Executive Assistant, Internal Audit

Final date to receive applications: 12 pm, July 28, 2026

Join the EDC Team!

At EDC, we support Canadian businesses to succeed globally. We provide the financial tools and expertise they need to explore new markets, reduce risks, all towards the goal of making Canada and the world better through trade.

Position: Executive Assistant, Internal Audit

Employment Type: Permanent

Compensation Details:

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  Salaries typically range from $58,189 to $77,586 annually, based on qualifications and experiences, plus a performance-based incentive.

Location:

• Export Development Canada operates in a hybrid work environment, with a current requirement of two in-office days per week, increasing to three days per week in September 2026 (subject to change).
• This role can be performed from EDC’s headquarters in Ottawa (preferred) or from our Community Hub in Toronto.
• Relocation assistance is available for candidates who meet the eligibility criteria.

Internal Employees, please consult the Service Now article entitled Internal movements – what you need to know.

About EDC:

At Export Development Canada (EDC), we empower Canadian businesses to succeed globally. As a financial Crown corporation, we offer innovative financial solutions and expert insights to help businesses explore new markets, mitigate risks, and achieve growth.

Why Join EDC?

• Comprehensive Benefits: EDC offers a competitive compensation & benefits package, work-life balance, & the opportunity to help make Canada and the world better through trade.
• Work-Life Balance: EDC offers a competitive compensation package & work-life balance. We have hybrid work options, 3 to 4 weeks paid vacation, a corporate closure period, summer early Friday’s & no meeting Fridays.
• Professional Development: Take advantage of our continuous learning opportunities, including training programs, workshops and language training.
• Inclusive Culture: Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that champions employment equity & values diversity of ideas, strengths, & backgrounds to succeed.
• Wellness Programs: Access to wellness initiatives, mental health support, and fitness programs to keep you healthy and happy.
• Community Engagement: Participate in volunteer opportunities and give back to the community through our various social responsibility programs.

Team Overview:

The Executive Assistant plays a key role in supporting leadership effectiveness across the team. This role provides high-quality calendar, meeting, travel, and coordination support while helping the broader Internal Audit function stay organized, connected, and focused on key priorities.

Beyond day-to-day administrative support, this role helps coordinate team rhythms, prepare leaders for upcoming meetings, track actions and follow-ups, and support divisional activities such as leadership meetings, town halls, and team forums.

This is an opportunity for someone who values administrative excellence, wants to grow into a broader understanding of how the function operates, and is excited to contribute to EDC’s mandate of helping Canadian companies grow and succeed.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, dependable, service-oriented, and curious about the business. They are comfortable supporting multiple leaders, adapting to changing priorities, and growing beyond traditional administrative support into broader team coordination.

What you will be doing:

The Executive Assistant, Internal Audit will provide dedicated administrative and coordination support to the Senior Vice-President (SVP), Internal Audit, helping the SVP stay organized, prepared, and connected to key team priorities. The successful candidate will focus on ensuring the smooth running of the Internal Audit function in partnership with the SVP, and as capacity allows, they will also provide additional calendar, expense, and travel support to the Vice-President and three Directors.

• Learns the function, understanding how work connects across the team, and takes on broader coordination responsibilities as the role evolves.
• Identifies opportunities to improve administrative processes, coordination practices, and ways of working.
• Provides proactive week-ahead calendar…