Vancouver, British Columbia
Recruitment and HR in Vancouver
Vancouver employers fight high living costs when they hire. Candidates weigh pay, commute and flexibility very carefully, and BC rules require a pay range on every public job posting.
- 20% of first-year salary
- 90-day replacement guarantee
The Vancouver hiring market
Technology and gaming
Software, gaming and visual effects studios hire developers, product and marketing people.
Ports and logistics
The Port of Vancouver is the largest port in Canada, which drives demand for supply chain, customs and logistics roles.
Life sciences and clean tech
Biotech, health technology and clean energy companies hire for regulatory, quality and engineering roles.
Film and TV production
Production companies and service providers need finance, HR and operations professionals.
Roles we recruit in Vancouver
IT and tech
Software, cloud, data and IT operations
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Supply chain and logistics
Managers, buyers, planners, customs
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Marketing
Digital, brand, content, product marketing
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Pharma and life sciences
Regulatory, quality, clinical, lab
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Accounting and finance
From staff accountant to controller
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Executive search
C-level, VP and director searches
View detailsRules that matter for Vancouver employers
- British Columbia: since November 1, 2023, all employers must include the expected pay or pay range in publicly advertised jobs under the Pay Transparency Act. Source
- British Columbia: employees covered by the Employment Standards Act get up to five days of paid sick leave a year after 90 days of employment. Source
Hiring well in Vancouver
With pay ranges public on every posting, candidates compare offers line by line. We help you set a range that attracts the right people without overpaying.
For HR support between hires, see our HR subscription.
Common questions
Do BC job postings need a salary range?
Yes. Since November 1, 2023, every publicly advertised job in BC must include the expected pay or pay range.
Can your HR subscription handle BC rules?
Yes. Policies and documents are written for the province where your employees work. See HR outsourcing.
Hiring, or stuck on an HR question?
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