Bilingual Executive Assistant

Position: Bilingual Executive Assistant

Duration: 14-Month Contract

Location: Montreal, QC

Engagement Model: Professional Services Engagement – B2B (Incorporated Entities Only)

About the Engagement

Akkodis is seeking a Bilingual Executive Assistant for a contract position with a client in Montreal, QC. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience supporting senior executives, exceptional organizational skills, and strong verbal and written communication abilities in both French and English. This role requires a proactive, highly organized professional who can thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining confidentiality and exercising sound judgment.

Services to be Provided

• Manage all aspects of the VP’s calendar, ensuring meetings are appropriately prioritized with internal and external stakeholders
• Coordinate and manage all travel arrangements, including frequent travel logistics
• Proactively support and make decisions on behalf of the executive when required
• Manage administrative budget activities, including expense reimbursements and purchase orders
• Support day-to-day operational requirements such as booking meeting rooms, ordering meals, and coordinating meeting logistics
• Collaborate closely with other Executive Assistants to ensure seamless executive support
• Monitor and manage VP email requests related to meeting scheduling
• Anticipate executive needs and provide proactive support in a dynamic environment
• Assist with the preparation, review, and distribution of internal and external communications, including French-language content
• Support events and perform additional administrative duties as required

Nice to Have (Desired Experience)

• Experience supporting senior executives in large corporate environments
• Experience coordinating executive meetings, events, and travel arrangements
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think strategically
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and senior leadership
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Expertise Required (Top 3 Required Skills)

1. Minimum 8 years of experience as an Executive Assistant supporting senior leaders
2. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both French and English
3. Strong organizational, time management, and calendar management skills

Preferred Skills

1. Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
2. Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion
3. Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
4. Proactive, highly organized, and detail-oriented
5. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams

How to Apply

Submit your resume in confidence to via the Akkodis Canada website.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. Only candidates meeting the above qualifications will be contacted for further discussions.

Accessibility

At Akkodis, part of The Adecco Group, our purpose is simple: to make the future work for everyone. We live our values—Passion, Collaboration, Inclusion, Courage, and Customers at Heart—by fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated and every voice matters. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities. Together, we're making the future work for everyone.