Executive Assistant, Vice President
Date: May 30, 2025
Location: CA
Company: Independent Electricity System Operator
INDEPENDENT ELECTRICITY SYSTEM OPERATOR (IESO)
Requisition ID:
20431
Location:
Mississauga - Hybrid
Status:
Regular
Business Unit:
Human Resources
Why join us?
You’ve got great skills. And you want to use them in an organization where you know what you do every day matters. We get that.
We also know that ensuring Ontarians have access to affordable and reliable power doesn’t happen by accident. So we give you the tools, flexibility and support you need to achieve your goals, and development opportunities to help you grow. You’ll thrive in a collaborative, team-based environment that values your unique skills and experiences – and recognizes that when you do better, we become even better too.
Who we are
The Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) works at the centre of the province’s power system, ensuring Ontarians have access to reliable and cost-effective electricity when and where they need it. We operate the province’s electricity grid 24/7, design, run and oversee the wholesale electricity markets, and plan and prepare to meet Ontario’s electricity needs – now and into the future.
The Opportunity
The Executive Assistant, Vice President – Human Resources will provide full executive administrative support to the senior leaders of the business unit. The incumbent will have the opportunity to participate in and support many key functions, including:
•Preparing and maintaining confidential communication, information and records
•Communicating corporate or business unit priorities, information or data to other members of the business unit management team, the business unit, or other stakeholders
•Scheduling, organizing and participating in senior management meetings
•Monitoring the status of major issues, projects, problems or programs, and ensuring that senior management are kept informed of the important issues
•Coordination of corporate level service functions such as courier delivery, supply ordering, and general clerical assistance
•Coordinating and providing administrative support within the Business Unit (e.g. employee access to computer systems, implementing programs of service affecting all unit staff)
•Ensuring consistent application of corporate policies and procedures throughout the Business Unit
As a trusted partner of senior leadership, the Executive Assistant will make a meaningful impact every day through strong relationship-building skills, sound judgment, and proactive support.
What you'll be doing
Support for the VP office:
•High-level support and assistance to the Vice President, including calendar management, prioritization of meetings and deliverables, coordination of deliverables with direct reports, establishing schedules, collaborating with other Executive Assistants on corporate processes, etc.
•Preparation of various confidential or classified documents such as: letters from the VP, instructions to direct reports and service providers on behalf of the VP, and meeting summaries.
•Anticipate and initiate appropriate action to conserve time commitments of the Vice President; prioritize work demands and assignments from various staff
Preparation of correspondence and reports including that of a highly confidential nature:
•Ensure all correspondence adheres to corporate communication standards
•Route documents for signature and approval (e.g. contracts; agreements, reports; directives; policies; instructions; budgets; personnel and labour relations matters)
•Research issues both proactively and on an as needed basis; gather and summarize data, statistics or information
•Process inquiries from employees or members of the general public or external organizations
•Provide input and take minutes of business unit meetings and Occupational Health & Safety Steering Committee; organizes meeting agendas (including items relating to compensation, labour relations and staffing)
Manage the logistics of the Human Resources and Governance Committee (HRGC) of the Board:
•Draft agendas based on the Committee’s Schedule of Activities, Action Items, and Annual Topics
•Gather documents and presentations from leaders across the organization for review by the Executive Leadership Team
•Coordinate meetings with the Chair, HRGC and members of the Executive Leadership Team
•Track and upload final documents to Diligent Boardbooks
Maintain schedules and meetings, and make travel arrangements:
•Maintain appointment calendar and schedule appointments for Vice President and Directors
•Make travel arrangements for meetings and conferences
•Liaise with external facility providers for off-site meetings
Maintain files and record-keeping systems for the Business Unit:
•File and route materials, correspondence and incoming mail, extract files and documents to meet needs, and upload documents using board management software
•Establish and maintain retention schedules for documents and correspondence
•Compile training, maintain training databases and vacation/attendance records
•As directed, communicate work priorities to Business Unit staff to ensure projects are completed in a timely manner
•Monitor work projects, including tracking their status, and communicating suggestions and measures intended to expedite the completion of assignments
•Initiate follow-up actions or communication to staff
•Provide updates to Vice President regarding the status of various projects, work or activities to ensure target dates are met
•Manage follow up with various stakeholders (e.g. government agencies; Ontario Ministries, Ontario Energy Board; etc.) on various matters
Budget Administration, Financial Management, and Space Co-ordination:
•Co-ordinate preparation of the Business Unit budget
•Support the department with the Procure to Pay process: setting up purchase orders, verifying and processing invoices
•Compile, review and complete verification of monthly credit card reconciliation for Vice President
•Review and complete verification of credit card reconciliations completed by Direct Reports prior to approval
•Co-ordinate space requirements for the Business Unit
•Attend meetings to represent the Business Unit on issues related to space planning and accommodation and ensure Business Unit interests are represented
•Recommend and ensure the implementation of office administrative procedures across various organizational units within a department/division (including the review, evaluation, recommendation and implementation of new procedures)
•Plan and arrange for the acquisition of administrative and office services
Co-ordination
•Assist in the orientation and training of support staff of other Business Units.
•Identify intra-departmental issues and coordinate appropriate staff to work towards a resolution
What you'll need to succeed
Required
•Post-secondary education in business or office management; Bachelor’s degree an asset
•6+ years of experience in an office setting
•An organized approach and excellent time management skills, with the ability to prioritize work with attention to detail and accuracy
•Good communication skills – written and verbal
•Collaborative approach with strong relationship building skills, and the ability to effectively exchange information or ideas in a diplomatic manner to gain support and ensure satisfaction of all parties
•Skilled in handling highly sensitive information with the ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
•Able to quickly identify and address problems as they arise, applying solutions based on past treatment or appropriate procedures
•Demonstrated client service approach to provide support, advice and guidance to others to meet their business needs to the satisfaction of all parties, in alignment with the values of the IESO
•Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite of programs
Assets
•Proficiency in Diligent or other board management software
•Ability to leverage existing and emerging technologies to enhance efficiency
What’s in it for you
•A comprehensive total rewards program, including best-in-class benefits and a flexible workplace
•A challenging, fast-paced and collaborative team environment, where your perspectives and experiences matter
•Leaders who support your growth and success through regular feedback and coaching
•The opportunity to work with some of the brightest minds in the industry
Deadline: June 15, 2025
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At the IESO, we know that achieving great results depends on embracing diversity by attracting, developing and retaining people from a wide variety of backgrounds. We do this by ensuring our recruitment and advancement policies are fair and equitable, and by creating an accessible and inclusive environment – one that values every team member’s unique skills and experiences and ensures they have the support they need to achieve their potential. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know.
We thank you for your interest in a career at the IESO, but we will only contact those candidates selected for an interview.
Note: The successful candidate must be eligible to work in Canada and will be subject to a background check.
The IESO offers a hybrid work model program to most of our employees, based on business needs. Individuals participating in the program can work an average of three days per week remotely within Ontario. It also offers three flex weeks when individuals can work remotely within Ontario . When working in the office, you will be located at our Mississauga location.
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