Executive Administrative Assistant

About the Role

As the Executive Administrative Assistant you will support the Executive Administrative Manager in delivering high-level administrative and operational support to senior executives including but not limited to the Chief Executive Officer of Vega Academic Services the President & Vice-Chancellor of IBU and Vice-President of Strategy and Growth.

Title: Executive Administrative Assistant
Type: Full-Time Permanent
Department: Executive Administration
Reporting to:Executive Administrative Manager
Location: Toronto Ontario (Hybrid)
Existing Vacancy: Yes
Compensation Range: $60000 - $70000 annually

Why Join IBU

Located in downtown Toronto IBU is one of Canadas fastest-growing universities offering a dynamic academic and professional environment driven by innovation research and academic excellence. By joining IBU you will have the opportunity to work closely with senior leaders support high-impact initiatives and contribute directly to the success and growth of a dynamic and evolving institution.

What Youll Do

• Support the Executive Administrative Manager in providing high-level administrative support to senior executives including calendar management meeting coordination and travel arrangements.
• Coordinate executive priorities communications and strategic initiatives ensuring timely follow-up and alignment across leadership teams.
• Prepare edit and organize executive documents presentations reports and meeting materials.
• Manage executive correspondence and communications ensuring inquiries are handled professionally accurately and in a timely manner.
• Plan and coordinate executive meetings events conferences and leadership activities overseeing logistics and ensuring seamless execution.
• Provide project coordination support for strategic initiatives by tracking timelines monitoring action items and following up on deliverables.
• Maintain confidential records support stakeholders and visitors and uphold the highest standards of professionalism discretion and customer service.

This is a hybrid role based in Toronto requiring in-person attendance as needed including weekdays evenings and occasional Saturdays.

What You Bring/Who You Are

• Bachelors degree or equivalent experience in Business Administration Communications or related field.
• 5 years of experience supporting C-suite and other senior executive-level management.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in fast-paced high-pressure and high-stress environments.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with executives employees and external partners.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills with an eye for detail and accuracy.
• Discretion and integrity when handling confidential information at all times.
• Superior ability to remain calm and composed under stress and manage competing demands effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook) with advanced skills in PowerPoint and Excel.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically in high-pressure situations.
• Experience in project management and handling complex schedules and logistics.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Highly self-motivated proactive and adaptable to changing priorities.

Additional Information

To support the overall well-being and success of our employees IBU offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package which may include the following based on role eligibility:

• 100% employer-paid extended Health & Dental benefits
• 24/7 access to an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and virtual healthcare services
• Life Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) and Long-Term Disability insurance
• Competitive paid time off starting at three weeks
• Tuition Benefit Program
• Access to preferred corporate membership rates with GoodLife Fitness
• Engaging employee appreciation and community-building events

IBU is an Equal Opportunity Employer

IBU is committed to fostering a diverse inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone feels welcome valued and respected. We are dedicated to the principles of equal opportunity and encourage applications regardless of race religion colour national origin gender sexual orientation age marital status or disability status. Please contact if you require accommodation during the recruitment process.

Application Process

All applications are reviewed by our HR team. We may use AI tools to support certain stages of the hiring process and do not replace human judgment. IBU is committed to the responsible and fair use of AI in compliance with applicable laws.

While we appreciate all applications we regret that we can only contact those candidates selected for an thank all applicants for their submissions.