Executive Assistant and Event Project Coordinator - 14 month contract

QuadReal Property Group Ltd; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate investment firm in Toronto is seeking an Executive Assistant and Event Project Coordinator for a 14-month contract. The candidate will provide comprehensive administrative support, manage event logistics, and aid in developing communication initiatives. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational skills and a background in project management. This position offers a full-time schedule and opportunities to work across various teams.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related administrative and communications experience.
• Experience managing and leading projects.
• Event planning experience for corporate engagements.

Responsibilities

• Compose presentations, brochures, and reports for the Chief Communications Officer.
• Coordinate meetings, conference calls, and travel arrangements.
• Support budget management utilizing Excel.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Event planning

Budget management

Initiative

Attention to detail

Education

University degree in a related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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About QuadReal Property Group

QuadReal Property Group is a global real estate investment, operating and development company headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia. Its assets under management are $94 billion. From its foundation in Canada as a full-service real estate operating company, QuadReal has expanded its capabilities to invest in equity and debt in both the public and private markets. QuadReal invests directly, via programmatic partnerships and through operating platforms in which it holds an ownership interest.

QuadReal seeks to deliver strong investment returns while creating sustainable environments that bring value to the people and communities it serves. Now and for generations to come.

QuadReal : Excellence lives here.

www.quadreal.com

Executive Assistant & Event Project Coordinator - 14 Month contract

The Executive Assistant & Event Project Coordinator provides comprehensive administrative and select project management support to the Chief Communications Officer. Working closely with the Chief Communications Officer, the Executive Assistant will assist with the management of varied, corporate projects, event plan, aid in the development of ongoing communication initiatives / branding materials and play a vital role in ensuring a high level of communication within the team.

The Executive Assistant will be a strong communicator with highly effective organizational skills, creative flare and the ability to transform information into engaging and informative communication pieces that reflect QuadReal’s communication objectives and culture.

Responsibilities

Compose and / or prepare presentations, brochures, memorandums, correspondence and reports on behalf of the Chief Communications Officer by identifying required information, researching background information, and gathering it from appropriate sources.

Coordinate meetings and gatherings, conference calls and travel arrangements for the CCO including preparation and submitting of expenses.

Attend, minute and distribute materials for scheduled management meetings. Documentation and management of meeting outcomes will be required.

Support budget management utilizing Excel, lead coding invoices, expense reports, corporate credit card expenses and cheque requisitions through corporate software.

C-Suite Events - Work closely with the CEO, CCO and senior management on the planning, budgeting and execution of various events, including but not limited to Board of Directors Dinners, visitor presentations, tours and social activities and regional events. Plan large meetings, including an appropriate layout of rooms, seating arrangements, dinner menus, invitations, travel and logistics etc.

Develop and write select internal and external communication pieces and support other development and maintenance of communication tools and channels.

Liaise with the team and external agencies on key and emerging priorities.

Prepare creative presentations in PowerPoint and other software programs that utilize photos, videos, audio material and other visual assets.

Corporate Headshot Photo Management - Coordinate corporate headshot photos for all QuadReal employees including interns, ensuring a consistent and professional look throughout the company.

Manage the online companywide QuadReal Swag Store, including maintaining, promoting, and distributing an up to date and budget sensitive inventory.

Maintain and update the corporate calendar with all company-wide events, meetings, and important dates.

Receive and screen information, visitors, and phone calls using judgement of sensitivity to the executive officer’s priorities.

Provide information and refer callers to other appropriate individuals, if matters can be responded to elsewhere.

Prepare correspondence, memos, minutes and reports frequently of a confidential, strategic and / or specialized nature from handwritten material.

Experience and Qualifications :

5+ years of related administrative and communications experience. Experience managing and leading projects is considered an asset.

University degree in a related discipline.

Event planning experience for board, corporate and employee engagements.

Financial management and budgeting skills, along with expense management.

Ability to use initiative and self-managing skills to work independently with minimal direction and respond effectively to issues that arise.

Ability to effectively partner with all levels of the business and develop / sustain cooperative working relationships with internal staff, clients and external contacts. Adapt to different communication styles

Ability to communicate effectively, both oral and written; ability to exercise confidentiality. Ability to work effectively across time zones.

Ability to allocate time effectively, work under pressure and manage tight deadlines; ability to handle multiple demands, competing priorities and adapt to new ideas and constant changes; analytical and detail-oriented.

Keen focus on producing accurate and high caliber work.

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Power Point and Excel; advanced proficiency in spelling, punctuation and grammar

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Note to Recruiters : QuadReal does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to QuadReal, directly or indirectly, will be considered QuadReal property. QuadReal will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. A recruiting agency must first have a valid, written and fully executed agency agreement contract for engaged services to submit resumes.

QuadReal Property Group will provide reasonable accommodation at any time throughout the hiring process for applicants with disabilities or for those needing job postings in an alternate format. If you require accommodation, please advise the Talent Acquisition team member you are working with and include the following : Job posting #, your name and your preferred method of contact.

About us

At QuadReal, we create spaces that enhance the lives of the people and communities we serve. Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, our vision is to be a leading global real estate partner—driving meaningful impact while delivering prudent growth and strong returns.

With a global presence across Canada, the U.S., Asia, and the UK, our success is built on our values—integrity, collaboration, performance, innovation, and responsibility. Dedicated teams and like-minded partners are why we are one of the world’s leading real estate companies.

Join an exceptional team of over 1,900 professionals in an environment that empowers you to grow, excel, and make a difference. Together, we’re reimagining an industry and building a culture where ingenuity meets community-building.

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