Executive Assistant

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Director of Executive Recruitment & Professional Support Specializing in Paralegal, Legal Assistant, Manager, Director and InHouse Recruitment | Best…

Our client is a valued partner and one of Canada’s leading alternative asset managers, with a strong presence across North America. Their success is fueled by a values-driven culture, a hands-on approach to asset management, and a commitment to working with people who lead with integrity, think entrepreneurially, and act decisively. They offer a dynamic, inclusive work environment that values collaboration, innovation, and diverse perspectives.

They are looking for a highly organized, proactive Executive Assistant to provide dedicated support to their Chief People Officer (CPO) and General Counsel. In this role, the successful candidate will manage a wide range of executive-level administrative tasks, help drive efficiency, and act as a trusted liaison across teams and departments.

This is a fast-paced, high-responsibility role that requires exceptional discretion, attention to detail, and the ability to manage shifting priorities with grace and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-level administrative support to the CPO and General Counsel, including managing calendars, scheduling meetings, preparing correspondence, and organizing complex travel arrangements, itineraries and agendas; expense reporting and reconciliation and compiling documents for meetings.
• Anticipate needs, track deadlines, and ensure executives are prepared for upcoming commitments.
• Coordinate the preparation of confidential documents, reports, and presentations.
• Serve as a point of contact between the executives and both internal and external stakeholders.
• Research and manage sensitive issues with discretion and sound judgment.
• Support department-wide scheduling and travel logistics for People & Culture and Legal teams.
• Plan and execute special projects and events, including staff meetings, recognition programs, and milestone celebrations.
• Maintain a system for tracking priorities and following up on action items.
• Record and distribute detailed meeting minutes when required.
• Assist with personal administrative tasks as requested.

What You Bring To The Role

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field (preferred).
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience supporting C-suite executives.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat, and Concur.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong sense of professionalism and emotional intelligence.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proven ability to work with confidential information and manage sensitive matters with discretion.
• Self-starter and team player with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
• Skilled at building strong working relationships with team members and external partners.
• Comfortable in a fast-moving, evolving environment with frequent changes and shifting demands.

If this opportunity sounds like a great fit for you, we’d love to hear from you! Please send your resume in confidence to Shona Tischner at shona@urbanlegal.ca.

At Urban Legal Recruitment, we respect your privacy—your application will be handled with the utmost discretion. While we truly appreciate every application, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative

• Industries

  Legal Services

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