Executive Assistant

Posted 11 Days Ago
Be an Early Applicant
Kitchener, ON, CAN
In-Office
60K-90K Annually
Junior
Solar • Renewable Energy
The Role
Provide high-touch executive support to the CEO: manage calendars, meetings, travel, communications, and meeting materials; draft and proofread documents; track actions and follow-ups; design and maintain efficient ways of working; support leadership meetings, events, and stakeholder communications while handling sensitive information with discretion.
Summary Generated by Built In
Ready to Make a Real Impact? Join e-STORAGE!Who We Are

Welcome to e-STORAGE, a proud member of the Canadian Solar Inc. (NASDAQ: CSIQ) family! We’re leading the way in designing, building, and integrating advanced battery energy storage systems for utility-scale projects. Our mission? To accelerate the world’s renewable energy transition and create a more sustainable, resilient energy future for everyone.

With our innovative SolBank lithium-iron phosphate battery technology and comprehensive project services, we’re not just building products we’re powering communities and making a difference worldwide.

Position Title: Executive Assistant
Department: Business Development
Compensation: $60,000 - $90,000 + annual bonus
Location: Kitchener, ON

Work Model: On-site

About the Role:

This is an Executive Assistant opportunity supporting our CEO.

You will play an important role in helping the CEO stay organized, focused and prepared in a fast-moving business. This is a hands-on role that combines classic Executive Assistant responsibilities with the opportunity to create structure, improve ways of working and help reduce friction in how priorities move across the organization.

You will be close to the action, supporting calendar management, meeting preparation, travel, communication, follow-up and day-to-day coordination. Just as importantly, you will help bring clarity and consistency to a busy executive environment by keeping information organized, actions moving and key details under control.

Responsibilities:

  • Managing calendars, meetings and priorities for a senior executive and other leaders as needed

  • Coordinating virtual and in-person meetings, including agendas, attendees, materials and logistics

  • Arranging travel itineraries, accommodation and ground transportation in line with executive preferences

  • Supporting inbox and priority management by flagging key items, tracking actions and helping keep work moving

  • Drafting, proofreading and formatting documents, presentations and correspondence so that everything is clear, accurate and professional

  • Turning raw inputs such as emails, notes and spreadsheets into polished presentations and meeting materials

  • Preparing agendas, compiling pre read material and tracking follow up actions from key meetings

  • Helping to design and maintain effective ways of working for the executives you support, including meeting rhythms and communication flows

  • Supporting the planning and delivery of leadership meetings, customer visits and internal or external events

  • Acting as a professional point of contact for internal and external stakeholders and handling sensitive information with discretion

Required Qualifications and Skills:

  • Experience in an administrative, coordination or Executive Assistant role

  • Exposure to supporting leaders, managing calendars, coordinating meetings, arranging travel or handling competing priorities

  • Confident use of Microsoft 365 tools, particularly Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel, and experience working in a digital, Teams based environment

  • Strong organization, attention to detail and follow-through

  • A proactive and forward thinking problem solver who anticipates needs and looks for better ways of doing things

  • Low ego, adaptability and a willingness to learn how senior leaders like to work

  • A polished and professional communication style

  • An interest in understanding the bigger picture and how strong executive support helps the business operate effectively

  • A calm and steady presence under pressure who can juggle shifting demands without losing composure or professionalism

e-STORAGE is Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.

e-STORAGE uses AI-assisted tools during parts of the hiring process, including screening and workflow automation. All final hiring decisions are made by humans. 

This is a current vacancy, and we are actively hiring for this position.

What It’s Like to Work Here

At e-STORAGE, you’re more than just an employee—you’re part of a team that values your ideas, your background, and your unique perspective. We believe that a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion isn’t just the right thing to do—it’s the secret to our success. Here, you’ll find:

  • Integrity: We do what’s right, always.

  • Innovation: We encourage fresh thinking and bold ideas.

  • Quality: We take pride in delivering excellence, every time.

  • Customer Focus: We listen, we care, and we deliver.

  • Sustainability: We’re passionate about protecting our planet for future generations.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us
  • Join a global leader in renewable energy, backed by over 23 years of Canadian Solar experience.

  • Work on projects that matter—helping to build a cleaner, greener world.

  • Thrive in a supportive, collaborative environment where your growth is our priority.

  • Enjoy a competitive salary and a generous benefits package.

Want to join here is what we are looking For
  • The right mix of education, experience, and skills for the role.

  • Great communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities.

  • A true commitment to safety, ethics, and sustainability.

Your Rewards

We offer a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package—including health coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, and more.

#CSeSTORAGE

Skills Required

  • Experience in an administrative, coordination, or Executive Assistant role
  • Experience supporting leaders, managing calendars, coordinating meetings, arranging travel, and handling competing priorities
  • Confident use of Microsoft 365 tools, particularly Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel
  • Experience working in a digital, Microsoft Teams based environment
  • Strong organization, attention to detail and follow-through
  • Proactive, forward-thinking problem solver who anticipates needs
  • Adaptability, low ego, and willingness to learn executive preferences
  • Polished and professional written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
  • Calm and steady presence under pressure with ability to juggle shifting demands
Am I A Good Fit?
beta
Get Personalized Job Insights.
Our AI-powered fit analysis compares your resume with a job listing so you know if your skills & experience align.

The Company
HQ: Kitchener, Ontario
156 Employees
Year Founded: 2001

What We Do

e-STORAGE, a subsidiary of Canadian Solar, deploys leading-edge, flexible, turnkey utility energy storage solutions worldwide. At the heart of e-STORAGE's value proposition lies SolBank, a self-manufactured, lithium-iron phosphate chemistry-based battery designed specifically for utility-scale applications. As part of Canadian Solar, our innovative solutions strive to optimize grid operations, integrate clean energy, and create a resilient and sustainable energy landscape for a brighter, greener future. Canadian Solar is one of the world's largest solar technology and renewable energy companies. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Ontario, Canada, the Company is a leading manufacturer of solar photovoltaic modules; provider of solar energy and battery energy storage solutions; and developer, owner, and operator of utility-scale solar power and battery energy storage projects. Over the past 23 years, Canadian Solar has successfully delivered around 142 GW of premium-quality, solar photovoltaic modules to customers across the world. Through its subsidiary e-STORAGE, Canadian Solar has shipped over 8 GWh of battery energy storage solutions to global markets as of September 30, 2024, boasting a US$3.2 billion contracted backlog as of November 30, 2024. Since entering the project development business in 2010, Canadian Solar has developed, built, and connected approximately 11 GWp of solar power projects and 3.7 GWh of battery energy storage projects globally. Its geographically diversified project development pipeline includes 26 GWp of solar and 66 GWh of battery energy storage capacity in various stages of development. Canadian Solar is one of the most bankable companies in the solar and renewable energy industry, having been publicly listed on the NASDAQ since 2006.

Similar Jobs

NBCUniversal Logo NBCUniversal

Executive Assistant

AdTech • Cloud • Digital Media • Information Technology • News + Entertainment • App development
Remote or Hybrid
Toronto, ON, CAN
68000 Employees
55K-70K Annually

Intact (intactfc.com) Logo Intact (intactfc.com)

Executive Assistant

Insurance • Financial Services
In-Office
Cambridge, ON, CAN
18239 Employees
75K-91K Annually
In-Office or Remote
2 Locations
132624 Employees

Fathom Logo Fathom

Executive Assistant

Artificial Intelligence • Information Technology • Professional Services • Social Impact
Remote or Hybrid
7 Locations
21 Employees
60-65 Hourly

Similar Companies Hiring

UL Solutions Thumbnail
Automotive • Professional Services • Software • Consulting • Energy • Chemical • Renewable Energy
Chicago, IL
15000 Employees

Sign up now Access later

Create Free Account

Please log in or sign up to report this job.

Create Free Account