Senior Executive Assistant  

Siksika, AB
  • Location: Calgary  
  • Reports to: CEO/President  

Position Summary 

The Senior Executive Assistant is a strategic partner to the C-suite, responsible for providing high-level  administrative, operational, and organizational support. This role goes beyond traditional executive  assistance, requiring sound judgment, discretion, proactive problem-solving, and the ability to manage  complex priorities in a fast-paced environment.  

The ideal candidate is an experienced professional who anticipates needs, drives efficiency, and ensures  executives can focus on strategic priorities.  

Key Responsibilities  

Key Responsibilities

Executive Support & Strategic Coordination  

  • Provide comprehensive support to one or more C-suite executives, including complex calendar,  travel, and meeting management  
  • Act as a gatekeeper and liaison, managing internal and external stakeholder interactions with  professionalism  
  • Anticipate executive needs and proactively address scheduling conflicts, priorities, and  deliverables  
  • Prepare executives for meetings through briefing materials, agendas, and background research

Operations & Workflow Management  

  • Support the execution of strategic initiatives and board-level activities  
  • Coordinate and manage cross-functional projects and follow-ups on key initiatives 
  • Track action items, deadlines, and deliverables across executive priorities  

Communications  

  • Draft, edit, and manage correspondence, presentations, reports, and communications on behalf of  executives  
  • Serve as a point of contact between executives and internal/external stakeholders
  • Ensure clear and timely communication flow across leadership teams  

Board & Governance Support 

  • Coordinate board and committee activities, including meeting logistics and materials
  • Provide support for preparation of board packages  
  • Ensure compliance with governance protocols and deadlines  

Meeting & Event Management  

  • Plan and coordinate executive-level meetings, offsites, and events  
  • Manage logistics including agendas, briefing notes, minutes, and follow-ups
  • Facilitate seamless execution of internal and external engagements  

Confidentiality & Discretion  

  • Handle sensitive and confidential information with the highest level of integrity
  • Exercise judgment in prioritizing issues and escalating matters when necessary 

Process Improvement

  • Identify opportunities to improve administrative and operational efficiency  
  • Implement systems, tools, and best practices to enhance executive productivity  

Required Qualifications  

  • Minimum 5+ years of experience supporting C-suite executives or senior leadership 
  • Proven experience managing complex calendars, travel, and executive priorities
  • Exceptional organizational, time management, and multitasking skills  
  • Strong written and verbal communication abilities  
  • High level of professionalism  

Forward Cover Letter & Resume:  

  • Andrea Lagrelle – [email protected]
  • OR
  • Deliver to Siksika Group of Companies  Reception Desk
    • P.O. BOX 1520 SIKSIKA, AB T0J 3W0 TELEPHONE:403-734-5244 FAX: 403-734-5342  

Application Deadline: Friday June 12, 2026 no later than 4 PM MST  

At least three (3) References MUST be listed on application for contact and ALL certificates must be attached.

SRDL is an Equal Opportunity Employer, however preference may be given to applicants with Aboriginal descent.