Administrative assistant jobs in Canada (2,318 jobs)

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Counted Nov 7, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 2,318
Employers: 1,164

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $26.93Across 344 listings
Average starting payCAD / year: $53,257Across 109 listings

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

Where work happens

Remote: <1%7 listings
Hybrid: 13%297 listings
On-site: 87%2,006 listings

Not specified: <1% (8 listings)

Employers hiring include HealthCareersInSask.ca (71), City of Saint John (58), MNP (42).

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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Bilingual Administrative Assistant - Professional Journey Office
McCarthy Tétrault LLP
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
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Administrative Assistant - Professional Journey Office
McCarthy Tétrault LLP
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Administrative Assistant
Insight Global
Toronto, ON
- $20 to $22 CAD / hour
- Contract
Insight Global is seeking an Administrative Assistant to join one of Canada's top banking institutions for a 6-month contract. The successful candidate will reconcile documents coming into…
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Administrative Assistant III
Robertson & Company Ltd.
Quebec, QC
- Contract
Prime Hires is seeking a skilled Administrative Assistant III to join our client in support of an existing vacancy.
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Administrative Assistant
CIBC
Sidney, BC
- Full-time
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Administrative Assistant, Supply Chain Management
WSP
Calgary, AB
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Senior Administrative Assistant
Quantum Management Services Ltd.
Toronto, ON
- $30 to $35 CAD / hour
- Contract
Our downtown client is seeking an experienced and highly organized Senior Administrative Assistant to join their team on an initial 6-month contract.
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Administrative Assistant
Cozen O'Connor
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
Cozen O’Connor LLP is seeking a motivated, full-time Administrative Assistant to fill an existing vacancy in our Toronto office. This presents an exciting opportunity to be part of a…
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Administrative Assistant
Home Instead
Saskatoon, SK
- Full-time
As a Service Coordinator, you'll use your administrative excellence, caregiving skills and empathy. Your problem-solving abilities and calm demeanor will be valuable as you balance the…
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Administrative Assistant 3 - Front Desk
City of Saint John
Saint John, NB
- Full-time
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Fellowship and Bursary Administrative Assistant
RI-MUHC | Research Institute of the MUHC | #rimuhc
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
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Administrative Assistant to the Director of Corporate Security
Senate of Canada | Sénat du Canada
Ottawa, ON
- $65,482 to $82,858 CAD / year
- Full-time
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Administrative Assistant, Senior
Bombardier
Dorval, QC
- Full-time
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office administrative assistant
Advance Pallet and Lumber Ltd.
Surrey, BC
- Full-time
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Administrative Assistant
Christensen & McLean Roofing Co. Ltd.
AB · Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
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Administrative Assistant (Accident Reconstruction)
J.S. Held LLC
Oakville, ON
- Full-time
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Orthotics Clinic Administrative Assistant
Cardinal Orthotics
Vaughan, ON
- Contract
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Administrative Assistant (2 Positions)
Sheridan College
Oakville, ON
- Full-time
Reporting to the Manager, Executive Administration & Assistant Secretary to the Board of Governors, the Administrative Assistant is responsible for providing comprehensive administrative…
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Administrative Assistant - Saskatoon
Clifton
Saskatoon, SK
- Full-time
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Administrative Assistant
Arbor Memorial Inc.
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
The Administrative Assistant plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our consumer support services office in Canada. This position is responsible for managing…
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Administrative Assistant (NU)
McGill University
Sherbrooke, QC
- Full-time
Responsible for providing a high level of organizational and administrative support to the Asso
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French Bilingual Administrative Assistant
Legal Aid Ontario
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Administrative Assistant
Pwc Canada
London, ON · Montreal, QC
- Full-time
Reporting to the Admin Services Manager, the Admin Assistant actively supports the day-to-day business activities of stakeholders in a fast-paced, multitasking environment, often working…
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Credit Coordinator / Administrative Assistant - 1 year contract
3 Step Recruitment Inc.
Dorval, QC
- Contract
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Administrative Assistant
Government of Nunavut Recruitment
Cambridge Bay, NU
- Full-time
Reporting to the Manager, Finance, the Administrative Assistant is responsible for providing efficient and consistent delivery of administrative support within the department. The position…

Quantum Management Services Ltd.

Senior Administrative Assistant

Toronto, ON, Canada

$30 to $35 CAD / hour · Contract

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Job details

Pay: $30 to $35 CAD / hour
Job type: Contract
Apply by: Dec 6, 2026
Experience: 3-5+ years' experience in an Administrative Assistant, Executive Assistant or similar support role.
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 6, 2026

Original job description

Position: Senior Administrative Assistant
Location: Toronto, ON (Hybrid)
Salary: $30-$35/hr
Posting Type: Open vacancy
Position Type: 6-month contract (potential for extension)

Our downtown client is seeking an experienced and highly organized Senior Administrative Assistant to join their team on an initial 6-month contract.

The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented and capable of managing competing priorities while supporting senior team members and key stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

- Provide comprehensive administrative support to senior management and the wider team.
- Manage calendars, coordinate meetings, appointments and travel arrangements where required.
- Prepare, format and maintain reports, presentations, correspondence and confidential documentation.
- Act as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, handling enquiries professionally.
- Coordinate administrative processes, maintain records and ensure accurate document management.
- Monitor deadlines, follow up on outstanding actions and provide general operational support.

About You:

- 3-5+ years' experience in an Administrative Assistant, Executive Assistant or similar support role.
- Strong experience supporting senior stakeholders and managing competing priorities.
- Excellent organizational, time-management and multitasking skills.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
- A proactive, solutions-focused approach with the ability to work independently and exercise discretion.

This is a great opportunity to join a well-established downtown organisation, work closely with senior stakeholders and further develop your administrative expertise within a professional and collaborative environment.

Please send your resume in Word version to angela.quinlan@quantum.ca.

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Responsibilities

Provide administrative support to senior management and the wider team, including managing calendars, coordinating meetings and travel, and preparing reports, presentations, correspondence, and confidential documents. Serve as a point of contact for stakeholders, maintain records, track deadlines and follow-ups, and support administrative and operational processes.

Requirements

Requires 3–5+ years of experience in an administrative assistant, executive assistant, or similar role, including support for senior stakeholders and management of competing priorities. Candidates should have advanced Microsoft Office skills, strong organizational and communication abilities, attention to detail, and a proactive, independent, and discreet approach.

Skills

Administrative Support
Senior Stakeholder Support
Calendar Management
Meeting Coordination
Travel Coordination
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Outlook
Written Communication
Verbal Communication
Organization
Time Management
Multitasking
Document Management
Attention To Detail

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Hiring contact

Angela Quinlan

Hiring contact email

angela.quinlan@quantum.ca

Keywords

Administrative Support
Senior Management
Stakeholder Support
Calendar Management
Meeting Coordination
Appointment Scheduling
Travel Arrangements
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Outlook
Reports
Presentations
Correspondence
Confidential Documentation
Document Management
Record Keeping
Deadline Tracking
Operational Support
Contract
Temporary Help Services
Executive Search Services

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