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Administrative Assistant IV
Nova Scotia Power
Halifax, NS
- Full-time
Are you an organized, proactive professional who enjoys keeping teams running smoothly and efficiently? As an Administrative Assistant with Nova Scotia Power’s Customer Care team, you will…
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Administrative Assistant
Canstar Restorations LP
Coquitlam, BC
- Full-time
As a Canstar Administrative Assistant, you will be the first point of contact for our company. You will attend to internal and external visitors, handle deliveries, deal with inquiries on…
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Administrative Assistant 3, Office of the Registrar Support
Mount Royal University
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
SAD03 Administrative Services III (Salary Grade 15)
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Administrative Assistant to the AVP & CIO - Information Technology Services
MacEwan University
AB · Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
MacEwan University is seeking an Administrative Assistant to the AVP & CIO for a full-time 18-month replacement term opportunity with the Information Technology Services department.
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*Administrative Assistant, Investments
Recrute Action
Montreal, QC
On-site work, 5 days per week
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Expression of Interest: Casual School Administrative Assistant
ANGLOPHONE NORTH SCHOOL DISTRICT
Miramichi, NB
- Full-time
…individuals interested in joining our team as a Casual School Administrative Assistant. This is an on-call, casual position ideal for individuals seeking flexible work opportunities within…
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Administrative Assistant - Proficient
Raise
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
We at Raise are hiring an Administrative Assistant - Proficient for one of our top clients. After establishing themselves as an industry leader, they’re now expanding their team to meet…
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Elementary School Secretary (Full-time)
District School Board of Niagara
Welland, ON
- Full-time
Interested Applicants Must Have
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Administrative Assistant
Desjardins
Mississauga, ON · Levis, QC
- Full-time
As an administrative assistant, you help carry out administrative tasks for your sector. Your role is to support a group of three managers within the Transformation and Integration…
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Administrative Assistant
RAM Response Inc.
Kelowna, BC
- Full-time
RAM Response Inc. is seeking a highly organized and professional Administrative Assistant to join our operations team. This role is ideal for someone who brings exceptional business writing…
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Clinical Fellowship Administrative Assistant
University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC · VCH | Vancouver General Hospital - Heather Pavilion (VGHHP)
- $5,027 to $5,413 CAD / month
- Part-time
The Clinical Fellowship (CF) Administrative Assistant provides administrative and operational support to the Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB), Abdominal Organ Transplant (AOT) and Complex…
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Administrative Assistant
Battlefield Equipment Rentals
ON · Stoney Creek, ON
- Full-time
The Administrative Assistant plays a key role in supporting branch operations by delivering exceptional customer service, coordinating administrative activities, and maintaining accurate…
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GROUP 4 - PART TIME ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SECRETARY
Durham District School Board
Pickering, ON
- Part-time
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Administrative Assistant to Director, MHA
IWK Health
Halifax, NS
- Temporary
Must have the ability to function effectively in a stressful environment where multiple deadlines and concurrent activities are the norm · Must possess a strong business sense, understanding the business implications of decisions
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Investor Relations, Recording Secretary and Legal Administration
Diversicare Canada Management Services Co Inc
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
…across the country. The company focuses on delivering reliable administrative and operational support that enables its clients to provide quality services in their respective sectors. Team…
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Office Administrative Assistant
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Saskatoon, SK
- Full-time
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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Administrative Assistant
Richmond Division of Family Practice
Richmond, BC
- Full-time
- Temporary
The Administrative Assistant supports the day-to-day operations, meetings and engagement activities of the Richmond Division of Family Practice (RDFP). Reporting to the HR Business Partner…
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Administrative Assistant
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Saskatoon, SK
- Part-time
Job Description: The Administrative Assistant is responsible for providing confidential administrative and secretarial support to a group of Acute Care Managers of Nursing, Saskatoon City…
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Site Administrative Assistant
Pacific Energy Canada
Squamish, BC
This is a site-based position working a 7-days-on/7-days-off rotation, with 12-hour shifts
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Administrative Assistant - Competition # AD 26:081
Brandon University
Winnipeg, MB
- Full-time
Administrative Assistant – Competition # AD 26:081
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Bilingual Administrative Assistant
Home Hardware Stores Limited
St. Jacobs, ON
- Full-time
As the Bilingual Administrative Assistant, you will work closely with the Retail Operations Team and the Regional Directors to provide day-to-day administrative support in a fast-paced,…
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Site Administrative Assistant
Woodfibre LNG
Squamish, BC
- Full-time
This is a site-based position working a 7-days-on/7-days-off rotation, with 12-hour shifts
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Administrative Assistant
Encompass Support Services Society
Langley (City), BC · Langley, British Columbia
- Part-time
The Administrative Assistant creates a welcoming and supportive environment as the first point of contact at the centre, providing exceptional customer service, reception duties, and…
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Partner Administrative Assistant, Advisory MC | Toronto
KPMG
ON · Toronto, Ontario
- Full-time
KPMG is looking for a Partner Administrative Assistant who can provide support on a range of activities to ensure high-quality deliverables.
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Partner Administrative Assistant, Advisory MC- 12 Month Contract | Toronto
KPMG
ON · Toronto, Ontario
- Temporary
KPMG is looking for a Partner Administrative Assistant who can provide support on a range of activities to ensure high-quality deliverables.

Desjardins

Administrative Assistant

Mississauga, ON, Canada
Aurora, ON, Canada
Montreal, QC, Canada
Brossard, QC, Canada
Quebec, QC, Canada
Levis, QC, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 14, 2026

Original job description

Temporary 12 months position.

Underwriting and Client Complaint Management Centre leverage risk expertise andstrong judgment to deliver clear, practical decisions that balance Member-Client andpartner needs within our risk appetite. As an administrative assistant, you help carry out administrative tasks for your sector. You provide the administrative and secretarial support a director needs to manage their unit. You provide administrative support to other employees in your unit as needed. You help coordinate, plan and prioritize management activities. You interact with a variety of key partners. The nature of the role requires initiative, proactivity and autonomy in both decision-making and the execution of activities to effectively address the manager’s administrative needs. Your ability to communicate effectively and adapt your approach to different situations is essential. More specifically, you will be required to :

Help managers manage and follow up on their agendas, calls and emails.
Perform various administrative tasks related to internal management (dashboard management, expense account monitoring, inventory and supply management, and support for performance evaluation planning, employee onboarding and offboarding, etc.).
Plan and attend management committee and other meetings. Draft summaries and minutes and ensure that required follow-up actions are completed.
Support the management team with administrative tasks related to dissatisfactions.
Help organize events (team meetings, committees, travel, public relations activities, etc.).
Contribute to the preparation of the annual budget and support budget monitoring throughout the year (variance analysis and justification).
Carry out various secretarial tasks, including drafting, formatting, updating, producing and revising documents for different sectors.

What we offer*

Competitive salary and annual bonus
4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first year
Defined benefit pension plan that provides predictable, stable income throughout retirement
Group insurance including telemedicine
Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses

* Benefits apply based on eligibility criteria.

What you bring to the table

Trade school diploma in a related field
A minimum of three years of relevant experience
Please note that other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered
Advanced proficiency in French oral and written
Intermediate advanced proficiency of English due to the nature of the duties or work tools or because the position involves interactions with English-speaking partners, members and/or clients
Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft 365

Action oriented, Communicates effectively, Customer Focus, Differences, Interpersonal Savvy, Nimble learning, Plans and aligns, Situational adaptability

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility

At Desjardins, we believe in equity, diversity and inclusion. We're committed to welcoming, respecting and valuing people for who they are as individuals, learning from their differences, embracing their uniqueness, and providing a positive workplace for all. At Desjardins, we have zero tolerance for discrimination of any kind. We believe our teams should reflect the diversity of the members, clients and communities we serve.

If there's something we can do to help make the recruitment process or the job you're applying for more accessible, let us know. We can provide accommodations at any stage in the recruitment process. Just ask!

Trade Union (If applicable)

Job Family

Administration (FG)

Unposting Date

2026-10-21

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Responsibilities

Provide administrative and secretarial support to the director and unit, including managing schedules and communications, preparing documents, and coordinating meetings and events. Support internal management processes, budget monitoring, employee onboarding and offboarding, and follow-up on management actions and client dissatisfactions.

Requirements

A trade school diploma in a related field and at least three years of relevant experience are required, though equivalent combinations may be considered. The role requires advanced French proficiency, intermediate-to-advanced English proficiency, and intermediate-to-advanced Microsoft 365 proficiency.

Skills

Administrative Support
Calendar Management
Email and Call Management
Meeting Planning
Minute Taking
Document Preparation
Budget Monitoring
Expense Monitoring
Inventory and Supply Management
Event Coordination
Microsoft 365
Communication
Planning and Prioritization
Customer Focus
Adaptability
Initiative

Benefits

Competitive Salary
Annual Bonus
Flexible Vacation
Defined Benefit Pension Plan
Group Insurance
Telemedicine
Health and Wellness Expense Reimbursement

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Administrative Support
Secretarial Support
Underwriting
Client Complaint Management
Risk Management
Calendar Management
Email Management
Dashboard Management
Expense Accounts
Inventory Management
Supply Management
Performance Evaluation Planning
Employee Onboarding
Employee Offboarding
Meeting Coordination
Minutes
Action Follow-Up
Event Coordination
Budget Preparation
Budget Monitoring
Variance Analysis
Document Formatting
Microsoft 365
French
English

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