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We are dedicated to building strategic, long term relationships, while providing our clients and candidates with a personalized approach.  Our aim is to help people grow in their professional careers and assist businesses as they strive to gain a more competitive advantage within their respective markets.  Visit us on the web at www.focushr.ca.

Our client Walaptega Marine is a world leader in mooring integrity verification systems, currently serving some of the largest players within the offshore oil & gas industry. Walaptega Marine provides a high quality service, utilizing cutting edge technologies for subsea intelligence gathering around the globe.  As their global business continues to grow they have partnered with Focus Recruitment & HR Consulting to help them source an Executive Assistant.  This is a permanent full time position based out of their downtown Halifax office location.

As the Executive Assistant, you will report directly to the CEO while providing administrative support within a fast paced, demanding environment.  You will assist the CEO with business correspondence as well as manage multiple tasks and inquiries.  You will also maintain positive relationships with external and internal clients including stakeholders.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Compile various monthly reports for CEO to meet deadline requirements;
• Organize management  meetings and take minutes of same;
• File, schedule, and manage multiple communications;
• Handle all administrative tasks and general business correspondence;
• Arrange complex and detailed travel arrangements;

The ideal candidate will have a minimum grade 12 education with 3-5 years experience within a business/ administrative role.  Post secondary degree/diploma in business or office administration would be a strong asset; however consideration will be given to candidates with an equivalent combination of education and related experience. 

Superior computer and technical skills are required, including a high level of proficiency with Microsoft Office and Outlook. Candidates must have excellent interpersonal skills, as well as be a strong, confident communicator. Ideal candidates will be professional, flexible as well as posses a high level of initiative, attention to detail, and the ability to work well under pressure.

The Executive Assistant role is an integral part of the team and as such the successful applicant must be an enthusiastic individual and be able to adapt to changes as a result of the growing needs of the company. You will bring maturity, confidence, and strong decision making skills along with enthusiasm, energy, and a great sense of humor to this role.

This is an exciting opportunity to join an organization that offers a competitive compensation package with a full range of benefits.  If you like what you are reading and are ready to join this elite organization, please forward your resume and cover letter to: employment@focushr.ca. Please quote competition number EA0708-CB in your application.