Executive Assistant
Job Summary
Ready to elevate your career GESI is expanding! We are officially hunting for our next Executive Assistant in Vaughan Ontario someone ready to bring fresh ideas and grow alongside a dynamic team.
About Us
GESI: GFL Environmental Services Inc. (GESI) is a high-growth environmental services company recently carved out of GFL Environmental Inc. Backed by leading private equity firms GESI delivers liquid waste industrial cleaning and soil remediation services across North America through a vertically integrated platform of over 230 sites and a fleet of 1800 vehicles. Our employees over 5600 of us enjoy numerous benefits: career advancement opportunities competitive benefits job stability within an essential services company and the chance to make a positive impact every day for our customers and communities Green for Life!
The Role
GFL Environmental is adding to the leadership support team and looking for an elite Executive Assistant to support the Environmental Services division. This role will support the executive leading the division as well as key senior leaders. With expert-level execution our new team member will enhance the office of the executive and the divisions performance.
Your strong organization communication and prioritization skills deliver best-in-class management of an executives office. You identify and implement improvements based on your deep expertise as an elite Executive Assistant. Expert management of meetings and associated logistics is a core competency. You anticipate the executives needs and manage multiple priorities with an appropriate sense of urgency empathy and excellence. Your resourcefulness and drive to deliver top-results are matched by your people-first approach to leading an executive office. This leadership team has a demanding travel schedule which requires your expert-level travel planning skills. You have a high degree of emotional intelligence and discretion. This critical role requires a dynamic individual with a proactive mindset and who will actively facilitate the performance of the business.
Optimize the executives calendar to maximize efficiency
Personalize the executives schedule to their preferences understand internal / external obligations prioritize requests for time and facilitate urgent demands or issues;
Make meetings effective and project manage deliverables
Manage logistics prepare participants and create relevant materials (i.e.: financial reports status reports presentations)
Create action item reports support key business initiatives and follow-up on delivery;
Maintain proficiency with software applications and department systems as required;
Provide event management support as requested;
Improve flow of information
Triage incoming and coordinating outgoing correspondence;
Build institutional knowledge to clearly communicate with the team;
Compose and prepare correspondence maintain contact lists make travel arrangements and complete expense reports;
Manage employee engagement activities
Coordinate announcement recognition and celebration projects and associated logistics in collaboration with key stakeholders;
Perform a broad variety of administrative and project management tasks which facilitate the executive and leadership teams ability to effectively lead the organization;
Special projects as assigned
What Were Looking For (Qualifications)
Experience: 2-5 years of progressive experience managing an executive office supporting a large organization is preferred.
Education: Post-secondary education in administrative support office administration or a related field is preferred.
Technical Skills: Google Workspace (Docs Sheets Slides Gmail)
Soft Skills: Ability to maintain confidentiality and be self-disciplined. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities. Ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication skills between team members vendors management and customers. Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail.
Location
This is a 100% onsite role based in Vaughan ON with a planned permanent relocation to Markham ON around January 2027.
Mobility Requirement
Must possess a valid G License and have everyday access to a reliable vehicle.
What We Offer
Why join us We believe in taking care of our team. Here is a snapshot of our total rewards you can expect:
Health: Comprehensive medical dental and vision insurance.
Wellness: Employee Assistance Program life insurance and paid time-off
Financial: RRSP matching profit sharing and competitive wages
Culture: Growth opportunities and continuous learning opportunities
Join us and become part of Team Green at GFL Environmental where your skills and dedication will be valued and rewarded. Apply now for this exciting opportunity!
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We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorshipfor this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date.
This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.
Required Experience:
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