Executive Assistant

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  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    Toronto
  • Profession

    Legal
  • Industry

    Legal Practice
  • Pay

    85,000-110,000

Executive Assistant to C-Suite

Your new company

This full-service law firm is highly regarded in the legal community, particularly in the field of insurance defence, and has been a prominent player in the legal landscape for over 70 years.
Known for its entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to excellence, the firm offers a wide range of legal services, including insurance litigation, commercial litigation, real estate, and corporate law. Working here means being part of a team that is known for its expertise and high standards.

Your new role

We are seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to support a key member of the C-Suite team.


This role is an exciting opportunity for a highly organized, proactive individual with strong communication, analytical, and accounting skills.


The ideal candidate will possess advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and have a solid understanding of accounting principles. As an Executive Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in supporting operational needs, ensuring the smooth running of financial and administrative tasks, and contributing to key business initiatives.


Additional responsibilities include:

• Provide high-level administrative support to the COO, managing schedules, calendars, and meetings to ensure efficient time management and workflow.
• Draft and prepare correspondence, reports, presentations, and other documents on behalf of the COO.
• Manage and organize internal and external communications for the COO, acting as a point of contact for key stakeholders.
• Assist with the coordination of various projects and initiatives, ensuring timely follow-up and delivery of results.
• Perform complex financial data analysis using advanced Excel functions, preparing financial reports, and assisting with budgeting and forecasting for the COO.
• Oversee and streamline internal operational procedures, identifying areas for improvement to enhance efficiency.
• Provide detailed reconciliation of financial records, including bank accounts and petty cash management, ensuring accuracy and compliance.


What you'll need to succeed

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant or in a similar administrative support role, preferably in a legal or professional services environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including strong knowledge of complex formulas, pivot tables, v-lookups, macros, and other advanced functions to manage and analyze financial data.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and experience with financial document management, including bank reconciliations, A/P, A/R, and general ledger.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to manage and reconcile financial records effectively.

• Previous experience in a law firm or similar professional services environment is an asset.

What you'll get in return

Competitive salary ranging from $85,000-110,000 with 4 weeks of vacation, benefits from day one and fitness reimbursement.


This position is on site 5 days per week.

What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.


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Talk to Serra Pecino, the specialist consultant managing this position

Located in Toronto (EN), 8 King Street East, 20th FloorTelephone:  6473626850