Manager of Corporate Services

Commissionaires Ottawa; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Ottawa is seeking a Manager, Corporate Services to oversee administrative and operational services. This role involves strategic leadership, managing teams, and ensuring quality assurance across various functions. The ideal candidate will have extensive management experience, particularly in facilities and corporate services, and will drive efficiency and excellence within the organization.

Benefits

Generous paid time off

Retirement plans with company matching

Employee discount programs

Social outings and holiday gatherings

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of management experience in administration, facilities, or corporate services.
• Proven leadership experience, including team coaching, mentorship, and performance management.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, coaching, and mentorship to teams across administration and logistics.
• Oversee internal administrative operations including policy documentation and budget management.
• Lead process improvement initiatives to increase operational efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Vendor Management

Operational Oversight

Continuous Improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration

Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management

Tools

ISO 9001

Lean

Six Sigma

Job description

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We are currently recruiting for a Manager, Corporate Services, to work in person at our headquarters in Ottawa, ON.

What you will be doing…

We are seeking a Manager, Corporate Services to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for our Corporate Services section. In this impactful role, you will lead teams and manage the core administrative, facilities, and operational services that support the mission of Commissionaires. You will also oversee quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives to drive efficiency and excellence.

Some of your responsibilities include…

• Provide leadership, coaching, and mentorship to teams across administration, logistics, facilities, procurement, fleet management, and quality assurance
• Lead process improvement initiatives to increase operational efficiency, streamline workflows, and enhance service delivery across Corporate Services
• Oversee internal administrative operations including policy documentation, insurance, business licenses and permits, document control, and budget management
• Manage facility operations of all Commissionaires-Ottawa offices, lease negotiations, furniture and equipment provisioning, maintenance coordination, and vendor relationships
• Oversee vehicle fleet management, including procurement, maintenance, and disposal of company vehicles
• Direct procurement activities, maintain the Company’s Approved Vendor List , and manage all aspects of the corporate clothing store, including inventory control and issuing uniforms
• Coordinate all quality management activities including ISO 9001 certification, audits, non-compliance reporting, and customer satisfaction follow-ups
• Support and enhance business continuity planning, emergency response procedures, and serve as Reconstitution Manager for recovery operations
• Provide logistical support for corporate functions, events, and fundraising activities; manage supplier advertising for corporate publications

What’s in it for you?

• Work for a reputable and nationally known company
• Work in a challenging and rewarding work environment
• Generous paid time off, holidays and sick days
• Retirement plans with company matching of employee contributions
• Employee discount programs, social outings and holiday gatherings
• Experience leading cross-functional teams in administration, logistics, facilities, procurement, fleet, and quality management
• Strong operational oversight skills, including planning, coordinating, and managing complex support services across multiple sites
• Familiarity with uniformed services or experience overseeing supply chains, equipment provisioning, and asset management
• Proven ability to apply continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma to optimize workflows and processes
• Expertise in vendor management, procurement activities, and maintaining critical operational readiness
• Demonstrated skills in facilities management, including infrastructure oversight, lease negotiation, and fleet operations
• A track record of coordinating emergency response plans, business continuity processes, and security procedures
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement abilities, especially in high-accountability environments
• Comfort balancing strategic planning with direct operational leadership, ensuring mission success under tight deadlines

Your must-haves:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Operations Management, or a related field
• Minimum of 7 years of management experience in administration, facilities, or corporate services
• Proven leadership experience, including team coaching, mentorship, and performance management
• Knowledge of procurement, budget management, facilities operations, and vendor relations
• Proficiency with ISO 9001 Quality Assurance standards and audit processes
• Fluency in English, French is considered an asset
• Eligibility for Level 2 (Secret) Security Clearance

Application Process

If we’re the right fit for you, we want to hear from you! Send us your resume and cover letter today!

NOTE:Only those candidates that meet the specified requirements will be considered for this position. Candidates that do not meet the requirements may be considered for similar opportunities.

Commissionaires’ values the diversity of our workforce and respects its employees as individuals, regardless of race, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, gender and age.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Commissionaires’ Policies on Accommodation, a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of Commissionaires’ hiring process.

Commissionaires-Ottawa does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants. However, please be aware that some third-party tools we utilize in our recruiting and selection process may incorporate AI technology.

We appreciate all who apply, however we will only be contacting candidates of interest.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

• Industries

  Security and Investigations

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