WHO WE ARE

“Energizing the Future.”

TransAlta owns, operates, and develops a diverse fleet of electrical generation assets in Canada, the United States, and Australia, providing municipalities, industries, and businesses with safe, low-cost, and reliable clean electricity. For over 111 years, TransAlta has been a responsible operator and proud community member where its employees work and live. We are committed to fostering a dynamic, productive, and safe work environment. Our employees contribute to a diverse, open, and transparent culture with clear accountabilities, strong leadership, and challenging opportunities for personal career growth.

For more information about TransAlta, visit our website at, www.transalta.com.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

It is our collective mission to ensure that every single employee feels a sense of inclusion and belonging and can show up to work as their true authentic self. TransAlta is committed to hiring a diverse workforce including women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and members of the LGBTQ2+ community. TransAlta believes that diversity enhances the quality of its performance, is an essential element of effective corporate governance, and cultivates a strong workplace culture.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking to hire an experienced Executive Assistant to support the Executive Vice President, Legal & External Affairs. As the Executive Assistant, you will be accountable for providing confidential executive administrative support to this leader of TransAlta's business. Your role will manage all aspects of the Executive’s office of Legal, Corporate Secretarial and External Affairs, including handling confidential and sensitive matters with professionalism and the highest level of discretion, as well as consistently demonstrating efficient time management and initiative.

As an Executive Assistant, you will possess excellent organization and communication skills, the ability to balance a wide variety of competing responsibilities, and be adept at communicating with employees at all levels including senior executives and board members and external stakeholders.  You will also have the ability to work independently and proactively or as a team member in a busy and dynamic environment.

This role is based out of our Head Office in Downtown Calgary.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Accountable for preparation of correspondence, as well as internal reports, Board materials and executive deliverables
• Assist with budget preparation, tracking and updating
• Accountable for tracking key commitments, maintaining calendars, and inbox maintenance, as well as notification of upcoming deadlines
• Develops and maintains strong relationships with Executive Assistants and Administrative Assistants across the organization
• Model cultural leadership and support the EVP and culture champion in executing and tracking culture goals, contributing to enhancing the existing strong culture of the team

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

To be successful in this role, we are looking for the following essential qualifications and experience:

• Minimum 5 years of administrative assistant experience, preferably in a Legal or Executive level capacity as an executive support role
• Business Office Administration Certificate or Diploma
• Ability to work with a high degree of professionalism, discretion, and personal initiative in a dynamic, rapid paced environment
• Well-developed organizational skills, able to manage multiple demands and work within tight deadlines
• Self-motivated with the ability to work with others effectively in a team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must have an extremely strong ability to assess organizational needs, understand the history of the organization, and adapt to and manage change
• Proficient with Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, Calendar Management, SharePoint, and SAP

WHAT WE OFFER

We offer our employees comprehensive and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, annual incentives, and a rewards program.

To learn more about how we can energize your future, check out our new Employee Experience Booklet.

Become part of our TransAlta team today! We look forward to reviewing your application.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for a job unless they meet every single qualification. At TransAlta, we are dedicated to building an inclusive, diverse workforce where you can show up every day as your true, authentic self. So, if you’re excited about this role but your qualifications and experience don’t quite tick every box, we encourage you to apply anyways. You might just be the candidate we are looking for.