- Are you bilingual and available right now? Would you like to join a world-renowned advertising agency? We offer you this office assistant contract, for a renewable period of 3 months, in their Montreal office.A multinational advertising and public relations company is looking for an office assistant to join their Montreal agency, in the iconic Mile-End neighborhood. You will act as the agency's ambassador and ensure the smooth functioning of the office andAre you bilingual and available right now? Would you like to join a world-renowned advertising agency? We offer you this office assistant contract, for a renewable period of 3 months, in their Montreal office.A multinational advertising and public relations company is looking for an office assistant to join their Montreal agency, in the iconic Mile-End neighborhood. You will act as the agency's ambassador and ensure the smooth functioning of the office and
- Are you comfortable with administrative tasks and distinguished by your professionalism? Do you want to join a family-owned company that has been in business for almost 100 years? Then here is an office assistant position in Montreal available now!A renowned family-owned funeral home, operating for nearly 100 years, is seeking an office assistant to join their Montreal team, located next to Town of Mount Royal. You will join a close-knit team where you wilAre you comfortable with administrative tasks and distinguished by your professionalism? Do you want to join a family-owned company that has been in business for almost 100 years? Then here is an office assistant position in Montreal available now!A renowned family-owned funeral home, operating for nearly 100 years, is seeking an office assistant to join their Montreal team, located next to Town of Mount Royal. You will join a close-knit team where you wil
- Do you have experience with internal office operations? Would you be excited for a new opportunity to work within one of the world's leading accounting firms? If so, we have an excellent opportunity for you! We are currently looking for a Office Assistantto support our client, one of the big 4 accounting firms, in their Downtown Vancouver office. In this role you will work full time hours on a 3 month assignment , and earn $23/hr.Advantages• Gain experieDo you have experience with internal office operations? Would you be excited for a new opportunity to work within one of the world's leading accounting firms? If so, we have an excellent opportunity for you! We are currently looking for a Office Assistantto support our client, one of the big 4 accounting firms, in their Downtown Vancouver office. In this role you will work full time hours on a 3 month assignment , and earn $23/hr.Advantages• Gain experie
- Are you known for your superior customer service skills? You have the reputation to be the BEST receptionist in town? You have a particular liking to executing basic administrative duties?If you are fluent in French and English, and you are identifying with the above descrition, we have an offer that you may love!Our client working in the field of insurance & wealth management, is looking to hire a fantastic candidate for their Office Assistant position inAre you known for your superior customer service skills? You have the reputation to be the BEST receptionist in town? You have a particular liking to executing basic administrative duties?If you are fluent in French and English, and you are identifying with the above descrition, we have an offer that you may love!Our client working in the field of insurance & wealth management, is looking to hire a fantastic candidate for their Office Assistant position in
- The Field Office Assistant provides administrative support by performing routine clerical, and administrative work. Typical duties include answering and directing incoming calls, receiving the public, providing customer assistance, maintaining supplies and equipment, and mail distribution.General administrative support for a field office.Organize and maintain files, filing system and communications.Provide data entry for projects.Answer phones and direct cThe Field Office Assistant provides administrative support by performing routine clerical, and administrative work. Typical duties include answering and directing incoming calls, receiving the public, providing customer assistance, maintaining supplies and equipment, and mail distribution.General administrative support for a field office.Organize and maintain files, filing system and communications.Provide data entry for projects.Answer phones and direct c
- Are you currently looking for an office assistant opportunity in Dollard Des Ormeaux? Do you have experience in data entry and administration and looking for a challenge, and an awesome opportunity to learn and grow with a great company? If so, this company in the food industry could be a great fit for you and we would love to discuss the opportunity with you.AdvantagesPart of the annual discretionary bonus planHealth/Dental insurance coverage (100% of prAre you currently looking for an office assistant opportunity in Dollard Des Ormeaux? Do you have experience in data entry and administration and looking for a challenge, and an awesome opportunity to learn and grow with a great company? If so, this company in the food industry could be a great fit for you and we would love to discuss the opportunity with you.AdvantagesPart of the annual discretionary bonus planHealth/Dental insurance coverage (100% of pr
- We are currently looking for an experienced Office Administrator for an opportunity in Downtown Winnipeg.Do you take pride in your excellent organizational skills? Do you enjoy supporting fellow staff to establish a more efficient and productive workplace? Are you looking to take your career to the next level?As an office assistant, you'll be the first face that people see when they enter; you will be answering phone calls, taking appointments, and correspWe are currently looking for an experienced Office Administrator for an opportunity in Downtown Winnipeg.Do you take pride in your excellent organizational skills? Do you enjoy supporting fellow staff to establish a more efficient and productive workplace? Are you looking to take your career to the next level?As an office assistant, you'll be the first face that people see when they enter; you will be answering phone calls, taking appointments, and corresp
- We are currently looking for an Administrative Assistantto support our client in their Downtown Toronto office (fully onsite). In this role you will work full time hours on a 12 month assignment , and earn $21.57/hr.The Administration Support role is integral in providing comprehensive support to the Training Manager and ensuring the seamless operation of daily administrative tasks within the organization. The incumbent is responsible for various tasks incWe are currently looking for an Administrative Assistantto support our client in their Downtown Toronto office (fully onsite). In this role you will work full time hours on a 12 month assignment , and earn $21.57/hr.The Administration Support role is integral in providing comprehensive support to the Training Manager and ensuring the seamless operation of daily administrative tasks within the organization. The incumbent is responsible for various tasks inc
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all about office assistants
Office assistant jobs typically involve fulfilling organizational and clerical duties in support of the main office staff. Office assistants organize files, schedule appointments and events, write simple copy, interact with clients, in addition to many other tasks. Furthermore, they are often tasked with general office duties and errands. Office assistant jobs are considered an entry-level office position, ideal for someone early in their career with minimal experience.
what office assistant jobs entail
Office assistant jobs involve standard full-time hours in an office setting. This entails showing up Monday to Friday and working standard hours, usually 9 to 5. Office assistants typically report to an office manager or director and are expected to perform regular duties in addition to whatever tasks come up from day to day.
office assistant salaries in canada
Office assistant jobs, in spite of being quite entry-level and requiring few specific skills, are fairly well-paying across Canada. The average starting salary for office assistant jobs is around $31,100 per year. More experienced office assistants can expect to earn around $42,400 per year. However, many office assistants quickly move into other office jobs that pay more as their career progresses.
your day to day tasks
Office assistants are expected to take on a wide variety of tasks around the office, namely helping with administration and communication objectives. In addition, office assistants will be expected to take on varying minor duties on a daily basis.
- assist with day-to-day office operations
- prepare sales, shipping, and banking documents
- keep up to date computer records
- follow up with clients over requests
- coordinate pickups and deliveries
- perform accounting and expense reports
- maintain office supply inventories
- phone and email correspondence
- file documents
- maintain spreadsheets
- maintain calendars and schedules
where you can work
Offices assistants are in demand in across Canada with a variety of employers. Office assistants jobs are available at almost any company with some sort of corporate office. Management and consultation firms, import/export services, and food services are just a handful of the industries currently seeking office assistants. While the majority of office assistant jobs are found in the business sector, there are plenty of jobs to be found across other sectors.
what you bring to the table
Office assistants need soft-skills more than hard skills. Office assistant jobs are typically entry-level and require little previous experience. You’ll learn on the job. Some basic skills needed in office assistant jobs include:
- proficiency with microsoft office suite
- organizational, interpersonal, and multitasking skills
- able to work under pressure and for deadlines
- verbal and written communication skills
- highly motivated and focused
- high attention to detail
training and certifications
Office assistant jobs require at least a high school education, but university or college-level credentials are often expected. Being able to use Microsoft Office or similar software is important, as you’ll be using it on a daily basis. Finally, having some prior experience in a business setting is preferred and helpful, but not always expected.
where your career is headed
Office assistants occupy an entry-level role within a business’ structure. Further career development is really up to you. Furthering your education or training could allow you take on a more senior role over time in just about any professional field of your choosing, ranging from marketing, to accounting, to sales to human resources. If you find that you are best suited to work in office administration, a role as a receptionist or secretary, or perhaps as an office clerk could be for you. Becoming an executive assistant or administrative assistant is also an option that will likely increase your salary.