Executive Assistant (Montreal) — Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino)
- Location
- Ticino
- Contract
- temporary
- Posted
- 2 days ago
Role overview
The Opportunity
Are you looking for a caring, collaborative, values-driven workplace with inspiring teammates and leaders?
Do you have the ambition and desire to be the best and thrive at the most impactful global insurance provider in the world?
- The Opportunity
- Are you looking for a caring, collaborative, values-driven workplace with inspiring teammates and leaders?
- Your responsibilities help drive our success and create a welcoming environment for colleagues and stakeholders. In this dynamic role, you will:
- Deliver confidential and high-quality administrative support to members of Senior Management.
- High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5+ years of experience in the Administrative area AND
- If you have experience providing executive support, and are looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you.
Main responsibilities
- Your responsibilities help drive our success and create a welcoming environment for colleagues and stakeholders. In this dynamic role, you will:
- Deliver confidential and high-quality administrative support to members of Senior Management.
- Organize and prioritize daily tasks, ensuring work is completed accurately and on time.
- Welcome and direct internal and external stakeholders.
- Compose routine and non-routine correspondence based on notes or instructions.
- Process incoming mail, ensuring it reaches the right people promptly.
- Schedule and coordinate meetings, appointments, and business activities.
- Manage office supplies and organize travel logistics using Zurich’s internal procurement tools.
- Prepare expense reports and handle payments for business expenses.
- Uphold compliance with legal and regulatory standards in daily operations.
Key requirements
- High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5+ years of experience in the Administrative area AND
- If you have experience providing executive support, and are looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you.
- Have experience in planning, organizing and scheduling work
- Fluent in both French and English (written and spoken) Preferred: Strong project management skills
Application process
- Zurich Canada uses artificial intelligence–enabled tools to support certain aspects of the recruitment process, including the initial review and screening of applications.
- Artificial intelligence is not the sole basis for candidate shortlisting or selection.
- All hiring decisions are reviewed and made by qualified hiring professionals. What you bring to the table
- As an Executive Assistant, you play a pivotal role in supporting Senior Management and ensuring smooth business operations.
Contacts
- Answer and screen phone calls, manage simple email responses, and support clear communication for leadership.
- If you would prefer to not receive future electronic messages from Zurich Insurance Company Ltd's recruitment management system, please email your request to have your job profile deleted from the system by clicking here .
Company and context
- As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 148 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience.
- We are a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals.
- Today, we serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology and insure 90% of the Fortune 500®.
- Our growth strategy is not limited to our business.
- As an employer, Zurich strives to provide ongoing career development opportunities and foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging.
- Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry.
- Join us in building a brighter future for our people, our customers and the communities we serve.
- As a global company, Zurich recognizes the diversity of our workforce as an asset.
- We recruit talented people from a variety of backgrounds with unique perspectives that are truly welcome here.
- Taken together, diversity and inclusion bring us closer to our common goal: exceeding our customers’ expectations.
Additional details
- All hiring decisions are reviewed and made by qualified hiring professionals. What you bring to the table
- Your responsibilities help drive our success and create a welcoming environment for colleagues and stakeholders. In this dynamic role, you will:
- Deliver reception and office support, creating an inviting workplace for visitors and team members. Job Qualifications
- Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Administrative area
- High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5+ years of experience in the Administrative area
- Fluent in both French and English (written and spoken) Strong project management skills Advanced Microsoft Office skills
- Fluency in both spoken and written English is required to facilitate communication with internal and external stakeholders outside Quebec.
- Travaillez avec nous. Business Accountabilities A future with Zurich
Notes and original content
- All hiring decisions are reviewed and made by qualified hiring professionals.
- What you bring to the table
- Your responsibilities help drive our success and create a welcoming environment for colleagues and stakeholders.
- In this dynamic role, you will:
- Deliver reception and office support, creating an inviting workplace for visitors and team members.
- Job Qualifications
- Fluent in both French and English (written and spoken)
- Strong project management skills
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills
- Our Culture
Questions about this listing
What salary does Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino) offer for this role?
Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino) lists CHF 91'500 - 128'000 gross per year for this position in Bellinzona. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino) offer?
This listing is a fixed-term contract position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino) during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Zürich?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Zürich can apply for a G permit; the Swiss employer files it with that canton's migration office after the contract is signed. Border-zone rules and processing times vary by neighbouring country and canton, so confirm the specifics with Zürich's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
How do I apply for this position at Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino)?
Use the "Apply now" button on this page — it links directly to Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino)'s original listing at careers.zurich.com, so your application goes straight to the employer's own applicant-tracking system. Frontaliere Ticino does not collect or forward applications itself.
