Executive Assistant​/Corporate Administrator

Position: Executive Assistant / Corporate Administrator
About Canonical
Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation and IoT. The company is a pioneer of global distributed collaboration, with 1000+ colleagues in 70+ countries and very few roles based in offices.

Teams meet two to four times yearly in person, in interesting locations around the world, to align on strategy and execution.

Hiring for Executive Assistants and Corporate Administrators
We are hiring  Executive Assistants and Corporate Administrators  to join our Corporate Operations team. We ensure that the business runs smoothly and that travel, expenses and events are efficiently and correctly managed.

We look for positive team players who are self‑driven and results oriented, with excellent attention to detail. The best candidates show that they are forward planners, reliable, determined, and keen to assume responsibility for projects, processes and policy. We value excellent organisers and communicators who are keen to develop skills and strive for continuous improvement. This team plays a crucial role in the overall operation of the business, handling logistics, expenses, travel and scheduling for multiple departments.

Responsibilities

Support operations for one or more departments in the company

Coordinate monthly reports and schedule meetings and interviews

Organise and run international company events including logistics

Manage quarterly and annual executive meetings

Collaborate across teams on activities and initiatives

Manage suppliers and stakeholders

What we are looking for in you

Excellent academic results at school and university

A degree in a business or technical subject

Excellent communication skills

Responsibility, integrity and accountability

Self‑awareness and thoughtfulness

Ability to travel up to four times a year for company events of up to two weeks duration

Ability to learn new technology and software quickly

Additional Skills We Value

Experience in operations and executive support

Project management experience

Event‑related experience

Travel industry experience

What we offer you
We consider geographical location, experience, and performance in shaping compensation worldwide. We revisit compensation annually (and more often for graduates and associates) to ensure we recognise outstanding performance. In addition to base pay, we offer a performance‑driven annual bonus. All team members receive benefits that reflect our values and ideals, balanced to meet local needs and ensure fairness globally.

Distributed work environment with twice‑yearly team sprints in person

Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year

Annual compensation review

Recognition rewards

Annual holiday leave

Maternity and paternity leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues

Priority Pass, and travel upgrades for long‑haul company events

Canonical is an equal opportunity employer. We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.

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