Strategic Executive Assistant to Global Leaders

Ciena Corporation; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(K) & DCPP with company matching

Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid holidays

Paid sick leave

Vacation time

Job summary

Ciena Corporation in Ottawa is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to support two senior leaders in Global Supply Chain. This role places you at the center of strategic decision-making, enabling global collaboration and ensuring efficient operations in a fast-paced tech environment.

You will manage complex calendars, coordinate international travel, prepare meetings, and serve as a trusted partner to executives.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience supporting executives in a fast-paced, global business environment.
• Ability to protect confidential information with discretion.
• Strong written and verbal communication with professional demeanor.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage competing demands.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted strategic partner to two senior leaders in Global Supply Chain.
• Coordinate and facilitate complex internal and external meetings, including all-hands and senior leadership summits.
• Lead end-to-end executive calendar management and travel logistics across time zones.
• Provide on-site and remote support for executives and visiting stakeholders.
• Build relationships across R&D, product, supply chain, sales, HR and IT to enable collaboration.
• Anticipate needs and ensure timely follow-through on commitments.

Skills

Executive support

Calendar management

Travel coordination

Confidentiality

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

Workday

Oracle

Copilot

Job description

Ciena Corporation in Ottawa is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to support two senior leaders in Global Supply Chain. This role places you at the center of strategic decision-making, enabling global collaboration and ensuring efficient operations in a fast-paced tech environment.

You will manage complex calendars, coordinate international travel, prepare meetings, and serve as a trusted partner to executives.