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As a cornerstone business within Scotia Wealth Management®, ScotiaMcLeod has earned a reputation for integrity based on service excellence and trusted investment advice. Our advisors and teams pride themselves on exploring innovative approaches to protecting and growing their clients' assets. 

When you join ScotiaMcLeod, you’ll be empowered to deliver Enriched Thinking®, a unique approach that incorporates your client’s thinking, as well as our thinking, to drive results. You’ll work with a team of specialists to deliver a client-centric approach to wealth management, enabling you to consider all the facets of your client’s life, family and business. With a focus on total wealth planning, and wealth specialists to help you deliver on this unique value proposition, you’ll be enabling clients to see not just the big picture, but all the little ones too.

BRIEF INTRODUCTION

As an Administrative Support Assistant, you will be responsible for providing administrative support to one or more Advisors and their teams.  
  
 

IS THIS ROLE RIGHT FOR YOU
In the role you will:

• Be responsible for onboarding new client relationships through digital account opening and documentation administration 
• Process client requests, account transfers, deposits, withdrawals and payments, requests for tax receipts and account reporting
• Respond to client inquiries and issues in a timely manner and escalating , as required

DO YOU HAVE THE SKILLS
We would love to work with you if you have:

• Experience in the securities industry
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Strong organizational skills 
• Ability to take initiative, work independently and meet deadlines
• Meticulous attention to detail and excellent time management skills
• Exceptional client service skills

WHATS IN IT FOR YOU

• At ScotiaMcLeod we help employees build their futures – where they can be themselves, and win together. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion and a performance-oriented culture that includes coaching, learning, and development – there are endless possibilities. At ScotiaMcLeod– you can make an impact. You help make the futures of our 25 million customers happen. You can find your future here.
• The opportunity to join a forward-thinking organization where you are surrounded by a collaborative team of innovative thinkers. 
• An organization committed to making a difference in our communities– for you and our clients.
• An inclusive working environment that encourages creativity, curiosity and celebrates success. 
• Learning and Development – free access to Scotia Academy to upskill and develop your skills.

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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

Working as a part of the Customer Experience Centre of Excellence (CX COE) the Salesforce Administrator supports the Salesforce.com platform and applications throughout their lifecycle. This is an exciting opportunity to manage tactical execution in a role connecting business operations, technology solutions and the end-user experience. To be successful, the Salesforce Administrator should possess skills in Salesforce configuration, technical troubleshooting, business analysis, data analysis and time management. The ideal candidate is passionate about advocating for optimized business process across business and IT, consistently striving to achieve the best end-user and customer experiences.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Work with Sr. Product Manager and business resources to directly support and configure Salesforce.com platform.
• Manage production support and act as the subject matter expert for assigned applications and products; champion change requests to improve usability and system performance.
• Consult with CPKC business teams, IS and vendors to gather requirements on new features related to the product roadmap.
• Prioritize small enhancements, working with application specific resources to deliver solutions while maintaining a cadence of regular updates to business stakeholders.
• Provide day-to-day vendor relationship support including tracking timely completion of production tickets and adherence to service agreements.
• Timeline management, overall risk and issue management as needed for smaller projects and scheduled system releases.
• Collaborate with IT project managers and business analysts on cross-functional projects, researching vendor or application impact to the business.
• Execute on plans to maintain system health and security; work in partnership with delivery teams to obtain necessary details to insure resource availability and task completion.
• Research Salesforce product, market, business and competitive trends to identify opportunities for product or system growth.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelors of Science in Business, IT or other related field of study, or equivalent work experience
• 2 years of experience as a Salesforce administrator (Salesforce Administrator Certification required)
• 2 years of experience in a customer facing role
• 2 years of experience in working with third party vendors
• Knowledge of Experience Cloud, Marketing Cloud or other CMS and marketing automation applications is a plus
• Experience in SQL/SOQL, reporting, data analysis or business analysis is a plus

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Competitive company pension plan
• Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Performance Incentive Program
• Annual Fitness Subsidy
• Part-time Studies Program

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

As an employer with North American presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.

Background Investigation:

The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances:       

• Criminal history check
• Reference check

Management Conductor Program:

Becoming a qualified conductor or locomotive engineer is the single best way for a management employee to learn the business at CPKC. You may be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification/qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer.

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates need standard educational qualifications such as a Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience: Candidates need experience of 1 year to less than 2 years

Security and safety: Criminal record should checked

Physical Requirements:

• The candidate should be able to work in fast-paced environment and also pay attention to detail

Responsibilities:

• The candidate should be able to arrange and co-ordinate seminars, conferences, etc.
• The candidate should be able to determine and establish office procedures and routines, schedule and confirm appointments, order office supplies and maintain inventory and also arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservation
• The candidate should be able to answer telephone and relay telephone calls and messages and also greet people and direct them to contacts or service areas
• The candidate should be able to compile data, statistics and other information, open and distribute regular and electronic incoming mail and other material and co-ordinate the flow of information and also set up and maintain manual and computerized information filing systems

 How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply (along with your resume) through below mentioned details.

By Email:
[email protected]

As a cornerstone business within Scotia Wealth Management®, ScotiaMcLeod has earned a reputation for integrity based on service excellence and trusted investment advice. Our advisors and teams pride themselves on exploring innovative approaches to protecting and growing their clients' assets. 

When you join ScotiaMcLeod, you’ll be empowered to deliver Enriched Thinking®, a unique approach that incorporates your client’s thinking, as well as our thinking, to drive results. You’ll work with a team of specialists to deliver a client-centric approach to wealth management, enabling you to consider all the facets of your client’s life, family and business. With a focus on total wealth planning, and wealth specialists to help you deliver on this unique value proposition, you’ll be enabling clients to see not just the big picture, but all the little ones too.

As the Administrative Assistant role you will provide administrative support to one or more Advisors and their teams within ScotiaMcLeod. 

Is this role for you? In this role you will:
    

• Arrange client meetings including preparing materials and scheduling
• Respond to client inquiries & requests
• Process client account documentation
• Maintain client files and assist in writing letters and proposals
• Build effective working relationship across the team and with various business contacts

Do you have the required skills to excel in this role? We'd love to work with you, if you have:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to take initiative and work independently
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Knowledge of Microsoft systems: Word, Excel and PowerPoint

What’s in it for you?

• A rewarding career path and support towards your professional development and growth
• In-depth training and coaching to help you succeed in the role 
• Competitive compensation package along with flexible benefits, performance bonus, and Employee Share Ownership Plan  
• Be a part of and contribute to a culture of inclusion, diversity, and potential
• 15 months to complete IIROC courses (CSC, CPH and IRT) if currently unlicensed.

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates need standard educational qualifications such as a Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experience
Experience: Candidates should have experience of 1 to less than 2 years’

Candidate Status:

• Canadian citizen and permanent or temporary foreign workers of Canada are eligible for this position.
• International Candidates who don’t have a valid Canadian work permit also can apply

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to arrange and co-ordinate seminars, conferences, etc., supervise other workers
• The candidates should be able to record and prepare minutes of meetings, seminars and conferences, determine and establish office procedures and routines
• The candidates should be able to schedule and confirm appointments, answer telephone and relay telephone calls and messages
• The candidates should be able to answer electronic enquiries, compile data, statistics and other information
• The candidates should be able to order office supplies and maintain inventory, greet people and direct them to contacts or service areas
• The candidates should be able to open and distribute regular and electronic incoming mail and other material and co-ordinate the flow of information
• The candidates should be able to set up and maintain manual and computerized information filing systems, type and proofread correspondence, forms and other documents

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume, and cover letter) through below mentioned details.

By email
[email protected]

The Department of Indigenous Engagement in the Office of the Provost & VP, Academic, invites applications for a Indigenous Administrative Coordinator, One Child Every Child. This Full-time, Fixed Term position is for approximately 12 months, with the possibility of extension.

The Indigenous Administrative Coordinator, One Child Every Child, reports to the Indigenous Project Manager, One Child Every Child. The role is additionally accountable to the Indigenous Lead, and works in collaboration with the whole One Child Every Child Indigenous Team and the Ways of Knowing Accelerator Team.

The Indigenous Administrative Coordinator, One Child Every Child, will be an expert in project and event coordination and administration, ensuring timely processing and execution of administrative, academic and operating activities. The Administrative Coordinator will have exceptional spoken and written communication skills, and be able to plan, organize, and conduct day-to-day activities independently.

One Child Every Child is guided by ii’ taa’poh’to’p, the UCalgary Indigenous Strategy, and walks parallel paths with Indigenous Elders and scholars to encompass the wisdom, voices and priorities of Indigenous peoples for the betterment of all. One Child Every Child brings together Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities, child health research institutes, education and healthcare providers, equity-deserving groups, local, national and global stakeholders to accelerate outcomes for children and their families.

This role supports the continued indigenization of the University of Calgary. Click here to see more job opportunities with an Indigenous scope. 

Position Description

Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):

Project/ Events Coordination:

• Responsible for effectively coordinating, organizing, and staging institute activities, events, and budgets with oversight from the Indigenous Project Manager.
• Arranges flights, accommodations, transportation and honorariums for invited speakers and visitors for the One Child Every Child Indigenous Team and the Ways of Knowing Accelerator initiatives.
• Supports priorities of the One Child Every Child Indigenous Team and the Ways of Knowing Accelerator Team on a broad spectrum of projects and tasks including coordinating award applications, liaising with internal and external officials.

Administration Activities:

• Provides efficient, effective and comprehensive administrative support and schedule management for the Indigenous Lead and for members of the Indigenous Accelerator team as needed.
• Creates and distributes agendas and records minutes at One Child Every Child Indigenous Accelerator team meetings and other meetings as required.
• Provides support to the Indigenous Lead, One Child Every Child Indigenous team and the Ways of knowing Accelerator Team members and various One Child Every Child committees as required.
• Coordinate and organize travel arrangements for faculty and visiting lecturers’ transportation, itineraries, agency/hotel accommodations and completing all necessary forms and requisitions for funding.
• Maintains and orders office supplies necessary to conduct regular business.
• One Child Every Child point person for catering and event logistics.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Undergraduate degree in business or a related field of study; A combination of education and relevant experience may be considered. 
• 1 year of experience in a health/medical research environment is required.
• 3 years of administration experience with an emphasis on decision-making and highly developed organizational skills.
• Experience in an academic environment is preferred.
• In-depth understanding of ii’ taa’poh’to’p, and its key concepts, particularly parallel paths, ethical space and transformation.
• Demonstrated expertise in executive level meetings including setting agendas, recording decisions and meeting minutes.
• Develop and maintain a respectful and positive working relationship with Elders, Knowledge Keepers, University staff and One Child Every Child collaborators.
• Understanding of and commitment to engage in Indigenous protocols, work with Elders and knowledge keepers, and Indigenous practices..
• Ability to anticipate needs, plan, organize, coordinate, and perform work with minimal direction and supervision.
• Proficient in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook Mail and Calendar) and the university core business systems (e.g. PeopleSoft).
• Ability to work independently, while supporting the Indigenous Team and the Ways of Knowing Accelerator team priorities.
• Understanding of University, and of One Child Every Child’s mission, values, and plans.
• Knowledge and understanding of the policies and protocols of the University of Calgary, Cumming School of Medicine, Alberta Children's Hospital Foundation, Alberta Health Services would be an asset.

Application Deadline:  February 16, 2024

We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.

Position Overview

The Faculty of Kinesiology is currently seeking a Full-time Regular Administrative Coordinator .

This position provides administrative and personal support to the Dean of the Faculty of Kinesiology and additional administrative support to other members of the Dean’s Office leadership team. This position reports to the Manager, Academic Programs and Administration and receives direction and oversight from the Dean.

The successful candidate requires expert knowledge or ability and willingness to learn university wide-practices and the complexities of the University organizational structure, as well as a comprehensive understanding of the Faculty and Dean’s priorities, portfolio, and commitments.

The role involves dealing with highly confidential materials and requires considerable discretion and judgement to ensure confidentiality is always maintained. The successful candidate will often represent the Dean’s Office in communication with all levels of the Faculty, the University, and the public. An exceptional level of professionalism and excellent administrative skills are required, along with courteous and professional communication with faculty, staff, students, and the public at all times.

This position also requires a high level of technical expertise including proficiencies in MS Office suite, Oracle PeopleSoft, and attention to detail. There will be periods of high volume with strict deadlines that may require work outside of normal hours. The successful candidate will oversee constant, multiple, competing and shifting priorities while working within the framework of the University of Calgary policies and procedures.

Position Description

Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):

• Provides senior level administrative and organizational support to the Dean.
• Management of the Deans time, by organizing the Deans daily calendar, including setting up meetings, prioritizing events.
• Ensures the Dean is informed and knowledgeable with procedures, policies, deadlines and commitments by providing accurate minutes and documents as required.
• Interacts by phone, email and in person with Faculty members, staff and students as well as external stakeholders.
• Prepares confidential correspondence on behalf of the Dean and assists in drafting, reviewing, editing and/or revising letters that require the Deans signature.
• In a senior administrative capacity, supports all major meetings for which the Dean is responsible.
• Represents the Deans office in communication with all levels of the Faculty, the University, Government agencies and other stakeholders.
• Liaise with other University departments and offices such as but not limited to the Offices of the Provost, VP Research, Campus Infrastructure, Financial Services, Supply Chain Management to obtain information in support of Faculty objectives and projects.
• Exercises discretion to determine when matters can be addressed by others and when the Dean should be consulted.
• Attends meetings with the Dean and records minutes, prepares agendas and supporting documentation for distribution.
• Logs and tracks incoming mail and follow up on deadlines and tasks to be done, exercising discretion for rerouting or delegating the above where appropriate.
• Ensures correspondence, telephone calls and other communication reflect a positive image of the Faculty of Kinesiology, and that confidentiality is maintained at all times.
• Responsible to assist with HR Academic related processes, working closely with HR, as assigned by the Dean.
• Coordinates annual events, as requested by the Dean, such as Faculty Retreats.
• In conjunction with others members of the Dean Office, ensures that at all times the Office of the Dean is perceived as a professional, respectful and is an inviting area.
• Other duties, projects or assignments as determined by the Dean or the needs of the Faculty of Kinesiology.
• Responsible for the (two) administrative positions that provide academic administrative support, ensuring high level of service / interaction with the academics.
• Provide direction for administrative staff on academic process, leadership for growth and development for staff.
• Responsible for arranging vacation coverage to ensure Dean's office is appropriately staffed.
• Accountable to direct completion of general Dean's office administrative tasks (filing, mail sorting, reception schedule) to support the Faculty of Kinesiology.
• Maintains an effective filing system and record of correspondence, documents, decisions, policies, and other related material provided to or produced by the Deans office.

Qualifications / Requirements:

• A post-secondary education and a minimum of five years work experience in a senior or executive administrative role.
• Knowledge of university administration, academic understanding and PeopleSoft knowledge would be an asset.
• The ability to work independently and to organize and complete work with minimal supervision is necessary.
• Requires comprehensive knowledge and proficiency in computer programs (MS office, Email and Internet), as well as University technology systems.
• Requires well-developed organizational skills with the ability to use exceptional judgment and discretion and proven successful teamwork.
• Requires highly developed communication skills using tact and diplomacy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required, as well as the ability to deal with all internal and external stakeholders in a professional manner.
• Excellent administrative and organizational skills with the ability to set priorities and meet objectives.
• Demonstrates initiative and a willingness to perform tasks assigned.

Application Deadline: February 13, 2024