Requisition ID: 265185 Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.  The Executive Assistant provides high-level administrative and strategic support to senior executives and leadership teams, ensuring seamless day-to-day operations for the Strategy & Operations team (VP-level roles).   Is this role right for you? In this role you will:

Provide senior-level administrative, calendar, and time management support to one or more senior executives Exercise discretion, confidentiality, sound judgment, and organizational knowledge to effectively support executive priorities Manage complex calendars by prioritizing meetings, resolving conflicts, and ensuring alignment with daily, weekly, and strategic objectives Coordinate meetings and events, including logistics, materials, minutes, offsites, and external functions Manage incoming and outgoing communications, including emails, calls, reports, and internal correspondence Prepare, gather, and validate information for executive communications, presentations, reports, speeches, and meeting materials Coordinate travel arrangements, including flights, accommodations, transportation, and detailed itineraries Process expense reports and maintain accurate records of expenditures and billing Act as a key liaison and gatekeeper for internal and external stakeholders, including vendors, colleagues, and clients Identify and support administrative process improvements while ensuring alignment with global policies and controls Support risk, compliance, AML/ATF, and business continuity requirements, including acting as the Business Continuity Plan (BCP) coordinator when required Promote a customer-focused, inclusive, and high-performance culture aligned with Scotiabank’s values and Code of Conduct

  Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? 

Minimum 2+ years of experience as an Executive or Administrative Assistant Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Experience working in large, complex organizations with significant stakeholder interaction Exceptional organizational skills with a high degree of autonomy and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset Strong attention to detail and high level of discretion when handling confidential information Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-change environment Excellent time management, communication, and presentation skills

  What’s in it for you?

A rewarding career path with diverse opportunities for professional development An organization committed to making a difference in our communities – for you and our customers. A competitive rewards program includes annual bonus, flexible vacation, personal and sick days, and comprehensive benefits that start on your first day.  Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Allyship - We strive to create an inclusive culture where every employee is empowered to reach their fullest potential, respected for who they are, and are embraced through bias-free practices and inclusive values across Scotiabank. We embrace diversity and provide opportunities for all employees to learn, grow & participate through our various Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that span across diverse gender identities, ethnicity, race, age, ability & veterans. Accessibility and Workplace Accommodations - We value the unique skills and experiences every individual brings to the Bank and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. Scotiabank continues to locate, remove and prevent barriers so that we can build a diverse and inclusive environment while meeting accessibility requirements.    Location(s):  Canada : Ontario : Toronto Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future", we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.  At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our  Recruitment team know. If you require technical assistance, please click here. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.