Strategic Executive Assistant for Advisory Leaders

bdo; Toronto; On-site; CAD 53,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO Canada LLP in Toronto is seeking an Executive Assistant to support partners and senior managers within the Advisory practice. The role involves coordinating projects, managing calendars, travel, and billing, and preparing client materials with high accuracy.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in an EA role, strong writing and presentation skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Prior experience at a professional services firm is a plus in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• You have three + years of working experience in an executive assistant role or similar role.
• You have experience supporting planning, coordination, monitoring, and successful delivery of projects and initiatives.
• You have strong experience drafting professional documents with excellent writing and presentation skills.
• Experience at a professional services firm is an asset.
• You are proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Support Advisory partners and senior managers in achieving goals and objectives.
• Lead project streams and coordinate with leadership on milestones, budgets, and risks.
• Prepare and distribute project materials and meeting minutes.
• Organize meetings, travel, calendars, and monthly billing.
• Assist with client proposals and presentations.
• Draft talking points and ensure leaders are prepared for events.
• Act as a liaison between leaders and the firm’s teams, managing communications.
• Handle client information requests and follow-ups.

Skills

Executive support

Project coordination

MS Office

Education

Office Administration diploma

Tools

MS Teams

Job description

BDO Canada LLP in Toronto is seeking an Executive Assistant to support partners and senior managers within the Advisory practice. The role involves coordinating projects, managing calendars, travel, and billing, and preparing client materials with high accuracy.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in an EA role, strong writing and presentation skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Prior experience at a professional services firm is a plus in a fast-paced environment.