Overview
Executive Admin Assistant Jobs in Montreal, Canada at Sun Life
Location: Montreal
Job Description
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*** This is a 14 months contract opportunity***
The incumbent will be responsible for providing efficient and high-quality administrative support to the VP of Business Development and, to a lesser extent, support for any in-person meetings. The successful candidate will be a self-confident, creative, innovative thinker with superior organization and time management skills, and the ability to handle a variety of responsibilities. The role is fast paced with multiple demands and requires a demonstrated regard for confidentiality and a high level of judgment.
What will you do?
Manages all aspects of the VP’s calendar to ensure meetings are prioritised with internal and external clients/business partners as appropriate
Manages all travel arrangements
Manages the administrative budget work for the VP (expense reimbursements, purchase orders)
Monitors VP’s emails and manages those that request time for meetings.
Proactively anticipates the needs of the VP in a dynamic and fast paced environment
Assists in the preparation (including reviewing French version) and distribution of internal and external communications
Assists other leaders with administrative support as needed
May support events and perform other administrative duties as required
What do you need to succeed?
Bilingualism (French, English, both oral and written) is required for the frequent interactions with English and French-speaking colleagues or internal partners across Canada and worldwide.
A minimum of 5 years’ experience working as an Executive Assistant supporting senior leaders
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, in French and English
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to perform with professionalism
Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work in a team environment as well as independently
Able to be proactive and take initiative
Able to handle and maintain confidential company information
Able to make professional decisions.
What’s in it for you?
The opportunity to move along a variety of career paths with amazing networking potential
Flexible Benefits from the day you join to meet the needs of you and your family
We’re committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment. Our goal is to make sure all our employees have the chance to live up to their full potential
We’re honoured to be recognized as a 2025 Best Workplaces in Ontario by Great Place to Work® Canada
We are thrilled to be recognized by Excellence Canada with their top-level certification, the Canada Order of Excellence for Mental Health at Work®, for prioritizing employee well-being, fostering a positive work culture, and achieving excellence in mental health
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Title: Executive Admin Assistant
Company: Sun Life
Location: Montreal, Canada
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