Administrative Assistant

Administrative Assistant Job Description

An administrative assistant in Canada provides comprehensive support to a department or individual by handling administrative tasks and ensuring the smooth operation of an office. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication abilities.

Typical administrative assistant duties:

Office management including managing office supplies and equipment and handling incoming and outgoing mail, packages, and couriers.

Calendar management including scheduling and coordinating appointments, meetings, travel and conferences.

Composes and prepares correspondence, reports, and presentations.

Provides administrative support for various projects.

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Salary for Administrative Assistant

51250 - 67250

25th percentile

51250

The candidate is new to the role and building the needed skills, experience and autonomy.

50th percentile

60000

The candidate has the experience to perform core responsibilities without direct supervision and is comfortable with the role’s processes and subject matter.

75th percentile

67250

The candidate delivers value beyond the stated job duties, has advanced qualifications and experience, and is ready for the next career level.

Projected salaries for related positions

Position title

25th percentile

50th percentile

75th percentile

Senior Executive Assistant

75500

87500

102250

Executive Assistant

67000

77250

87500

Senior Administrative Assistant

57750

66000

74500

Entry-Level Administrative Assistant

46250

50250

56750

Facilities Manager

74000

84750

97000

Office Manager

58250

68500

80500

Project Assistant/Coordinator

54750

62500

70750

Purchasing Assistant

54500

62000

70000

Sales Assistant

50250

55500

63750

Property Management Assistant

50250

56500

62000

Front Desk Coordinator

48000

53250

59750

Receptionist

47250

50750

57250

File Clerk

44000

46250

51000

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