Executive Assistant - SVP North America Retail (Vancouver,BC)
Lululemon
Administration
Vancouver, BC, Canada
Posted on Friday, September 22, 2023
who we are
lululemon is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athletic pursuits. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, we create transformational products and experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and being well. We owe our success to our innovative product, emphasis on stores, commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we make in every community we're in. As a company, we focus on creating positive change to build a healthier, thriving future. In particular, that includes creating an equitable, inclusive and growth-focused environment for our people.
a day in the life
- Display great business acumen and maturity in role
- Daily collaboration and communications with the EA team
- C-Suite level travel arrangements including complex travel
- Coordinates Executive’s calendar and contacts and, according to allowed authority, manages Executives email.
- Establishes work priorities and directs assignment of work to various department staff according to scope of allowed authority.
- Coordinates and sends meeting invitations and agendas to attendees, books meeting rooms and arranges for IT resources and refreshments in support of efficient meeting facilitation.
- Maintains confidential information for the business, team and leadership and ensures information is handled appropriately.
- Coordinates multi-leg travel, often requiring continuous changes and rescheduling, in conjunction with team of Executive Assistants and according to most Senior Executive travel plan.
- Oversees the approval of department expenses, including the review of employee expense claims for accuracy and adherence to policy on behalf of Executive. Acts as a communications liaison with Department as required.
- Responds to inquiries or refers them to the appropriate partner.
- Prepares briefing notes and minutes of meetings, as required.
- Provides Executives with documentation needed for meetings and correspondence with the business.
- Delegates and follows up on action items that fall within realm of responsibility.
- Supports space planning needs for department growth. Special Projects as assigned by Executive.
- In partnership with P&C, owns and oversees onboarding of incoming Senior Executives and new members of their Leadership Team.
requirements
- 7+ years’ experience or equivalent in an administrative and or executive support level capacity with increasing responsibilities.
- Excellent business acumen and ability to exercise tact, sound judgment and prioritization.
- Able to observe and maintain the utmost confidentiality.
- Advanced-level Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint proficiency.
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment
- Experience working with a publicly traded company.
must haves
- Acknowledge the presence of choice in every moment and take personal responsibility for your life.
- Possess an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovate to achieve great results.
- Communicate with honesty and kindness and create the space for others to do the same.
- Lead with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.
- Foster connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.
- Integrate fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka doesn’t take yourself too seriously.
Additional Notes
Authorization to work in Canada is required for this role.
Authorization to work in Canada is required for this role.
Compensation and Benefits Package
lululemon’s compensation offerings are grounded in a pay-for-performance philosophy that recognizes exceptional individual and team performance. The typical hiring range for this position is from $79,100 to $103,800 annually; the base pay offered is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. As part of our total rewards offering, permanent employees in this position may be eligible for our competitive annual bonus program, subject to program eligibility requirements.
At lululemon, investing in our people is a top priority. We believe that when life works, work works. In addition to our competitive Total Rewards offering, we also have personal and professional development offerings. Our offerings recognize our teams for their performance and support whole person development, including support for employees on how to grow their career:
- Extended health and dental benefits, and mental health plans
- Paid time off
- Savings and retirement plan matching
- Generous employee discount
- Fitness & yoga classes
- Parenthood top-up
- Extensive catalog of development course offerings
- People networks, mentorship programs, and leadership series (to name a few)
Note: Availability of the incentive programs, benefits, and perks may be subject to your location & employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements. The Company reserves the right to alter these incentive programs, benefits, and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.