We are hiring an Executive Assistant!
Reporting To:
CPTO and CTO
Full-Time/Part- Time:
Full-time
Salary Range:
$75,500 - $90,000
Posting Date:
May 8, 2026
Closing Date:
June 1, 2026
Hours of Work:
8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Grade:
Office Location:
12
16 York Street
Great location! Steps away from the main public transit station
What we offer:
Highly competitive compensation package which includes, base salary, bonus, benefits, and career advancement opportunities!
*Eligibility for benefits is dependent on the terms of employment
The Opportunity
First National is seeking an Executive Assistant to provide shared support to the Chief Product & Technology Officer (CPTO) and the Chief Transformation Officer (CTO). This role sits at the center of a fast-moving executive agenda spanning product, technology, modernization, governance, and enterprise transformation.
As a trusted partner, you will enable focus, efficiency, and impact by proactively managing priorities, coordinating complex schedules, preparing executives for key engagements, and ensuring strong follow-through across stakeholders. Your ability to anticipate needs, exercise sound judgment, and operate with discretion will be essential to supporting senior leaders in a dynamic environment.
How you will contribute:
Proactively manage complex and frequently changing calendars for both executives, aligning time to business priorities and key decision points
Coordinate internal and external meetings, leadership forums, governance sessions, town halls, and offsites
Prepare executives for meetings through agendas, briefing materials, pre-reads, and logistics to ensure effective participation
Track action items, decisions, and follow-ups, helping maintain momentum and identifying risks or dependencies
Support the rhythm of business across Product, Technology, and Transformation, including recurring reviews and cross-functional coordination
Arrange travel, accommodations, itineraries, and manage expenses
Draft, review, and edit executive-level communications, presentations, and reports with a high degree of accuracy and professionalism
Act as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, handling confidential matters with discretion
Manage incoming correspondence, prioritizing and responding where appropriate
Support governance activities, including board and committee meetings (logistics, materials, and follow-ups)
Collaborate with other Executive Assistants and senior leaders to ensure alignment and effective information flow
Provide administrative and operational support including document management and general office coordination
Assist with ad hoc initiatives related to product, technology, and transformation priorities
Uphold confidentiality, corporate policies, risk/compliance requirements, and AML standards where applicable
The experience you need:
Minimum 5 years of experience supporting senior leaders (VP, SVP, or C-suite), ideally across multiple stakeholders
Proven ability to manage competing priorities and shifting demands in a fast-paced environment
Strong calendar management, executive coordination, and meeting preparation skills
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, Word, Excel)
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail
Highly organized, proactive, and resourceful with the ability to work independently
Demonstrated discretion, integrity, and sound judgment in handling confidential information
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with executives and cross-functional teams
Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure
Flexibility to work extended or adjusted hours when required
Experience in financial services, technology, consulting, or a high-change environment is an asset
Strong ethical standards and commitment to professionalism
Relationships:
External Customers: Clients, strategic partners, vendors, consultants, regulators, auditors, and third-party partners
Internal Customers: The Chief Product & Technology Officer (CPTO), the Chief Transformation Officer (CTO), members of the Executive Leadership Team, Technology and Transformation team members, internal board and committee members, and cross‑functional employees across the organization.
Working Environment and Physical Demands Analysis:
Office environment
Periods of high volume with tight timelines
Long periods of stationary position/sitting
Prolonged periods of repetitive movement (i.e. using a keyboard and mouse)
Long periods of time in viewing a computer screen
Multi-tasking may include speaking to customers on a telephone call while looking up information on a computer program.
Why join First National?
Competitive Compensation
Comprehensive benefits program (i.e., Health Spending Account, Maternity and Parental Leave Top Up)
Extensive training programs to set our employees up for success
Modern office environment conducive to collaboration
Supportive teamwork culture
Opportunities to give back to the communities and work through events focused on a variety of charities
Ongoing social events throughout the year
The team you’ll join:
Founded in 1988, First National is one of Canada’s largest non-bank lenders. We provide residential mortgages exclusively through the mortgage broker channel and we are Canada’s largest commercial mortgage lender.
First National has been consistently recognized as a great place to work and we are proud that our employee engagement feedback is higher than our industry partners.
We would like to thank all applications for their interest in this existing vacancy but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Artificial Intelligence is not used in our recruitment or hiring process for this role. #FNLOON
First National is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender identity, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation and any other category protected by law.
First National supports requests for accommodation from applicants with disabilities; please contact Human Resources at
[email protected] should you need an accommodation at any point in the recruitment process.