When in doubt, just leave the information out.

Instead of making bogus claims or exaggerating credentials, focus on the skills you do have in order to land that dream job. Be confident in what you have to offer. If you don’t believe in yourself, why should anyone else? Also, make sure to have realistic expectations about your career prospects. For example, if you are a new grad, don’t expect to start at the top. Be prepared to put in some hard work in order to move up the corporate ladder.

Be aware that when you are online, your network is global. What you publish online creates a picture and develops a perception of you, even if people have not met you. Be proactive about managing your reputation and consider how what you post will be perceived. You may want to, as part of your personal career plan, undertake a search online for your own name so you that you know what people will find if they google your name. Also take the time to go through your privacy settings. Facebook and LinkedIn give you various levels of privacy in relation to who sees the content that you post, while Twitter on the other hand only allows your account to be either public or private.

Building a positive reputation takes time, whereas a negative reputation can happen overnight. Once your professional reputation is tarnished, it can be difficult, impossible even, to repair the damage. Fortunately, you can control what your reputation is by making certain that you are seen by your coworkers, clients, customers, and other professionals within your field as someone who thinks and acts in an ethical manner and who exhibits appropriate values. The key to ensuring that people see you as an ethical professional is to act in a manner that makes it impossible for them to perceive you otherwise.

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Working with a highly specialized small firm in Vancouver you will join a highly experienced team working in personal injury and class action law.

This firm, with over 10 lawyers, can provide career growth developing your experience in this specialized area. You will work with a highly specialized team and your contribution will be appreciated and rewarded. This position offers many perks including a highly competitive salary and benefits package as well as a bonus structure.

This role is ideal for an experienced Litigation Paralegal. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years experience in Personal Injury, some of this experience must be at a Paralegal level and must be on the plaintiff side. Strong technical skills are also a must for this role.

To apply, please forward your resume to Ruth and quote the job title in the subject line. Please send your resume to jobs@rjohnsoncorp.com.

While we thank everyone who applies for their time and interest we will only be able to respond to short-listed candidates due to the volume of resumes we receive daily.
Thank you for considering R. Johnson in your job search.

You will join a very close-knit team and the best personality fit will be someone who is friendly, positive, and relaxed while maintaining the highest level of professionalism.

This firm rarely has vacancies and this is your chance to take your legal career to the next level.

You will be part of a highly experienced and hard working team working within a mid – large firm setting. This firm can offer many perks including a highly competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits plan that includes a health and wellness package as well as a happy, pleasant, and sociable working environment.

This position requires an LAA with at least 1 year of experience in a Litigation practice; this role will give you some great exposure in a very niche area of personal injury.

To apply, please forward your resume to Ruth and quote the job title in the subject line. Please send your resume to jobs@rjohnsoncorp.com.

While we thank everyone who applies for their time and interest we will only be able to respond to short-listed candidates due to the volume of resumes we receive daily.

Thank you for considering R. Johnson in your job search.

Dedicate specific time for the job hunt. This ensures you don’t neglect existing responsibilities at work or home. Give yourself enough time for cover letter and resume preparation, as well as time spent following up with recruiters or hiring managers. Do research on your own time from your home computer and make all phone calls during lunch from your cell phone in a private location.

Stay organized. Create a spreadsheet or similar system to track jobs to which you’ve applied. Catalog key details such as the hiring manager’s name, information about the position and company in this spreadsheet.

Use tools to streamline your job search. Track relevant Twitter hashtags, subscribe to email updates or RSS feeds of niche job boards. A good source for organizing and carrying out your networking efforts is LinkedIn. Many employers will check your LinkedIn profile even before asking you for an interview. Some will also Google your name to see what you have posted, and where. If you haven’t already done so, you may want to Google your own name to see what a potential employer may find.

Schedule interviews wisely. You may need to get creative with your paid time off or vacation days. Try to schedule interviews before or after work or during lunch. But when that’s not possible, take a vacation day.  Most interviewers will understand the restrictions posed by your job and will appreciate the respect shown to your current employer.

Never talk about your job search with coworkers. As soon as one person knows, you might as well assume everyone else does too, including your boss. You don’t want to have an uncomfortable conversation with your boss before you’re ready. Also be careful about posting your resume on job boards and websites, as it’s quite possible that someone from your current organization will see it.

Searching for a job while still employed has its advantages and drawbacks. While you may not have as much time as an unemployed person in job searching, the great advantage is that your skills are current and you are up to date with the industry’s happenings and network. Having a job also provides you with a steady income, putting you in a better position when it comes time to negotiate a job offer.

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Located downtown Vancouver, this world-renowned law firm is looking for an individual with exemplary people skills and a strong attention to detail in all aspects of their work. The firm is comprised of a diverse team of individuals so the ability to work and liaise within a team is needed. Multitasking and time-management are critical to performing the duties of this position.

Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Maintain schedules for contracts and warranties
- Liaise with IT regarding technology
- Oversee the office records function within the office including liaising with the off-site storage provider and ensuring accurate records are kept of material stored off-site.
- Responsible for the coaching training and general supervision of all Office Services staff.
- Maintain fixed asset inventory

The successful candidate of this position must have a minimum of 5 years’ office management experience in similar areas of responsibility. This opportunity is ideal for an individual looking to develop their career and expand on their skill set.

To apply, please send all resumes attention to Richard at: recruit@rjohnsoncorp.com, while quoting the job title in the subject line.

While we thank all those who apply for their time, only those who are short-listed will be contacted due to the high volume of resumes received.

Thank you for considering R.JOHNSON in your job search.

One of Vancouver’s most respected law firms has a new opening. They require a dedicated, and motivated individual to work on their Document Production team. The successful applicant must have exceptional technical software abilities. Advanced knowledge of MSWord is a must. Experience in VISIO, Adobe, etc is considered a valuable asset. You need to be a Formatting GURU! In addition, a minimum of 2 years’ experience working in a law firm as an LAA is also required.

This is the perfect opportunity to utilize your technical prowess, as you will be assisting in overflow Litigation LAA work.

This firm is noted for having exceptional camaraderie and work-life balance.

To apply, please forward your resume to Richard, and quote the job title in the subject line. Please send your resume to: legal@rjohnsoncorp.com.

While we thank everyone who applies for their time and interest we will only be able to respond to short-listed candidates due to the volume of resumes we receive daily.

Thank you for considering R. Johnson in your job search.

Join a mid size Vancouver firm with offices centrally located in Downtown Vancouver.

This firm has a long-standing history in Vancouver, being a well established and highly recognized legal employer.

The busy Real Property Department has an immediate opening for an experienced Real Property Paralegal. The previous person in this role was a long-term employee so this role does requires a candidate who is highly experienced in this area.

The firm can offer a highly attractive package for this senior role, which includes a very attractive salary; a comprehensive benefits package and many other perks.

The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years experience in the Real Property area, at least 2 years of this experience must be at a Paralegal level with exposure to Secured Lending.

To apply, please forward your resume to Ruth and quote the job title in the subject line. Please send your resume to jobs@rjohnsoncorp.com.

While we thank everyone who applies for their time and interest we will only be able to respond to short-listed candidates due to the volume of resumes we receive daily.

Thank you for considering R. Johnson in your job search.

Join a mid size Vancouver firm with offices centrally located in Downtown Vancouver.

This firm has a long-standing history in Vancouver, being a well-established and highly recognized legal employer.

Working with a Partner and an Associate you will join an Insurance Defence practice. The partner in the share is very easy to work with being respectful and affable, this is a great role and a comfortable and pleasant working environment.

This role requires a candidate with at 2 years of Litigation experience; exposure to an Insurance Defence practice would be an advantage. A pleasant personality and team approach are vital for this role.

This is working in a very desirable share and will go quickly.

To apply, please forward your resume to Ruth and quote the job title in the subject line. Please send your resume to jobs@rjohnsoncorp.com.

While we thank everyone who applies for their time and interest we will only be able to respond to short-listed candidates due to the volume of resumes we receive daily.

Thank you for considering R. Johnson in your job search.