Executive Assistant, Legal (Temporary 12-18 Months)

Canpotex; Saskatoon; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Canpotex is seeking a temporary Executive Assistant, Legal, to support the Legal and Corporate Affairs department in Saskatoon. This role involves organizing meetings, managing legal documents, and providing administrative support. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree, administrative experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Join a leading company dedicated to global food security and enjoy a flexible hybrid-work environment.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid-work environment

Competitive total rewards package

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of administrative assistant experience at the senior or executive level.
• Legal administrative assistant experience is an asset.
• Familiarity with basic legal concepts, procedures and terminologies.

Responsibilities

• Assist in organizing Board of Directors meetings and related materials.
• Manage administrative matters within the Legal and Corporate Affairs department.
• Prepare quarterly financial updates for management.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Business, Legal Administration, Office Administration

Job description

Canpotex is proud to be one of Saskatchewan’s Top Employers in 2025. We are a people-focused organization with diverse and dynamic career development opportunities. Join us as we work towards our mission of global food security. Apply today!

We have an exciting opportunity to grow your career at Canpotex! We are accepting applications for a temporary Executive Assistant, Legal at our Saskatoon office. This position is temporary and is expected to last approximately 12-18 months.

We are:

Headquartered in Saskatoon with three international offices, we are one of the world's largest suppliers of potash overseas. On behalf of our Shareholders, Mosaic and Nutrien, we market and deliver Saskatchewan potash, a valuable fertilizer nutrient, to millions of fields and farmers globally - ultimately helping the world grow more food.

We offer:

Situated in the vibrant Saskatoon area of River Landing, occupying a spacious, world-class contemporary office building that supports our culture. We proudly offer a flexible hybrid-work environment that encourages a flexible work-life balance while promoting meaningful connections with colleagues and stakeholders. We are passionate about ensuring food security for young people through our community investment program that allows our employees individual volunteer opportunities. We proudly offer a competitive total rewards package, career growth opportunities and the experience to collaborate with global colleagues and customers.

The opportunity:

• Assisting with the organization of Board of Directors meetings and the preparation of related materials, including managing all Board and Committee meeting invites, and collaborating with various Canpotex Executive Assistants on document preparation deadlines and assisting with scheduling details.
• Manages and assists with various administrative matters within the Legal and Corporate Affairs department, including scheduling and organizing meetings, managing calendars and coordinating travel, and annual budgeting (including tracking, monitoring, and managing expenses and invoices).
• Prepares quarterly financial updates for Legal and Corporate Affairs to be presented to management.
• Assists with the preparation, review, finalization, execution and delivery of various documents and letters required by Legal and Corporate Affairs, making certain they fall within the Canpotex corporate standards requirements.
• Manages and maintains the electronic and paper legal files/documents management system and record retention processes within Legal and Corporate Affairs.
• Coordinates department activities and events as needed.

You have:

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Business, Legal Administration, Office Administration or a related field.
• Minimum of two years of administrative assistant experience assisting at the senior or executive level. Legal administrative assistant experience is considered an asset.
• Familiarity with basic legal concepts, procedures and terminologies.

You bring:

• Demonstrated proficiency in technology, including expertise in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to uphold the highest degree of ethics and integrity and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to organize workloads, set priorities, and complete assignments efficiently and within assigned deadlines.

This position will remain open until filled and review of applications will be ongoing. Candidates are encouraged to apply early.

We recognize the diverse nature of applicants and consider a combination of equivalent education and experience. We are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other personal characteristic protected by legal grounds.

We thank all candidates for applying; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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