Executive Assistant

1125628
  • Job type

    Contract
  • Location

    Vancouver
  • Profession

    Office Professionals
  • Industry

    Energy, Utilities & Mining
  • Pay

    30-35
  • Closing date

    31 Jul 2026

Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant, Corporate (Contract)
$32-39 per hour
3 Month Contract - ASAP start
Onsite | Vancouver, BC


Your New Company
Hays Specialist Recruitment is partnering with a leading global natural resources organization to hire an Executive Assistant, Corporate to support their Legal & Compliance function. This organization operates large-scale operations internationally and is recognized for its commitment to responsible development, sustainability, and strong governance practices.


Key Responsibilities
  • Provide high-level administrative support to the VP, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary
  • Manage complex calendars, scheduling, travel, and logistics aligned with business priorities
  • Prepare and format executive correspondence, presentations, briefing materials, and reports
  • Triage incoming communications and prioritize time-sensitive and confidential matters
  • Liaise with executives, Board members, and external stakeholders
  • Support daily operations of the Legal & Compliance team
  • Maintain legal trackers, contract databases, and regulatory calendars
  • Coordinate document execution, approvals, and signature workflows
  • Track legal deadlines, governance milestones, and compliance requirements
  • Assist with document management, retention, and legal hold processes
  • Assist with preparation of Board and Committee materials
  • Coordinate agendas, resolutions, and meeting documentation
  • Maintain corporate records, minute books, and governance files
  • Support director onboarding and governance compliance processes
  • Coordinate with external legal counsel on scheduling, documentation, and billing
  • Assist with litigation tracking, regulatory inquiries, and audits
  • Track deliverables and action items from executive and legal meetings


What You Need to Succeed
  • 10+ years of experience in executive support, legal administration, or corporate environments
  • Experience supporting senior executives such as General Counsel or leadership teams (preferred)
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
  • Experience with document management systems (e.g., SharePoint) and secure platforms
  • Familiarity with corporate governance, legal processes, or board support activities is an asset
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently
  • Exceptional attention to detail and follow-through
  • Proven ability to handle highly confidential and sensitive information with discretion
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage senior leaders and external stakeholders
  • Experience working in multinational or global environments is considered an asset
  • Flexibility to accommodate occasional extended hours for international coordination


What’s in It for You
This is an exciting opportunity to join a globally recognized organization in a senior-level support role with significant exposure to executive leadership and corporate governance functions. You will play a critical role in enabling legal operations, supporting decision-making processes, and contributing to a high-performing, collaborative environment.


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