Canadian Tire
Job title:
Administrative Assistant
Company
Canadian Tire
Job description
What you’ll doThe Administrative Assistant will provide administrative, managerial and organization assistance to the Vice President, Legacy Modernization. The successful candidate will be a high-energy, experienced executive assistant with an extremely professional demeanour, business maturity and discretion. This role will satisfy the self-starter who takes pride in contributing through support for the C-suite and has enthusiasm for coordinating key financial events, recognizing that s/he is an extension of the office of the VP and will represent their presence accordingly.Proven track record in an administrative roleHigh degree of professionalism, business maturity, common sense and good judgementStrong organization skills and attention to detail and accuracyFlexibility and able to thrive in a fast-paced environmentAble to maintain confidentiality on highly sensitive mattersTakes pride in contributing through support with a positive attitudeTakes personal accountabilityCritical thinkerResponsibilitiesCoordinate all administrative aspects, including dynamic calendar management, meeting setup (A/V equipment and catering, etc), guest pickups, expense reports, travel arrangements, improvement of filing systems, and ordering of supplies to ensure the team operates efficiently and effectivelySchedule and organize the quarterly business review meetings and annual planning meetingsAct as the key point of contact for several vendors providing reliable and timely resolution to inquiriesOnboard new employeesPlan and co-ordinate team events, PI Planning and Quarterly meetings including catering and PowerPoint PresentationsWhat you bring5+ years of experience supporting VP executives’ role within a fast paced and/or professional firmAdvanced working knowledge of Adobe and Microsoft Office Suite. Knowledge of Concur is an asset.Superior written and verbal communication skillsHigh level of independence and can be relied upon to follow work through to completionProven ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, take initiative, exercise sound judgement, and anticipate needsProven ability to establish valuable relationships within an organizationDemonstrate a positive attitude, with the ability to cope well under pressure with little or no supervisionProvide professional administrative support in a helpful, respectful and friendly mannerExtremely professional with executive presence, tact, and political savvyWilling to occasionally monitor email off-hoursWork onsite 3 days a weekProvide back up support to the other IT Administrative AssistantsHybridWe value flexibility. We have adopted a hybrid work model whereby employees use a combination of working in office and virtually in service of outcomes. Each leader is empowered to decide what work is best achieved in person based on the unique needs of their team.#LI-NV1About UsCanadian Tire Corporation, Limited (“CTC”) is one of Canada’s most admired and trusted companies. With more than 90 Owned Brands, 1,700 retail locations, financial services, exemplary e-commerce capabilities, and exciting market-leading merchandising strategies. We dream big and work as one to innovate with purpose for our customers at every level of our business, investing in new technologies and products, and doubling down on top talent to drive the company forward. We offer competitive salaries and wages to CTC employees, as well as store discounts, supported learning through our Triangle Learning Academy, Canadian Tire Profit Sharing, and retirement and savings programs for eligible employees. As part of our enhanced flex benefits program, we offer mental health benefits in the amount of $5,000 per year for benefits-eligible employees and their families, including total well-being, and mental health tools and resources for all employees. Join us in helping to make life in Canada better through living and working our Core Values: we are innovators and entrepreneurs at our core, outcomes drive us, inclusion is a must, we are stronger together and we take personal responsibility. It is an especially exciting time to join CTC and its family of companies where career opportunities are wide-ranging! Join us, where there’s a place for you here.Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion and BelongingWe are committed to fostering an environment where belonging thrives, and diversity, inclusion and equity are infused into everything we do. We believe in building an organizational culture where people are consistently treated with dignity while respecting individual religion, nationality, gender, race, age, perceived ability, spoken language, sexual orientation, and identification. We are united in our purpose of being here to help make life in Canada better.AccommodationsWe stand firm in our Core Value that inclusion is a must. We welcome and encourage candidates from equity-seeking groups such as people who identify as racialized, Indigenous, 2SLGBTQIA+, women, people with disabilities, and beyond. Should you require any accommodation in applying for this role, or throughout the interview process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to help meet your needs.
Expected salary
Location
Toronto, ON
Job date
Sun, 15 Sep 2024 05:08:14 GMT
To help us track our recruitment effort, please indicate in your email/cover letter where (un-jobs.net) you saw this job posting.