• Join a team where you can enjoy work-life balance and do meaningful work
• Receive a competitive annual salary of $118,821 to $129,153, plus full benefits
• Enjoy a positive work culture that prioritizes diversity, equity, collaboration, and innovation

The Law Society ensures the public is well served by legal professionals who are honourable and competent. We regulate the legal profession in BC, protecting the public interest in the administration of justice, by setting and enforcing standards of professional conduct for lawyers. We also bring a voice to issues affecting the justice system and the delivery of legal services.

The Law Society of BC is proud to be recognized as one of BC’s Top 100 Employers since 2022. We are an organization that values a positive work culture, and that includes ensuring we are a diverse, equitable, collaborative, and innovative organization both inside and out. We are also passionate about employee development and wellness, and are proud to offer comprehensive benefits and support to our team members.

To read more about us, our mission, various initiatives, and resources, please visit our website.

The Law Society is currently seeking a permanent, full-time Manager of Privacy, Records and Information Management to join our team in a hybrid work environment, in Vancouver, B.C.

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, this role is responsible for leading the organization’s privacy, access to information, and records management functions, ensuring compliance with FIPPA and overseeing the development and effectiveness of related strategies, systems, and team performance.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and managing the Privacy, Records and Information Management (PRIM) team to ensure operational effectiveness and productivity
• Overseeing compliance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) and applicable records management standards
• Developing, implementing, and maintaining privacy, records, and information management policies, procedures, and documentation
• Providing guidance, training, and advisory support to staff and leadership on privacy and records management practices
• Managing access to information requests, privacy compliance matters, and records-related processes across the organization
• Supporting and mentoring team members through hiring, coaching, performance management, and professional development
• Overseeing electronic and physical records systems, including document management platforms and file storage solutions
• Managing library resources, subscriptions, and vendor relationships with external partners
• Coordinating digitization initiatives, including scanning projects and records modernization efforts
• Leading disaster planning and risk mitigation strategies for legal archives and records
• Preparing reports, budgets, and strategic plans related to privacy and records management for senior leadership
• Building and maintaining effective relationships with internal stakeholders and external service providers

To qualify, experience ensuring compliance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) or equivalent legislation is required. You will also need a Master of Library Science, Master of Archival Studies, or Master of Library and Information Studies (or an equivalent combination of education and experience in records and information management). A minimum of 3 years’ experience in records management, ideally within a government, regulatory, or public sector environment, will also be essential. Prior experience managing staff in a dynamic and complex environment is an asset.

Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:

• Education or certifications in privacy law or information privacy practices
• Experience working within legal, regulatory, or post-secondary environments
• Familiarity with document management systems such as OpenText/NetDocuments eDocs DM/RM and SharePoint
• Strong technical proficiency across Microsoft Office and records management systems

This is a highly visible and impactful leadership role suited to a collaborative, pragmatic professional who can drive continuous improvement in privacy and records management while fostering strong relationships across the organization.

As recognition for all your hard work and determination, you can look forward to an annual salary ranging from $118,821 to $129,153, evaluated on skills and experience, plus the following:

• A hybrid work model
• Extended health benefits, including vision, prescription, and dental coverage
• Insurance coverage including accidental death and dismemberment, life, and short and long-term disability
• 4 weeks' vacation to start 
• The Law Society health spending account
• RRSP matching
• Join an organization that promotes a healthy work-life balance and a respectful workplace
• Team and organization social events such as monthly socials, celebrating birthday and service milestones, and annual events including the annual winter party and recognition lunch