Dayforce is a global human capital management (HCM) company headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, and Minneapolis, Minnesota, with operations across North America, Europe, Middle East, Africa (EMEA), and the Asia Pacific Japan (APJ) region. 

Our award-winning Cloud HCM platform offers a unified solution database and continuous calculation engine, driving efficiency, productivity and compliance for the global workforce.

Our brand promise - Makes Work Life Better™ - Reflects our commitment to employees, customers, partners and communities globally. 

About the Opportunity

Dayforce is seeking an experienced, dependable, and business-oriented Executive Assistant to support the Head of Global Ecosystem. This role is responsible for providing administrative, operational, and executive coordination support to a global leadership organization. The ideal candidate is highly self-motivated, professional, and brings extensive experience supporting senior executives in a fast-paced business environment. Success in this role requires exceptional attention to detail, strong business acumen, and the ability to anticipate needs, coordinate across stakeholders, and ensure executive readiness. As a trusted partner to the executive office, you will help leaders stay organized, prepared, and focused while supporting planning activities, executive engagements, leadership meetings, and major company initiatives.

What You'll Get to Do

Administrative Support

• Partner effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders at all levels, both internally and externally.
• Manage complex executive calendars, travel arrangements, meetings, and day-to-day logistics.
• Prioritize competing requests and effectively manage executive time.
• Coordinate multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Prepare professional business communications and correspondence.
• Maintain a high level of organization while managing complex administrative responsibilities.
• Exercise discretion, sound judgment, professionalism, and confidentiality at all times.
• Provide a thoughtful, calm, and proactive approach in a dynamic environment.

Executive Readiness & Coordination

• Develop a strong understanding of the Global Ecosystem organization, business priorities, strategic initiatives, and stakeholder relationships.
• Understand executive relationships and partner organizations to support effective meeting prioritization and scheduling.
• Ensure executives are fully prepared for meetings by coordinating attendees, gathering materials, and confirming preparation requirements.
• Coordinate briefing materials and supporting information from business stakeholders.
• Participate in leadership meetings to capture key decisions, action items, and follow-up activities.
• Track commitments and action items to support accountability and execution.
• Anticipate upcoming meetings, events, and planning activities to proactively support executive priorities.
• Monitor executive commitments and identify scheduling conflicts, preparation needs, or potential risks.

Operational Support

• Apply strong business acumen to support organizational priorities and executive objectives.
• Manage project timelines and prioritize operational action items.
• Serve as a trusted business partner to executive leadership.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and optimize administrative efficiency.
• Operate with a strong sense of urgency while maintaining accuracy and professionalism.
• Support planning and execution of leadership meetings, offsites, executive events, and major company programs.
• Coordinate logistics including meeting schedules, travel, venue arrangements, catering, and attendee management.
• Build strong partnerships with Executive Assistants and business partners across the organization to ensure seamless executive coordination.

Skills and Experience We Value

• 8+ years of experience supporting C-level and senior executives, preferably within a global technology or professional services environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Thorough understanding of corporate policies, practices, and executive support responsibilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic business environment.
• Strong project coordination and time management skills.
• Ability to anticipate executive needs and proactively resolve challenges.
• Experience supporting executive meetings, action tracking, and follow-up activities.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong working relationships with executive leaders, administrative partners, and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Expert proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Microsoft Teams.

What Would Make You Stand Out

• Experience supporting executive leadership within the technology or software industry.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex executive priorities across a global organization.
• Proven success coordinating executive events, leadership offsites, and strategic planning activities.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to anticipate needs and improve executive effectiveness.
• Experience identifying process improvements that increase operational efficiency and executive productivity.

What’s in it for you

Dayforce is fueled by the diversity of our talented employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and consider and embrace ALL individuals and what makes them unique. We believe our employees should be happy and healthy, with peace of mind and a sense of fulfillment.

We encourage individuals to apply based on their passions.

Dayforce employees and their families are eligible to participate in the following benefits programs: medical, dental, vison, and life insurance. Dayforce employees are also eligible to participate in a 401k plan (plus match) and a Global Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Employees also receive unlimited Time Away From Work (in lieu of accrued vacation time), 10 paid US holidays, up to 80 hours  of paid sick time and 17 weeks of paid parental leave, subject to the terms of the applicable policy or program.

With a commitment to community impact, including volunteer days and our charity, Dayforce Cares we provide opportunities for you to thrive both in your career and personal life. Our focus is not just on your job but on supporting you to be the best version of yourself. 

Please note that the salary range mentioned in this job description should serve simply as a guide. The final compensation offered may vary based on a variety of factors, including bonuses and/or incentives, or a candidate’s experience, skills, budget and location. Our company is committed to providing a fair, equitable, and competitive package that reflects the value an individual brings to the organization. 

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