Executive Assistant
Job Description
Pay: CA$30.00 – CA$36.00 per hour
At Lyons, growth isn’t just about getting bigger, it’s about getting smarter. As we continue to grow, we’re introducing a brand-new Executive Assistant to the General Manager role, a strategic position built to expand leadership capacity and help shape how our company operates in the future.
What You’ll Lead:
- Act as a strategic partner and right hand to the General Manager
- Manage calendar, priorities, meeting preparation, and follow-ups
- Support on the improvement of internal systems and workflows
- Support AI implementation initiatives across departments by researching and testing, AI tools to improve efficiency in various divisions
- Document processes and create SOPs to strengthen organizational structure
- Prepare reports, presentations, and executive summaries
- Track key projects, action items, and company goals to ensure execution
What It’s like to work here:
- Comprehensive benefits (extended health, dental, life, LTD)
- Specialty Garden Centre discount
- Paid training and ongoing professional development
- Company events and team celebrations
- Family-based, team-oriented culture with an open-door leadership approach
- Direct exposure to executive decision-making and strategic growth initiatives
- Opportunity to help shape and implement AI systems across the organization
Who You Are:
- Proven experience supporting senior leadership or executive-level roles
- Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- High level of discretion, professionalism, and accountability
- Experience improving processes and building systems for efficiency
- Comfort with technology and curiosity about AI tools and automation
- Ability to research, test, and help implement AI-driven solutions (ChatGPT, workflow automation tools, CRM enhancements, etc.)
- Project management skills with strong follow-through
- Strong background with microsoft office
Job Type: Full-time