Job Description

What you'll do

The Executive Assistant will provide administrative, managerial and organization assistance to the Chief Information & Technology Officer, as well as team support to other Technology executives and their assistants as needed. The successful candidate will be a high-energy, experienced executive assistant with an extremely professional demeanor, 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 events, recognizing that s/he is an extension of the office of the Executive and will represent their presence accordingly.

Coordinate 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 effectively Coordinate and work closely with the SVP offices and their Administrative Assistants to ensure deadlines are met and high-quality reports are submitted Schedule and organize the quarterly business review meetings, annual planning meetings, and team meetings, including agenda and presentation material preparation, etc. Create and monitor team budgets including processing invoices, tracking to budget, and proactively bringing forecasted variances to the attention of management Onboard and offboard new employees Plan and co-ordinate team events Oversee high level calendar by learning the business priorities, in addition to a volume of email triage and response Coordinate complex schedules and travel itineraries

What you bring

5+ years of experience supporting C Suite level executives role within a fast paced and/or professional firm Proven track record in an administrative role High degree of professionalism, business maturity, common sense, and good judgement Strong organization skills and attention to detail and accuracy Flexibility and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment Ability to maintain confidentiality on highly sensitive matters Pride in contributing through support with a positive attitude Advanced working knowledge of Adobe and Microsoft Office Suite (Strong PowerPoint Skills) Knowledge of Hyperion, PeopleSoft, Concur and SmartView is an asset. Superior written and verbal communication skills High level of independence and reliability to follow work through to completion Proven ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, take initiative, exercise sound judgement, and anticipate needs Proven ability to establish valuable relationships within an organization A demonstrated positive attitude, with the ability to cope well under pressure with minimal oversight Experience providing professional administrative support in a helpful, respectful and friendly manner Experience monitoring budgets Extremely professional executive presence, tact, and political savvy Willingness to occasionally monitor email off-hours

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About Us

Canadian 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 Belonging

We 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.

Accommodations

We 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.