Partner Administrative Assistant

KPMG Canada; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in Vancouver seeks an experienced Administrative Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative support to senior management. Responsibilities include managing calendars, coordinating travel, and preparing documents. Ideal candidates will have advanced MS Office skills, at least 5 years of administrative experience, and strong project management abilities. The expected salary range is CAD 47,000 to CAD 71,500, with opportunities for bonuses, in a flexible and inclusive working environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards program

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years administration experience.
• Ability to quickly learn proprietary software.
• Capable of working independently and taking ownership of tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to partners and client service teams.
• Adhere to risk management and branding National guidelines.
• Prepare, edit and proofread documents such as correspondence and presentations.
• Manage partners’ calendar and contact database.
• Coordinate travel arrangements and meetings.

Skills

Advanced skills with MS Office and Adobe products

Excellent communication skills

Strong project management skills

Good judgment and analytical skills

Ability to quickly adapt to changing client demands

Tools

MS Office

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Overview

At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world. The Client Administration function is a vital part of the firm’s Business Enablement Services and is focused on achieving client service excellence by delivering timely, high quality products, and encouraging an environment that increases both staff and client experience.

What You Will Do

• Provide administrative support to partners, senior managers, managers and client service teams.
• Adhere to risk management and branding in compliance with National guidelines ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Coordinate, prepare, edit and/or proofread documents such as correspondence, presentations, and reports using various software.
• Proactive and independent management of partners’ calendar and contact database in order to maximize best use of the partners’ time.
• Coordinate travel arrangements.
• Coordinate meetings, conference calls, video conferences, live meetings, and organize required materials.
• Assist in the proposal process as required, working with the proposal team and proposal coordinator.
• Assist in the preparation and submission of time and expense reports for the partner(s) supported.

At times, business needs arise and employees are required and agree to work beyond their normal work day or work week to fulfill the accountabilities required for their job. Likewise, people need time to devote to personal matters, and our approach to flexibility provides for this.

What You Bring To The Role

• Advanced skills with MS Office and Adobe products. In particular, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Acrobat.
• Proficiency to quickly learn proprietary software.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong project management skills.
• Good judgment and analytical skills with a focus on attention to detail.
• Capable of working independently and take ownership of tasks.
• Ability to quickly and smoothly adapt to changing client demands.
• Minimum 5 years administration experience.

KPMG BC Region Pay Range Information

In British Columbia, the expected base salary range for this position is $47,000 to $71,500 and may be eligible for bonus awards. The determination of an applicant’s base salary within this range is based on the individual’s location, skills, & competencies, and unique qualifications. In addition, KPMG offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards program.

Providing you with the support you need to be at your best

Our Values, The KPMG Way
Integrity, we do what is right | Excellence, we never stop learning and improving | Courage, we think and act boldly | Together, we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better, we do what matters

KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.

Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process

At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.

AI Usage

We embrace the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the candidate experience and streamline our recruitment processes. AI tools may help with organizing applications or surfacing relevant qualifications. However, no hiring decisions are made using AI. Every hiring decision is made by our hiring managers and recruitment professionals, who are equipped with training that empowers them to use these tools responsibly. AI technologies used in our recruitment process undergo detailed risk assessments, including security and privacy requirements, that align with KPMG’s Trusted AI framework. We believe technology should empower human judgment, not replace it. It’s one of the many ways we’re delivering on our vision of being a technology-first, people-driven firm.