Executive Assistant to the CEO and Board of Directors Liaison: Salary range 110,000-120,000, a terrific bonus, an excellent benefit plan, a great pension plan, 3-4 weeks of vacation and other employee perks! This is a HYBRID role (working 3-4 days per week in the office). The office is DT Toronto and it is a short walk from Union Station

Executive Assistant to the CEO and Board of Directors Liaison

Salary range 110,000-120,000, a terrific bonus, an excellent benefit plan, a great pension plan, 3-4 weeks of vacation and other employee perks!

This is a HYBRID role (working 3-4 days per week in the office).  The office is DT Toronto and it is a short walk from Union Station.

The OPPORTUNITY: Our client is an organization that has a long, stable history in Toronto and it is both environmentally and socially responsible.  They are seeking an Executive Assistant to support a busy and dynamic CEO and also be a liaison with the Board of Directors. This CEO is looking for a long-term partnership as the CEO knows the true value that an EA can provide. In this role you will be responsible for assisting a busy CEO with extensive and complex calendar management, triaging email and providing a high level of administrative support. The successful candidate will possess drive, initiative and a passion to contribute to the success of the CEO, the Board of Directors and the overall organization! If you are an individual who enjoys working in a dynamic and collaborative environment, then we want to hear from you!

Duties and Responsibilities:

·         Efficiently manage all day-to-day administrative matters of the CEO.

·         Managing the CEOs calendar, ensuring demands are effectively prioritized and the time of the CEO is utilized in an efficient and effective way. The CEO is a part of several external Boards and travels globally to give speeches and attend conferences.

·         Liaising with the CEO and their direct reports through information sharing and follow-up, while maintaining a high level of confidentiality and discretion.

·         Keen ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, Board of Directors, prominent community leaders and with leaders within the government.

·         Successfully complete critical aspects of deliverables with a hands-on approach, including drafting letters, correspondence, reviewing speeches and reports, etc.

·         Evaluating, prioritizing, and following up on incoming issues and concerns addressed to the CEO, including those of a sensitive or confidential nature.

·         Organizing and coordinating events in collaboration with other teams, such as off-site meetings, conferences and business functions on behalf of the CEO.

·         Coordinating extensive travel (flights, accommodation and car service), provide detailed itineraries, and agendas and compile documents for travel-related meetings.

·         Assisting the CEO in preparing Board and Committee meeting materials, meeting submission timeline and deadlines as well as coordinating and attending leadership/ management meetings.  Attend executive and Board meetings, take minutes and follow up on action items.  Maintain minutes for BOD meetings.

·         Accurate and timely management of all expense submissions for the CEO and for external Board expenses, following protocols to obtain necessary approvals.

·         Providing a bridge for smooth communication between CEO’s office and internal departments; demonstrating leadership to maintain credibility, trust and support.

·         Perform ad hoc and other duties as required.

Qualifications:

·         Previous experience supporting a C-level executive in a large, complex and dynamic organization and experience working with a Board of Directors.

·         Post Secondary Education (Diploma or Degree) is a definite asset.

·         Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

·         Possesses the ability to be extremely detail oriented in a fast paced and dynamic environment.

·         A critical thinker with the ability to exercise sound judgment, confidentiality, discretion and integrity at all times.

·         Possesses the ability to build relationships with prominent global/local executives and government officials.

·         Excellent time management skills to assist with the efficient management of the CEOs’ time.

·         Possesses the ability to recognize and identify constantly changing and shifting priorities to ensure all deadlines are met.

·         Self-motivated, proactive, resourceful and has the ability to remain calm while working with deadlines.

·         Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

·         Possesses tact, diplomacy and enjoys building relationships with internal and external stakeholders.