Administrative assistant jobs in Canada

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Counted Oct 3, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 896
Employers: 517

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $24.03Across 42 listings
Average starting payCAD / year: $54,151Across 31 listings

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

Where work happens

Remote: 1%8 listings
Hybrid: 16%140 listings
On-site: 83%748 listings

Employers hiring include MNP (27), KPMG (21), HealthCareersInSask.ca (20).

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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Administrative Assistant - Healthcare (87197051)
Sodexo Canada Ltd
Richmond Hill, ON
- Full-time
…exciting new opportunity to join the Sodexo team as our next Administrative Assistant supporting locations in Richmond Hill and Vaughan. This position will work across both sites based on…
Added 3 months ago
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Nursing Administrative Assistant - Evenings
Responsive Health Management
Ottawa, Ontario
- Up to $55,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
The Administrative/Nursing Assistant reports to the Director of Care and is responsible for assisting with all the day-to-day f
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Administrative Assistant-Mississauga (Head Office)
Morguard
Mississauga, ON
- Full-time
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Project Administrative Assistant
Pomerleau
Barrie, ON
- Full-time
As a Project Administrative Assistant working in the Major Projects team at Pomerleau Construction, you will play a key role in supporting the project team(s) with key administrative tasks.
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Project Administrative Assistant
Pomerleau
Kawartha Lakes, ON
- Full-time
As a Project Administrative Assistant working in the Major Projects team at Pomerleau Construction, you will play a key role in supporting the project team(s) with key administrative tasks.
Added 22 days ago
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School Secretary - RMS
High Prairie School Division
Slave Lake, AB
- Full-time
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Administrative Assistant
TULLOCH
Huntsville, ON
- Full-time
Added 23 days ago
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Administrative Assistant
TULLOCH
Sault Ste. Marie, ON
- Contract
Added 21 days ago
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Temporary Administrative Assistant Full-Time
canteen
Fort McMurray, AB
- Full-time
Culligan Water Fort McMurray is looking for a dependable, organized, and customer-focused Temporary Administrative Assistant to join our team.
Added 22 days ago
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Senior Administrative Assistant / Technical Coordinator
Weir
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
Job Title: Senior Administrative Assistant / Technical Coordinator
Added 21 days ago
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Administrative Assistant I
University Health Network
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
Added 21 days ago
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Administrative Assistant
H.H. Angus & Associates Ltd.
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
Added 2 months ago
Administrative Assistant
G3 Canada Limited
Colonsay, Saskatchewan
Added 23 days ago
ScotiaMcLeod Administrative Support Assistant - Rosedale
Scotiabank
Toronto, ON
Added 1 month ago
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Administrative Assistant
American Iron and Metal
Levis, QC
- Full-time
Added 22 days ago
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Administrative Assistant (Entry Level)
Evertz Microsystems Limited
Burlington, ON
- Full-time
We are seeking a reliable, organized, and proactive Administrative Assistant to join our team. Administrators are vital to the success of our business model, playing a key role in both…
Added 5 months ago
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Administrative Assistant (Contract Position)
D&H Distributing
Mississauga, Ontario
- Contract
We are looking for an Admin Assistant to support our Mississauga location. This position is a contract position working Monday to Friday (40 hours per week).
Added 23 days ago
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Administrative Assistant, Distribution Support
BMO
Toronto, ON · FCP
- Full-time
Performs a variety of administrative and clerical tasks, financial and human resources administration and provides professional support to one or more Managers and their direct reports. The…
Added 23 days ago
Bilingual Administrative Assistant
Talent Acquisition Team
Ottawa, ON
We are currently seeking a dedicated and organized Bilingual Administrative Assistant to join our Ottawa office. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy multitasking, and take…
Added 3 months ago
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Human Resources Administrator
Honey Electric Limited
Chatham, Ontario
- Contract
Added 22 days ago
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Admin Assistant, Middle & Senior School
The York School
Toronto, ON
- $52,000 to $58,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
Administrative Assistant, Middle & Senior School
Added 23 days ago
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Administrative Assistant
TULLOCH
Huntsville, ON
- $52,000 to $58,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
Added 23 days ago
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Administrative Assistant
TULLOCH
Sault Ste. Marie, ON
- $25 to $28 CAD / hour
- Contract
Added 22 days ago
MN
Administrative Assistant
Metis Nation Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK
- Full-time
Under the direction of the Administration Manager, the Administration Assistant will support the growth of the Métis Nation – Saskatchewan. The Administrative Assistant will be responsible…
Added 2 months ago
Administrative Assistant
Government of Alberta
Cold Lake, Alberta

Ipsen

Senior Administrative Assistant

Mississauga, ON, Canada

The annual base salary range for this position is $57,000 - $82,000 · Full-time

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Job details

Pay: The annual base salary range for this position is $57,000 - $82,000
Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Jun 11, 2026

Original job description

Title:

Senior Administrative Assistant

Company:

Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals Canada Inc.

About Ipsen:

Ipsen is a mid-sized global biopharmaceutical company with a focus on transformative medicines in three therapeutic areas: Oncology, Rare Disease and Neuroscience. Supported by nearly 100 years of development experience, with global hubs in the U.S., France and the U.K, we tackle areas of high unmet medical need through research and innovation.

Our passionate teams in more than 40 countries are focused on what matters and endeavor every day to bring medicines to patients in 88 countries. We build a workplace that champions human-centric leadership and fosters a culture of collaboration, excellence and impact. At Ipsen, every individual is empowered to be their true selves, grow and thrive alongside the company’s success. Join us on our journey towards sustainable growth, creating real impact on patients and society!

For more information, visit us at https://www.ipsen.com/ and follow our latest news on LinkedIn and Instagram.

Job Description:

Summary of Position:

The Sr. Administrative Assistant will be responsible to provide general administrative support to their assigned business areas, including, calendar management, travel, managing the purchase to pay process, budget support, catering support, and coordination of team events/meetings. The Sr. Administrative Assistant will demonstrate the utmost professionalism and sensitivity to confidential information through their daily responsibilities. Strong communication skills are a key expectation of this customer-focused position.

Main Responsibilities & Technical Competencies

Manage calendar for assigned ICLT members and departments as required, including coordinating individual and group meetings, facilities (e.g., room reservations, web and conference calls, audio/visual equipment and support and catering), actively soliciting input for managing conflicting priorities, pro-actively communicating schedule conflicts and providing copies of relevant documents and other essential information to department team members (and others upon request) prior to meetings.
Assist with general paperwork (photocopying, scanning, binding, etc.) and maintain general administrative needs of the departments
Manage the purchase to pay process (RFPs, commitment request, new vendor set-up, PO set-up, goods receipt, invoice coding, etc.)
Act as a K2 and Ariba Super User and support teams accordingly
Act as a meeting Room AV/IT Super User and support teams accordingly
Coordinate onboarding activities for new hires within assigned teams, in conjunction with HR.
Support travel logistics for assigned ICLT members in compliance with Ipsen travel and expense policies and prepare detailed itineraries from departure to return with minimal input from department team members.
Provide support to the remainder of assigned teams for urgent situations.
Prepare, submit and track expense reports for assigned ICLT members in accordance with the Ipsen travel and expenses policy and Canadian submission timelines, as necessary
Discretely maintain, coordinate and communicate highly confidential and sensitive information
Work collaboratively with administrative and operations support colleagues to:
- Efficiently resolve day-to-day work issues
- Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities
- Manage back-up coverage due to vacations and unplanned vacancies
Report any potential adverse events/safety information or products complaints for Ipsen products to the Medical Information and Pharmacovigilance department, per company requirements
Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge & Experience

Strong communication skills (both verbal and written) and ability to relate well to internal and external customers
Must be flexible and have a high attention to detail
Must have the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and is very organized
Self-starter and results-oriented with a positive, can-do attitude
Proficient with Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint
High level of organizational skills
Able to work across multi-disciplinary teams
Must be able speak English.
French speaking is an asset but not required.
University degree or college diploma is preferred
At least 1 year of experience as a Receptionist or Administrative Assistant in a corporate, professional environment preferred
Database management and experience in survey development is an asset

The annual base salary range for this position is $57,000 - $82,000

This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentives program.

The pay range displayed above is the range of base pay compensation within which Ipsen expects to pay for this role at the time of this posting. Individual compensation within this range depends on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, prior education and experience, job-related knowledge and demonstrated skills.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels heard, valued, and supported; where we embrace “The Real Us”. The value we place on different perspectives and experiences drives our commitment to inclusion and equal opportunities. When we include diverse ways of thinking, we make more thoughtful decisions and discover more innovative solutions. Together we strive to better understand the communities we serve. This means we also want to help you perform at your best when applying for a role with us. If you require any adjustments or support during the application process, please let the recruitment team know. This information will be handled with care and will not affect the outcome of your application.

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Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive administrative support to assigned business areas, including calendar, travel, and event management. Manage the purchase-to-pay process and act as a super user for K2, Ariba, and AV/IT systems.

Requirements

Requires strong communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and the ability to handle confidential information. A university degree or college diploma and at least one year of corporate administrative experience are preferred.

Skills

Calendar Management
Travel Coordination
Purchase to Pay Process
Budget Support
Event Coordination
Confidentiality
Communication Skills
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint
Ariba
K2
Onboarding Coordination
Expense Reporting
Database Management
Survey Development
Organizational Skills

Benefits

Short-term Incentives Program

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Biopharmaceuticals
Oncology
Rare Disease
Neuroscience
Ariba
K2
Purchase to Pay
Expense Reports
Calendar Management
Administrative Support
Corporate Environment
Microsoft Office
Excel
PowerPoint
Onboarding
Pharmacovigilance

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