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Administrative Assistant
We are looking for an Administrative Assistant to join a Contract position supporting day-to-day office operations in Vancouver, British Columbia. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys creating a welcoming front-of-house experience while keeping administrative tasks, scheduling, and event coordination running smoothly. The successful candidate will balance reception duties, vendor communication, and general office support with a high level of independence.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Act as the first point of contact for visitors, phone inquiries, and general front-desk communication, delivering a courteous and helpful experience.<br>• Coordinate with building operations to address onsite matters promptly and help maintain a safe, functional workplace.<br>• Liaise with external suppliers and service providers to track requests, confirm services, and support timely follow-up.<br>• Manage incoming and outgoing shipments, including receiving deliveries, preparing packages, and maintaining accurate records.<br>• Provide administrative support to the team through calendar management, appointment scheduling, and meeting coordination.<br>• Assist with the planning and execution of meetings, workplace activities, and events, ensuring logistics are organized effectively.<br>• Handle routine correspondence, data entry, and document preparation using Microsoft Office applications and related business tools.<br>• Work independently to prioritize daily tasks, respond to changing needs, and keep office operations organized and efficient.
• Experience in an administrative, reception, concierge, or office support role within a detail-oriented environment.<br>• Strong customer service and communication skills, with the ability to manage inbound and outbound calls courteously and efficiently.<br>• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint, as well as Office 365 tools.<br>• Ability to organize schedules, coordinate appointments, and manage multiple priorities with strong attention to detail.<br>• Comfortable performing data entry, email correspondence, and general clerical tasks with accuracy.<br>• Experience supporting events, visitors, or workplace services while maintaining a high standard of service.<br>• Able to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and build positive working relationships with internal teams and external vendors.
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  • Vancouver, BC
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary
  • 26.6 - 30.8 CAD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Administrative Assistant to join a Contract position supporting day-to-day office operations in Vancouver, British Columbia. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys creating a welcoming front-of-house experience while keeping administrative tasks, scheduling, and event coordination running smoothly. The successful candidate will balance reception duties, vendor communication, and general office support with a high level of independence.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Act as the first point of contact for visitors, phone inquiries, and general front-desk communication, delivering a courteous and helpful experience.<br>• Coordinate with building operations to address onsite matters promptly and help maintain a safe, functional workplace.<br>• Liaise with external suppliers and service providers to track requests, confirm services, and support timely follow-up.<br>• Manage incoming and outgoing shipments, including receiving deliveries, preparing packages, and maintaining accurate records.<br>• Provide administrative support to the team through calendar management, appointment scheduling, and meeting coordination.<br>• Assist with the planning and execution of meetings, workplace activities, and events, ensuring logistics are organized effectively.<br>• Handle routine correspondence, data entry, and document preparation using Microsoft Office applications and related business tools.<br>• Work independently to prioritize daily tasks, respond to changing needs, and keep office operations organized and efficient.
  • 2026-05-12T00:00:00Z

Administrative Assistant Job in Vancouver, BC | Robert Half