Administrative Assistant
- Montreal, QC, Canada
Full-time
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- Job type
- Full-time
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- Experience
- Minimum 3 years of proven experience as an Administrative Assistant within a financial institution to support various organizational levels.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
The position at a glance
This role supports the Global Markets and Global Banking Americas mission by providing high-quality administrative services through the unified Platform Services Team. The main objective is to increase operational efficiency and service levels for Front Office staff through a coordinated support model. The position ensures seamless business continuity by partnering with team members across multiple locations to provide comprehensive coverage.
In detail
- Coordinate domestic and international travel and visa requirements to facilitate seamless business mobility for staff.
- Manage heavy expense claim processes using Concur to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
- Organize MS Teams meetings and provide operator assistance to ensure effective virtual communication.
- Plan logistics for internal and external events, including client roadshows and workshops, to support engagement and professional development.
- Manage visitor logistics and incoming calls to provide a professional experience for all guests and stakeholders.
- Maintain Outlook email distribution lists to ensure accurate internal communications.
- Process invoices through Ivalua to support efficient supplies and IT procurement.
- Partner with fellow assistants across different locations to provide dependable coverage for executives and ensure uninterrupted service.
- Utilize various applications such as MyIAM, ESS, and Instant Booking to streamline daily office management tasks.
- Complete special projects as requested by management to support evolving business needs through a flexible and supportive approach.
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- The knowledge of English is required.*
- Minimum 3 years of proven experience as an Administrative Assistant within a financial institution to support various organizational levels.
- Effective verbal and written communication when interacting with senior stakeholders and internal staff.
- Detailed organizational and time management skills to prioritize tasks based on potential impact.
- Collaborative problem solving when working within the Platform Services Team to ensure seamless coverage.
- Resourceful task execution to complete assignments with professionalism and dependability.
- Project management capabilities to develop plans and manage timelines for platform deliverables.
- Technical proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and Excel for efficient data and calendar management.
- Competence in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint to assist with professional presentations.
- Discretion and confidentiality when handling sensitive information and client interactions.
- Given the vast majority of our clients, both internal and external, are based outside of Quebec and Canada, specific language requirements may apply. Professional working proficiency in English language is required.
What’s In It For You
Alongside a competitive compensation, we provide a comprehensive suite of flexible benefits designed to support your health, wellbeing, and long‑term success:
Health & Wellness – A menu of flexible options for you and your family, including a 24/7 telemedicine service.
Mental‑Health Support – Up to $5,000 per year for sessions with mental‑health practitioners, plus unlimited access through our Employee Assistance Program.
Financial Benefits – A defined‑contribution pension plan and a range of additional financial perks.
Paid Volunteering Days – Take time off to give back to the community.
Learning & Development – Access to high‑quality training, personal‑development programs, and clear pathways for internal career progression across our global organization.
Work‑place flexibility – Hybrid work is available for most roles. You’ll be required in the office at least three days per week, with one of those days being either a Monday or a Friday.
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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) at the heart of our commitments
BNP Paribas is committed to fostering a work environment where all employees can feel heard, valued, safe and supported, and can be their authentic selves.
BNP Paribas recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, disability, age, and other protected status (Employment Equity Act and Canadian Human Right Act).
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About Us
BNP Paribas, the leading bank in the European Union and a major global financial institution, operates in 63 countries and has nearly 178,000 employees. Its mission is to foster a responsible, sustainable economy by financing and advising clients to the highest ethical standards while addressing environmental, regional development, and social inclusion concerns. With over 1,700 employees in Montreal and Toronto, BNP Paribas in Canada strives to develop long-term relationships with its clients by supporting their business strategies and meeting their financing and investment needs, both locally and abroad.
Our certifications and partnerships
Canada’s Top Employers for Young People 2026
Montreal’s Top Employers 2026
Canada’s Best Diversity Employers 2026
Women in Governance Platinum-Parity Certification
LinkedIn Top Companies 2024
What You Need To Know
- BNP Paribas is committed to accessibility and inclusion. During the recruitment process, accommodation needs are available at all times for candidates. You will have the chance to make a request for an accommodation during your application.
- You must be legally eligible to work in the Greater Montreal area and, if applicable, hold a valid work or study permit. Physical presence in BNP Paribas’ office(s) is an essential function of this position;
- If you are applying and accepted to a position which requires working in/for the U.S. securities industry, you will be required to provide your fingerprints and undergo additional background checks by the FBI. BNP Paribas Securities Corporation is required to maintain a supervisory program over the conduct of its Associated Persons; some of your personal data will be transmitted to the United States of America and made available to US regulators. Please reach out to BNPP for additional information; or you can also find an overview here: 3110. Supervision FINRA.org
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More about this job
Responsibilities
Provide administrative support to Global Markets and Global Banking Americas, including coordinating travel and visas, processing expense claims and invoices, organizing meetings and events, and managing visitors and communications. Collaborate with assistants across locations to maintain executive coverage and business continuity, use office-management applications, and complete special projects.
Requirements
A minimum of three years of administrative assistant experience in a financial institution is required, with strong communication, organization, time management, collaboration, and project management abilities. A bachelor's degree is preferred, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and professional working proficiency in English; discretion and confidentiality are essential.
Skills
- Administrative Support
- Travel Coordination
- Expense Management
- Concur
- Microsoft Teams
- Event Planning
- Visitor and Call Management
- Outlook Distribution Lists
- Invoice Processing
- Ivalua
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Project Management
- Confidentiality
Benefits
- Flexible Health and Wellness Benefits
- 24/7 Telemedicine
- Mental Health Support
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Volunteering Days
- Training and Professional Development
- Internal Career Progression
- Hybrid Work
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Administrative
- Finance & Accounting
- Customer Service & Support
Keywords
- Administrative Assistant
- Banking
- Global Markets
- Global Banking
- Platform Services
- Travel Coordination
- Visa Requirements
- Expense Claims
- Concur
- Microsoft Teams
- Event Logistics
- Client Roadshows
- Visitor Management
- Outlook Distribution Lists
- Invoice Processing
- Ivalua
- MyIAM
- ESS
- Instant Booking
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Project Management
- Business Continuity
- Executive Support
- Financial Institution
- Confidentiality
- Hybrid Work