Job Overview:
The Pacific Business & Law Institute is seeking a Receptionist/Administrative Assistant to join its close-knit team of lawyers and professionals in its Vancouver office. The position will be part-time – 5 hours each day (morning to early afternoon) at our office Tuesday to Friday, beginning on August 10, 2026. To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to [email protected]. While we appreciate all applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Responsibilities:
- Answer and direct telephone inquiries
- Process conference registrations and payments
- Provide administrative support to CEO, Programming Lawyer, Database and Event and Marketing managers when needed
- Preparing for and attending PBLI conferences
- Point of contact for faculty questions
- Assist with additions to database and marketing conferences
Qualifications:
- Ability to handle multiple tasks in a composed and professional manner
- Technical proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Access)
- Ability to work effectively with social media platforms
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Excellent organizational skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills, and ability to build and maintain business relationships
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
- Ability to deliver enthusiastic, exceptional customer service
The Pacific Business & Law Institute offers courses, conferences and forums in locations across Canada each year and has been committed to researching pressing issues, trends, and legal and social policy developments. Since early 1990, the Pacific Business & Law Institute has been bringing together First Nation, government, academic, professional and industry leaders to participate in interactive educational events of unsurpassed quality, unique for their multi-disciplined nature, variety of perspectives and the resultant cross-pollination of ideas. Many of our events are focused on significant issues impacting Aboriginal people.
Please note that this position offers flexibility and room to grow.
$26 to $32 per hour, based on experience.
Pay: $26.00-$32.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
