Executive Assistant - Toronto, Canada - Manulife

Manulife
Manulife
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Toronto, Canada

3 weeks ago

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_Are you looking for a supportive, collaborative workplace with great teams and inspiring leaders? You've come to the right place. We're looking for ambitious people who share our values and want to make every day better for people around the world. If this sounds like you, and the career below sounds exciting, we'd like to hear from you. _

Working Arrangement
Hybrid


This role provides primary day-to-day executive administrative support to the
VP Global IT, Operations & Marketing Finance and assist in the fulfillment of her responsibilities.

This position requires professionalism, judgment, strong organizational skills, the ability to deal with individuals at all levels, and confidentiality in dealing with sensitive situations that require tact and diplomacy.


The Executive Assistant is accountable for a wide range of administrative functions including; scheduling and calendar management, travel arrangements, expense reporting, preparing documents, presentations and other communications for senior audiences.

The incumbent is proactive, anticipates issues and initiates appropriate action to ensure the most effective use of the VP's time; proofreads, makes edits to and formats documents.

This position is also responsible for giving direction and assistance to the VP's direct reports and their departments.


Responsibilities:


  • Manage executive's calendar, organize internal/external meetings, catering requirements, video/teleconference needs and prepare materials in advance for review
  • Manage the complex schedule by independently assessing the urgency of competing requests and proactively handles scheduling conflicts
  • Proactive gatekeeper in planning her calendar and in understanding her priorities and preferences, advising of incoming priorities on a timely basis as needed
  • Manage and complete expenses on a regular basis
  • Effectively coordinate and execute travel arrangements for domestic and international trips, and provide ongoing support for travail expense reimbursement
  • Help liaise with IT, Security and HR as required to facilitate onboarding or termination of employees reporting directly into the VP's office
  • Help plan, coordinate and execute offsites, townhalls and onsite conferences
  • Establish excellent working relationships with members of the ELT executive assistants
  • Maintain records and/or coordination of information collection
  • Assist with projects and initiatives as assigned.
  • Provide back up support of Group Finance executive assistants

What we are looking for

  • University or College diploma in Administration or Business or extensive related business experience
  • 5 years' experience providing executive administrative support to senior executive management
  • Strong interpersonal and diplomacy skills with a high comfort level in dealing with senior management and individuals at all levels.
  • Ability to handle confidential information, exercise discretion and tact in sensitive/confidential situations
  • Ability to use judgment in anticipating and initiating appropriate action along with ability to analyze situations/issues and recommend change.
  • Ability to multitask, be flexible and move from one priority to another, while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Strong administrative, organizational and prioritizing skills, using time effectively to meet deadlines
  • Ability to take initiative, manage stress and thrive in a fastpaced environment
  • Excellent verbal communication, writing and editing skills.
  • Highly proficient PC skills, especially Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint)
  • Familiarity and prior experience with statistics, financial services, concepts an asset

What can we offer you?

  • A competitive salary and benefits packages.
  • A growth trajectory that extends upward and outward, encouraging you to follow your passions and learn new skills.
  • A focus on growing your career path with us.
  • Flexible work policies and strong worklife balance.
  • Professional development and leadership opportunities.

Our dedication to you

  • Valuesfirst culture
  • We lead with our Values every day and bring them to life together.
  • Boundless opportunity
  • We create opportunities to learn and grow at every stage of your career.
  • Continuous innovation
  • We invite you to help redefine the future of financial services.
  • Delivering the promise of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
  • We foster an inclusive workplace where everyone thrives.
  • Championing Corporate Citizenship
  • We build a business that benefits all partners and has a positive social and environmental impact.

About John Hancock and Manulife
**Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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