Requisition ID

27534

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Country

Canada

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Location type

Hybrid

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State / Province

Ontario

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City

Toronto

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Application Deadline

20 August 2026

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About Us

Korn Ferry is a global consulting firm that powers performance. We unlock the potential in your people and unleash transformation across your business - synchronizing strategy, operations, and talent to accelerate performance, fuel growth, and inspire a legacy of change. That’s why the world’s most forward-thinking companies across every major industry turn to us - for a shared commitment to lasting impact and the bold ambition to Be More Than.

Headquartered in Los Angeles, our over 9,000 colleagues globally serve clients in more than 50 countries. We offer five core capabilities that span the full talent lifecycle:

Organizational Strategy

Assessment and Succession

Talent Acquisition

Leadership Development

Rewards and Benefits

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POSITION SUMMARY & KEY RESPONSIBILITIES The Administrative Assistant is accountable for maintaining a professional work environment at the Toronto office and providing support and backup to the broader administrative team.

With regularly shifting priorities, the incumbent must be adaptable and flexible and have a strong sense of urgency. Due to the nature of the business, an attention to detail and a high level of accuracy is required in this role. As a professional services firm, a client service orientation, maturity, and a calm, composed demeanour is a must.

Administrative and Documentation Support

Create, update, and proofread client-facing documentation and templates with a high level of accuracy, using appropriate grammar, composition, and speed—often under tight deadlines

Prepare and format a variety of documents, including:

Market Scans

Search Progress Reports

Candidate Reports

Pitch Presentations

Reference Reports

Position Specifications

Assist with data entry of candidate, client, and engagement information in our database, ensuring accuracy and compliance with data metric requirements





Organize and manage electronic files in SharePoint folders in accordance with office policies

Assist Project Coordinators with scheduling tasks as directed

Provide additional coverage and backup support during vacations and peak periods

Office Services Support

Ensure meeting rooms are set up in advance of all meetings, including catering, AV, and other materials, and cleaned up afterward

Greet and assist visitors attending in-person meetings

Support administrative staff and consultants with printing and binding of client-facing materials

Receive and distribute mail and courier deliveries

Keep office supply rooms and kitchen areas stocked and organized

Assist with preparing and coordinating bank deposits

Manage off-site storage logistics and support special office projects as assigned by the AOM In coordination with the AOM, assist with office setup, vendor management, and liaising with building maintenance and security

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS

Administrative and/or office services experience, ideally in a professional services environment

Superb attention to detail, English writing and grammar skills

Track record working with and supporting senior leaders in a fast-paced, high-pressure setting

Excellent PowerPoint skills, high proficiency in Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Teams, Adobe, and Zoom

Knowledgeable with setting up and troubleshooting meeting room AV equipment and a general high level of proficiency and problem-solving skills with office IT equipment

Meeting planning and event coordination

ATTRIBUTES

Very high attention to detail, accuracy, and quality

Excellent interpersonal skills, diplomacy, tact, positive can-do attitude

Good judgment and capable of acting independently

High level of comfort learning and using new technology





Ability to adapt to evolving work processes and systems, including automated tools

Client service orientation and good composure

Comfortable dealing with senior leaders internally and externally

Professional in demeanor, behavior, and appearance as demonstrated through consistently polite, helpful, but concise interaction virtually and in person

Outstanding time management and sense of urgency at appropriate times

Systematic and methodical given the need to manage large amounts of information across multiple, simultaneous engagements

Team-oriented and willing to pitch in as needed

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Salary Range

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Salary range represents the compensation Korn Ferry expects to pay to a candidate with the requirements for the job posted. Korn Ferry offers competitive compensation and benefits commensurate with experience.

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Korn Ferry may use AI as part of its recruitment process, but all hiring decisions are made by humans.

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Korn Ferry Advantages

Korn Ferry offers employee benefits that currently include an Extended Health and Dental program, and online Digital Medical, Mental Health and Pediatric support programs.

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Internal Mobility at Korn Ferry

If you currently work for Korn Ferry or one of our affiliates, you must be eligible to apply for a different position within Korn Ferry to use the Careers Site. If you accept such a position, your benefits programs and Human Resources policies may change. Please consult with your HR contact for the new position concerning application eligibility, including any immigration/visa needs, benefit programs, and HR policies applicable to that position.

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Korn Ferry is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or local law.

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📌 Administrative Assistant (Toronto)
🏢 Korn Ferry
📍 Toronto