Administrative assistant jobs in Canada

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Counted Nov 5, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 2,182
Employers: 1,117

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $27.01Across 337 listings
Average starting payCAD / year: $53,058Across 103 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: <1%7 listings
Hybrid: 13%273 listings
On-site: 87%1,894 listings

Not specified: <1% (8 listings)

Employers hiring include HealthCareersInSask.ca (68), City of Saint John (50), MNP (41).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

Administrative assistant jobs in Canada

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Journey Wealth Administrative Assistant
Stride Credit Union
Carberry, MB
- Full-time
We're looking for a skilled Administrative Assistant to join our new Carberry Branch! In this role you will provide administrative and sales support to the Journey Wealth Team. Journey…
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UH
Administrative Assistant II, Medical
University Health Network
Toronto, ON
- Contract
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Administrative Assistant
Compass Group Canada
Mississauga, ON
- Full-time
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Administrative Assistant
Maquise
ON · Mississauga, ON
- Full-time
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Office Administrative Assistant
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Saskatoon, SK
- Part-time
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Host / Barista / Administrative Assistant
mbf | Chartered Professional Accountants
Kentville, NS
- Full-time
…businesses. We need you to be our master host, amazing barista, admin assistant and complete a few basic office…
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Administrative Assistant
Robert Half
Delta, BC
- $50,000 to $60,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
Our client is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to support the day-to-day operations of their business. This is an excellent opportunity for a well-rounded…
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UH
Administrative Assistant II, General
University Health Network
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Administrative Assistant / Office Administrator - Bank/Finance
Collabera
Toronto, ON
- $19 to $20 CAD / hour
- Contract
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Administrative assistant
Harvey's
Saint-Georges, QC
- From $17.5 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- On-site
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GB
Administrative assistant
Groupe Baribeau, Côté, Boisvert, Gestion privée de patrimoine
Montréal, QC
- From $71,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
- On-site
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Administrative assistant
PRINCE LOGISTIC SERVICES
Saint-Antoine-Abbé, QC
- From $24 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- On-site
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AV
Front Office Administrative Assistant
Annapolis Valley First Nation
Cambridge, NS
- Full-time
Jijiktukwej L’nue’kati is seeking a friendly, dependable, and highly organized individual to join our team as a Front Office Administrative Assistant.
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Payroll, Accounting & Human Resources Administrator
S3 Group Ltd.
Swift Current, SK
- Full-time
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Administrative Assistant
HR Associates
Toronto, ON
- $30 to $33 CAD / hour
- Temporary
…Ontario. We specialize in placing interim professionals and administrative resources within the public, broader public, and not-for-profit sectors. Our consultants bring deep domain…
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Administrative Assistant
Robert Half
London, ON
- $55,000 to $64,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
Are you an organized, detail-oriented Administrative Assistant who thrives in a fast-paced environment? Do you enjoy keeping operations running smoothly, coordinating schedules, and…
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Office Administrative Assistant
HealthCareersInSask.ca
North Battleford, SK
Job Description: Provides a wide range of administrative support and coordination of clerical/financial services to a variety of department(s) and/or program(s) and/or facility(ies).
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CO
Administrative Assistant 3 - Records
City of Saint John
Saint John, NB
- Full-time
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CO
Administrative Assistant 4 - Street Crime Unit (up to two year term)
City of Saint John
Saint John, NB
- Full-time
…Unit, this position is responsible for providing clerical and administrative support to all employees of the Street Crime Unit. Must be prepared to work outside of regular working…
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BH
Administrative Assistant – Organizational Development #550-26
Brightshores Health System
Owen Sound, ON
- Full-time
The Administrative Assistant provides on-site customer service and administrative support to Organizational Development. This role requires balancing multiple responsibilities using
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Billing Administrative Assistant
Gowling WLG
Toronto, ON
- $55,000 to $75,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
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Administrative Assistant (PL3)
University of New Brunswick
Fredericton, NB
- Full-time
…to the legal community. Faculty members require responsive administrative support to assist with teaching preparation, research activities, and academic…
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Air Admin Assistant
UPS
Richmond, BC
- Part-time
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Air Admin Assistant
UPS
Richmond, BC
- Part-time
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International Admin Assistant II
UPS
Calgary, AB
- $20.67 CAD / hour
- Internship

Compass Group Canada

Administrative Assistant

Mississauga, ON, Canada

The salary range for this position is $40,000 to $43,000. · Full-time

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Job details

Pay: The salary range for this position is $40,000 to $43,000.
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 27, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 28, 2026

Original job description

The salary range for this position is $40,000 to $43,000. Final compensation will be determined based on relevant skills, experience, qualifications, and internal equity. In addition to base salary, eligible employees may be entitled to other elements of total compensation, which may include group benefits and employer RRSP contributions, where applicable to the role. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and comply with all applicable pay transparency legislation. Further details regarding our total rewards program will be shared by the Talent Acquisition team during the hiring process. Canadian work experience is not a requirement for this role. Please note that artificial intelligence–based tools may be used at certain stages of the recruitment and applicant screening process.

This is a posting for an existing job vacancy.

Now, If You Were To Come On Board As Our Administrative Assistant, We’d Ask You To Do The Following For Us

Oversee general operation of the unit office to include upkeep of operating cost records, associate files, compliance, record retention in addition to organization and filing of records and other operational supporting documentation that may be required
Answer telephones and direct inquires in a professional manner
Maintain confidential personnel files
Assist management staff in preparing confidential employment documents, including but not limited to proposed disciplinary notices
Open and route incoming mail, answers correspondence and prepares outgoing mail
Assist with staffing, including finding staff when employees call out on short notice
Process vendor invoices for payment – making sure there is no discrepancy in pricing
Perform monthly vendor statement reconciliations
Assist in preparation of end of month financial reports
Attend in-service and/or safety meetings as required

Role

Think you have what it takes to be our Administrative Assistant? We’re committed to hiring the best talent for the role. Here’s how we’ll know you’ll be successful in the role:

Post-secondary education in Office Administration, and/or one to two years of office administration experience
Strong verbal and written skills, with an ability to maintain good relationships with suppliers, staff, clients
Strong computer skills and ability to learn various software programs quickly
Ability to adapt to a changing and fast-paced environment
Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to meet strict deadlines and take direction/feedback
Microsoft Office proficiency

What’s in it for you?

Join an award-winning culture. We have been recognized for being a Great Place to Work, in addition to being selected as a FORTUNE Global 500 Company, Best Workplaces Retail & Hospitality, and FORTUNE World’s Most Admired Companies.
The opportunities with us are endless. As the world’s largest food and support services company, we offer an extensive range of learning and career opportunities for all our associates.
Health & Safety. The health and safety of our associates, clients and guests has always been our top priority. We have the right processes in place to ensure our teams have the support they need to stay safe, while helping to keep our guests safe.
Health Benefits. For our eligible associates, we offer comprehensive health, vision, and dental care coverage.
A Focus on Mental Health and Wellness. Our Mental Health and Well-Being initiative was created to share credible resources with our associates and the communities we serve on a variety of topics, including mental, physical, spiritual, and financial wellbeing. We also have an Employment Assistance Program which provides our associates with access to 24/7 support, resources, and information.
We are as diverse as our guests. We are as diverse as the people and communities we serve, and we know that’s one of our greatest strengths. We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where people feel respected, supported, and able to grow, with fair opportunities for all. Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) create space for connection, deepen cultural awareness, and build appreciation of diverse perspectives across our teams – strengthening our culture and helping people feel a true sense of belonging.

For accommodation requests during the hiring process, please contact ukg.recruitment@compass-canada.com for further information.

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Responsibilities

Oversee office operations, records, confidential personnel files, correspondence, and staffing coordination. Process vendor invoices and reconciliations, assist with month-end financial reports, and attend required safety or in-service meetings.

Requirements

Requires post-secondary education in Office Administration and/or one to two years of office administration experience. Candidates should have strong communication, interpersonal, computer, and Microsoft Office skills, and be able to adapt to a fast-paced environment, meet deadlines, and accept direction and feedback.

Skills

Office Administration
Recordkeeping
Filing and Document Organization
Telephone and Inquiry Handling
Confidential File Management
Mail Processing
Staffing Coordination
Invoice Processing
Vendor Reconciliation
Financial Reporting
Written Communication
Verbal Communication
Interpersonal Skills
Microsoft Office
Deadline Management

Benefits

Group Benefits
Employer RRSP Contributions
Health Insurance
Vision Care
Dental Care
Mental Health and Wellness Resources
Employee Assistance Program

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Office Administration
Operating Cost Records
Associate Files
Compliance
Record Retention
Confidential Personnel Files
Employment Documents
Mail Processing
Staffing Coordination
Vendor Invoices
Pricing Discrepancies
Vendor Statement Reconciliation
Month-End Financial Reports
Safety Meetings
Supplier Relations
Client Relations
Microsoft Office
Software Programs
Deadline Management
Food and Beverage Services

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