Office & administration jobs in Canada

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Counted Oct 3, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 4,401
Employers: 2,052

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / year: $72,777Across 308 listings
Average starting payCAD / hour: $27.06Across 158 listings
Average starting payUSD / hour: $17.99Across 11 listings
Average starting payUSD / year: $85,227Across 11 listings
Average starting payCAD / month: $4,847Across 10 listings

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

Where work happens

Remote: 1%51 listings
Hybrid: 16%686 listings
On-site: 83%3,638 listings

Not specified: 1% (26 listings)

Employers hiring include Canada Post - Postes Canada (232), HealthCareersInSask.ca (60), Chartwell (47).

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

Office & administration jobs in Canada

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Admin/Office Coordinator/Scheduler
Senior Helpers of White Rock, BC, Canada
Surrey, BC
- Full-time
…friendly, organized, dependable, and detail-oriented Admin & Office Assistant to support our growing team and help keep our office operations running…
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Contract Manager, Psych Services
Calian Group
Ottawa, ON
- Full-time
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Contract Manager, Psych Services
Calian Group
Burlington, ON
- Full-time
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Deputy Registrar
College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Manitoba (CMLTM)
Winnipeg, MB
- Full-time
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EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO CEO
GMV India Pvt Ltd
Swift Current, SK
- Full-time
…administrative support to ensure smooth coordination between corporate office, plant operations, and leadership. The role involves handling confidential information, tracking operational…
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Talent Management Consultant
St. Lawrence College
Kingston, ON
- $88,985 to $111,230 CAD / year
- Contract
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Student Services & Accommodation Coordinator
Bayswater
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Purchaser - Swift Current
S3 Group Ltd.
Swift Current, SK
- Full-time
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Kelowna, BC
- Full-time
…Urgent and Primary Care Centre is looking for a Casual Medical Office Assistant to join our dedicated team and help deliver exceptional care to patients across the…
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Kettle Office Assistant
The Salvation Army in Canada
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
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Supply Chain Manager Products Refining
Shell
Scotford, AB
- Full-time
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Office Administrator, Trucking
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AB · Northern Sunrise County, AB
- Full-time
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Stratford, ON
- $25 to $30 CAD / hour
- Full-time
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Receptionist
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Kettle Office Assistant
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Calgary, AB
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Records Clerk
Town of LaSalle, Ontario
Lasalle, ON
- Full-time
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Procurement specialist
Aversan Inc.
Montreal, QC
- $90,000 to $105,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
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Executive Assistant IV
TD
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Post Office Assistant - Term
Canada Post - Postes Canada
Elkhorn, MB
…with Canada Post. We are currently seeking an on-call Post Office Assistant who will use a customer-focused approach when providing counter services to…
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Mont-Royal, QC · Ville Mont-Royal, Quebec
- Full-time
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Receptionist (Go Dodge Surrey)
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Surrey, BC
- Other
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Partner Administrative Assistant
KPMG
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
The Client Administration function is a vital part of the firm’s Business Enablement Services and is focused on achieving client service excellence by delivering timely, high qua
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Administrative Assistant, Terminal Maintenance
BC Ferries
Delta, BC
- Other
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Office Manager
Midland Transport
Concord, ON
- Full-time
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McGill University

Administrative Coordinator

Sherbrooke, QC, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Oct 10, 2026
Experience: DEP - Secretarial Studies 4 Years Related Experience / DEP - Office Systems
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 24, 2026

Original job description

Please refer to the How to Apply for a Job (for External Candidates) job aid for instructions on how to apply.

If you are an active McGill employee (ie: currently in an active contract or position at McGill University), do not apply through this Career Site. Login to your McGill Workday account and apply to this posting using the Find Jobs report (type Find Jobs in the search bar).

Position Summary:
Under the direction of the immediate supervisor, provides administrative and secretarial support. Participates in ensuring the smooth functioning of the unit’s operations. Acts as resource person for policies and procedures. Administers unit accounts. Assists in the organization of unit activities. Responsible for documents and files of the unit. Maintains computerized information systems.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Acts as resource person regarding the unit's policies and procedures. Resolves problems within area of responsibility. Consults relevant documentation and liaises with appropriate resource persons to obtain and provide information on diverse and complex issues.
Participates in ensuring the smooth functioning of the unit. Recommends procedural changes to enable unit to function more effectively.
Collaborates with supervisor and others in establishing work priorities. Follows up on and ensures appropriate implementation of decisions made by supervisor.
Administers accounts for unit. Prepares budgets or budget proposals. Monitors and reconciles various accounts, statements, and reports. Identifies and analyses discrepancies and errors. Corrects errors and follows up on problems. Records expenses and provides account statements on request.
Provides information to callers and visitors. Determines reason for call or visit and prepares necessary documents. Directs callers and visitors to appropriate resource persons. Assesses need for intervention of other resource persons and arranges appointments as necessary.
Screens and sorts mail. Prepares files attaching appropriate supporting documentation and researching information as required. Responds to requests within area of responsibility. Notes required actions and ensures follow-up.
Schedules meetings, contacts participants and books meeting rooms. Assists with preparation of agenda. Attends meetings, takes minutes, and follows up on decisions within area of responsibility.
Uses a variety of software. Maintains computerized information systems and participates in their development to improve efficiency within the unit. Explains and demonstrates the use of software, resolves problems within area of expertise, and liaises with computer resource persons as required. Maintains and updates administrative files. Maintains complex filing systems and arranges for archiving.
Uses standard office equipment such as personal computer, photocopier and fax machine.

The list of duties and responsibilities outlined above is representative and not a complete and detailed list of tasks which may be performed by an employee whose position has been matched to this generic job description.

Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities:
Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to multi-task. Attention to detail. Proven experience in Accounts Payable, Receivable and billing, a must. Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines. Demonstrated ability to clearly transmit and receive information. Proven ability to write and edit correspondence and reports using appropriate spelling, grammar and punctuation. Demonstrated ability to work in a PC environment using spreadsheets, databases and word-processing applications and email. English and French, spoken and written.

As one of Montreal's Top Employers, here is what we offer:

Competitive benefits package (Health, Dental, Life Insurance) (if eligible)
Defined contribution pension plan (with employer contribution up to 10%) (if eligible)
Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax Free Savings Account (TFSA)
Competitive vacation policy
Two (2) personal days
Two (2) floating holidays
Nine (9) "Summer Fridays" - paid days off between the St-Jean Baptiste holiday and Labour Day
Paid time off over the December holiday period
Tuition waiver for regular employees and their dependents
Up to two (2) days of remote work per week where the position permits

Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.

Knowledge of English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level 4 on a scale of 0-4.

For a definition of our language proficiency levels, please click here.

Minimum Education and Experience:

DEP - Secretarial Studies 4 Years Related Experience / DEP - Office Systems

Hourly Salary:

(MUNACA Level F) $29.42 - $36.46

Hours per Week:

33.75 (Full time)

Supervisor:

Operations Manager

Position End Date (If applicable):

Deadline to Apply:

2026-10-09

McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca.

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Responsibilities

The Administrative Coordinator provides comprehensive administrative and secretarial support to ensure the smooth functioning of unit operations. Key duties include managing unit accounts, preparing budgets, maintaining computerized information systems, and acting as a resource person for policies and procedures.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a DEP in Secretarial Studies or Office Systems and have at least four years of related experience. Proficiency in English and French, along with proven experience in accounts payable, receivable, and billing, is required.

Skills

Administrative support
Secretarial support
Accounts payable
Accounts receivable
Billing
Budgeting
Data entry
Computerized information systems
Organizational skills
Multi-tasking
Attention to detail
Communication
Writing
Editing
Spreadsheets
Databases

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Tax Free Savings Account
Competitive vacation policy
Personal days
Floating holidays
Summer Fridays
Paid time off over the December holiday period
Tuition waiver

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Administrative Coordinator
Secretarial Studies
Office Systems
Accounts Payable
Accounts Receivable
Billing
Budgeting
Data Management
Workday
Filing Systems
Archiving
Spreadsheets
Databases
Word-processing
Email
Policy Administration
Meeting Coordination
Minutes
Office Equipment
McGill University
Higher Education
Employment Equity

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