Executive Assistant & Research Analyst

Executive Assistant & Research Analyst

EyeQ Security Services

Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba — on site

Employment type: Full-time

Compensation: $17.50–$19.00 per hour

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer

Application deadline: November 9, 2026. Applications must be received before November 10, 2026.

EyeQ Security Services is seeking a resourceful and dependable Executive Assistant & Research Analyst to support our CEO with business expansion research, tender opportunities, compliance research, and executive coordination.

Recent graduates and applicants beginning their careers are welcome. Previous security industry experience is not required. We value initiative, sound judgment, curiosity, and a willingness to learn.

Key responsibilities

- Research opportunities to expand security operations into new markets, locations, and service areas.

- Monitor MERX, bids&tenders, and government procurement portals for relevant tender opportunities and requests for proposals (RFPs).

- Review tender documents and summarize eligibility criteria, submission requirements, deadlines, and key considerations.

- Maintain an opportunity tracker and assist with organizing and preparing proposal documents.

- Research security industry licensing and compliance requirements using official sources, highlighting questions for management review.

- Prepare clear research summaries, comparison tables, presentations, and recommendations.

- Assist the CEO with scheduling, correspondence, meeting notes, action tracking, and follow-ups.

- Use Microsoft Office and AI-assisted research tools effectively while verifying findings and protecting confidential information.

Qualifications and skills

- Strong online research skills and the ability to assess the reliability and relevance of information.

- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

- Practical understanding of AI tools, including writing effective prompts, checking outputs, and recognizing their limitations.

- A basic understanding of accounting principles or bookkeeping is an asset, but is not required.

- Clear written and verbal communication skills.

- Ability to work independently, manage priorities, meet deadlines, and complete tasks without repeated reminders.

- Initiative to identify opportunities, ask thoughtful questions, and flag obstacles early.

- Adaptability to changing priorities and responsiveness to the CEO's direction.

- Professionalism, trustworthiness, discretion, and attention to detail.

Education, training, or experience in engineering, technology, business administration, research, or a related field is an asset. Relevant education and experience gained in Canada or internationally are welcome. Familiarity with procurement, proposal writing, or the security industry is helpful but not required.

How to apply

Email your résumé and cover letter to [email protected] with the subject line "Executive Assistant & Research Analyst Application."

In your cover letter, briefly describe a research task, academic project, or practical problem you worked on independently, including the tools you used and what you learned.

Only applications received before November 10, 2026, will be considered.

EyeQ Security Services welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds.