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Employment Outlook

Paralegals

Industry sources report that there is currently demand for paralegals in the province. Organizations that hire paralegals, such as those offering real estate, financial, insurance and legal services, are expected to expand as the need for their services increases due to population growth.

Job Openings Outlook in BC

an infographic showing the job openings outlook in british columbia for paralegals

Source: WorkBC

Legal Administrative Assistants

The employment outlook is good for legal administrative assistants with hands-on practical experience and knowledge in various areas of legal practice. Individuals with training and experience in litigation, corporate, estate and conveyance procedures, as well as those with strong computer and communication skills, are in higher demand.

Job Openings Outlook in BC

an infographic showing the job openings outlook in british columbia for legal administrative assistants

Source: WorkBC

Social Policy Researchers, Consultants & Program Officers

Job Openings Outlook in BC

an infographic showing the job openings outlook in british columbia for social policy researchers

Source: WorkBC

Bailiffs

Bailiffs is a very small occupational group and few new openings are expected in the coming years. The majority of the openings that arise will be due to retirements.

Job Openings Outlook in BC

an infographic showing the job openings outlook in british columbia for bailiffs

Source: WorkBC