Office & administration jobs in Canada

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Counted Nov 4, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 9,267
Employers: 3,992

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $30.71Across 1,081 listings
Average starting payCAD / year: $71,023Across 674 listings
Average starting payUSD / year: $76,611Across 33 listings
Average starting payCAD / month: $4,804Across 28 listings
Average starting payUSD / hour: $29.65Across 19 listings

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

Where work happens

Remote: 1%71 listings
Hybrid: 13%1,234 listings
On-site: 85%7,911 listings

Not specified: 1% (51 listings)

Employers hiring include Canada Post - Postes Canada (432), HealthCareersInSask.ca (193), Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (85).

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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PAUL DAVIS RESTORATION Grande Prairie is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Office Administrator to support daily office operations and help ensure an exceptional customer experience…
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Ajax, ON
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- Full-time
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- $200,000 to $250,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
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- $20 to $21 CAD / hour
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Oakville, ON
- Full-time
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Vancouver, BC
- $23 USD / hour
- Full-time
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Montreal, QC
- Full-time
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Vancouver, BC
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Alberta Health Services
Leduc, AB
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Unit Clerk
Alberta Health Services
Calgary, AB · Greater Calgary Metropolitan Area
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Medical Office Assistant
C-Care Health Services
Ingersoll, ON
- $20 to $24 CAD / hour
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Executive Assistant
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Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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HealthCareersInSask.ca
Esterhazy, SK
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HealthCareersInSask.ca
Regina, SK
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City of Saint John
Saint John, NB
- Full-time
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Administrative Officer
Brandon University
Winnipeg, MB
- Full-time
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ADAPTOVATE
Toronto, ON
- $90,000 to $110,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
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Administrative Assistant 3 - Records
City of Saint John
Saint John, NB
- Full-time
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Operations Supervisor - Water Treatment Plant (Full-Time)
City of Thunder Bay
Thunder Bay, ON
- Full-time
…Superintendent, the Operations Supervisor is responsible for the administration and supervision of operations for the Water Treatment Plant (WTP) and associated pumping…

McGill University

Human Resources Administrator

Victoria, BC, Canada
James Admin. Bldg., Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 19, 2026
Experience: DEC III 3 Years Related Experience /
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 3, 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:
Reporting to the Associate Director, Talent and Organizational Effectiveness, the HR Administrator will provide high level confidential support and will be responsible for the effective HR management and activities relating to its internal client portfolio as well as to employees. The incumbent will act as a generalist on a variety of human resources matters such as compensation, benefits, payroll, and labour and employee relations. They will ensure the implementation and compliance with all human resources policies and procedures.

Primary Responsibilities:

Assist in performing and organizing daily human resources activities to support the unit’s operations and assist with the implementation of HR initiatives/programs/policies.
Assess and resolve human resources and administrative problems in accordance with collective agreements. Provide information to managers and employees.
Administer documentation pertaining to recruitment, compensation, disability management, payroll, and labour and employee relations for groups under their responsibilities.
Perform the full cycle of recruitment in Workday for casual staff including but not limited to Guest Lecturers, Research Assistants and Work Study which includes the development of job descriptions, postings (internal and external websites), interviews, references, offers and onboarding.
Process reappointments, retirements, and terminations according to policies and procedures.
Administer and provide guidance on leaves (disability leaves, maternity, parental, extend parental, adoption, paternity, unpaid) ensuring proper process and documentation is provided.
In collaboration with the HR Advisors, meet with directors/managers/supervisors to review requests for new positions and rematches. Review needs/requirements of the unit and review job descriptions.
Review vacation entitlements, vacation payouts, and other miscellaneous payments.
Develop and implement systems and procedures for managing employee files and HR documents. Ensure all record-keeping is complete, consistent and transparent. Administer and maintain the HR information database, compile statistics and produce reports on staff movement, probationary and trial period dates, etc. ensure follow-up with leadership.
Complete documentation for postings, appointments, promotions, nominations, leaves, absences, payments and other administrative forms. Explain procedures to follow. Ensures that deadlines are met.
Provide support to units about Workday functionality and usability.

Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities

Demonstrated experience working in a human resources environment.
Experience with University HR policies and collective agreements is an asset.
Result-oriented with demonstrated ability to effectively plan and review work, collaborate with others, and work successfully in a group setting.
Demonstrated experience working with information of a sensitive and confidential nature.
Excellent interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with various stakeholders at all levels.
Ability to adapt and multi-task in a fast-paced environment and to carry on simultaneous projects.
Ability to be innovative, embrace change and stay updated on latest trends, regulations and technologies in the HR field.
Client focused and proven attention to detail.
Demonstrated ability to work in a computerized environment.
Knowledge of Workday and LinkedIn is an asset.
CRHA designation is an asset.
Demonstrated spoken and written communication skills in both English and French.

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 (qualifier) on a scale of 0-4.

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

Minimum Education and Experience:

DEC III 3 Years Related Experience /

Annual Salary:

(MPEX Grade 03) $63,350.00 - $74,530.00 - $85,710.00

Job Profile:

MPEX-HRM1D - Human Resources Generalist - Professional 1 (Excluded)

Hours per Week:

33.75 (Full time)

Supervisor:

Associate Director, Talent and Organizational Effectiveness

Position End Date (If applicable):

Deadline to Apply:

2026-11-18

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 HR Administrator provides confidential support for HR management, including compensation, payroll, and labour relations. They are responsible for full-cycle recruitment, policy implementation, and maintaining accurate employee records within the Workday system.

Requirements

The candidate must possess a DEC and at least 3 years of related experience in a human resources environment. Proficiency in both English and French is required, along with the ability to work in a computerized environment.

Skills

Human resources management
Compensation
Payroll administration
Labour relations
Employee relations
Recruitment
Disability management
Onboarding
Policy implementation
Record keeping
Data management
Interpersonal skills
Multi-tasking
Communication skills
Workday
French

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Tax free savings account
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

Human Resources
Workday
Payroll
Compensation
Recruitment
Labour Relations
Employee Relations
Disability Management
Onboarding
Policy Compliance
Data Management
Record Keeping
LinkedIn
CRHA
Administration
Higher Education
Confidentiality
Stakeholder Management
Reporting
Statistics

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