Co-op, Administrative Assistant

"> **Discover Your Impact** You know those big cities that still feel like small towns? Where everyone’s friendly and helps each other out? That’s like Doane Grant Thornton. Except here we’re all professionals and there isn’t a mayor or a general store. What we’re trying to say is that we’re a large and growing professional services firm that still feels like a community. We employ over 3000 people across Canada, and we truly care about our colleagues, our clients and the communities where we work and live. That’s what’s most important to us. We’re building a thriving organization that’s purpose driven and still want to remember what your favourite milkshake flavour is. **Discover what success feels like here** If you’re a bit like us, you’re driven to connect with how others are feeling and thinking. Here we walk in others shoes before taking action. Just imagine being part of a team that puts “we before me”, where flexAbility is a mindset, and where you trust your colleagues to have your back. At Doane Grant Thornton, you’ll work with inspiring leaders who support your development, both personally and professionally. This is a place where your insatiable curiosity enables you to think, see and hear from a variety of perspectives, a place where every day is different and having the courage to grow is part of who you are. And when all this comes together, well that’s when the magic happens **Discover your voice within an award-winning culture** Doane Grant Thornton has been recognized by the Great Place To Work Institute for **_18 years in a row_** as one of Canada’s best workplaces We were also recognized as a Great Place to Work in 2025 for Young Talent. This is your opportunity to experience what our culture is like for yourself We believe flexibility in our way of working is essential to creating a culture and environment that enables our firm to achieve our Purpose to help our clients, colleagues and communities thrive. **Discover Your Best Self** Imagine working for an organization that believes in the power of authenticity in everything that we do. Whether you’re working on a client file, lobster fishing in Nova Scotia or rock-climbing in the Rockies we want you to bring your whole self to work. You’ll be a part of a team where leadership is shared, and your colleagues at all levels are fiercely committed to your development. As part of a global organization, with offices in more than 130 countries and across Canada, you’ll have opportunities to connect and learn globally. **As a Co-op, Administrative Assistant [Winter 2026] some of your responsibilities will include**: - Work directly with our stakeholders and their clients to help manage their dynamic growing practices - Schedule, liaise and communicate with others, including clients, to proactively prepare information in advance of meetings - Prepare, draft, edit and format letters, reports, presentations, spreadsheets and other client correspondence using Microsoft Suite - Oversee the client relationship management software for the group, including entry of opportunities, managing the progress and finalization, and client and job creation in the billing system - Drafting and sending invoices to clients - Prepare and track expense claim submissions - Support the team in the delivery of exceptional client service - Occasional reception coverage may be required - Partake in projects with others within the Business Unit - Coordinate internal/external meetings, room bookings, video conferences and in-office events **Think you’ve got what it takes to be a Co-op, Administrative Assistant [Winter 2026]? Like the colour purple? Great. Here's a few more boxes we’re also hoping you can tick**: - Proven work experience in a busy professional services environment, would be considered as asset - Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and be able to switch between multiple priorities efficiently - Advanced working knowledge of MS Suite - Client-oriented attitude and exceptional client service skills - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Capable of meeting tight deadlines on multiple projects - Innovative thinking, sound judgment, and adaptable to service needs - Takes initiative and is a self-directed learner - Able to maintain confidentiality when working with sensitive matters - Available to work some overtime throughout the year **This role is open to students of Fanshawe College's Office Administration - Executive (Co-op) Program.** **Join our team** To become a member of one of the most dynamic firms in Canada, please submit: - Your resume - Cover letter - A copy of your most recent transcripts At Doane Grant Thornton we’re focused on making a difference in the lives of our clients, our colleagues and our communities. That’s our purpose. Or, as we like to say, living our purple. **Our special culture shines through when we have the opportunity to connect in person. That’s why we’re working in a model where teams