Since joining gbi in December 2023, Elodie Soppo has played a key role in supporting management and ensuring the smooth operation of the Montréal office.
Versatile, organized, and always attentive to her colleagues’ needs, she has become a true resource person within the team.
A background in political science and administration
Elodie came to Canada in 2008 to pursue her studies. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Université de Montréal and a Master’s degree in International Public Policy from Université de Sherbrooke. After several years working in an administrative and legal environment, she chose to continue her career in administration, where she has now been working for seven years.
What attracted her to gbi? The level of rigour, management, and support involved in her role, as well as its structured and fact-based nature, which connects with some of her previous experience in the legal field.
“I really appreciate the rigorous nature of my work. You have to be organized, follow up on things, and above all, understand management’s needs in order to provide the right support.”
A highly versatile role
As an administrative assistant to management, no two days are quite the same for Elodie. Managing the events calendar, following up on various matters, coordinating activities, handling emails, assisting with translation and formatting, and supporting different teams are just some of the tasks that make up her day-to-day work.
Elodie is also responsible for several aspects of managing the Montréal office. She oversees orders and employee needs, insurance matters, the organization of common areas, and the coordination of various administrative activities.
She also provides monthly support to the Operations Committee, including preparing follow-ups and meeting minutes.
This versatility allows her to work with a wide range of people, including managers, support and legal staff, engineers, and various teams across gbi. It is a dimension of her work that she particularly enjoys.
“I enjoy working with different people and knowing that I can support them. Whether I’m working with management or engineering teams, I like being there when my colleagues need a helping hand.”
Her role also includes an important legal and administrative component. Elodie is responsible for opening and updating files, organizing documents, and following up on information that may be confidential. These tasks require a high level of rigour and particular attention to the handling of incoming and outgoing documents to ensure confidentiality and proper processing.
Organization is also at the heart of her day-to-day work. Taking detailed notes, maintaining an overview of various files, and managing multiple priorities simultaneously are essential skills in such a versatile role.
Anticipating needs and finding solutions
What Elodie enjoys most about her role is being able to make life easier for her colleagues and managers. It means staying one step ahead, anticipating needs, and finding solutions before issues arise.
Knowing that she contributes to the smooth operation of gbi and can serve as a resource for others gives her a great sense of satisfaction.
“Being a reference point and someone people can trust within the organization is particularly rewarding.”
Behind the administrative tasks lies another essential part of keeping an office running smoothly: creating an environment where employees feel comfortable and supported.
A passion for travel and discovery
Outside of work, Elodie enjoys travelling, discovering new cultures, and exploring the cuisine of different countries. She particularly enjoyed her trip to Jamaica last year. She loved discovering the local culture and meeting people to gain a better understanding of their everyday lives.
More recently, a trip to Morocco at the beginning of the summer gave her the opportunity to experience a completely different environment and make new discoveries.
When she is not travelling, Elodie enjoys reading and, above all, spending time with her two children.
If she had to sum up gbi in three words, Elodie would choose passion, family, and listening.
