We are looking for a detail-oriented and organized Receptionist to join our team on a contract basis in Vancouver, British Columbia. In this role, you will be the first point of contact for visitors and clients, ensuring a welcoming and efficient front desk experience. This is a fully on-site position within the financial services industry, offering an opportunity to contribute to an office environment that values attention to detail and collaboration.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Greet and assist visitors and clients upon arrival, ensuring a positive and detail-oriented experience.<br>• Answer and manage multi-line phone systems, directing calls to appropriate personnel.<br>• Receive and distribute deliveries and mail in a timely manner.<br>• Maintain cleanliness and organization of common spaces, including the kitchen and meeting rooms.<br>• Coordinate meeting room setups and cleanups as required.<br>• Handle administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments and organizing files.<br>• Assist with ad hoc projects and provide support to other team members when needed.<br>• Communicate with the building manager to address maintenance issues as they arise.<br>• Uphold a business-appropriate dress code and represent the company in a manner that reflects reliability and competence.<br>• Utilize Microsoft Office tools, including Outlook, Excel, and Word, for correspondence and data management.
<p>Are you looking to advance your administrative career and support a team of industry-recognized professionals dedicated to solving complex environmental challenges? An innovative, international engineering and consulting firm is seeking a motivated Administrative Assistant for its Burnaby, Vancouver office. This is a full-time, on-site position with no remote work option.</p><p><br></p><p>About the Employer:</p><p>The organization is known for technical leadership and exceptional client service, supporting both private and public sector clients on projects related to environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Employees can expect competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare, edit, and format technical documents, proposals, reports, and training materials using advanced word processing and standardized templates. Proofread and ensure documents meet professional standards.</li><li>Use advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Adobe, and various digital systems. Support the use of online tools for event coordination and supply management.</li><li>Assist with a wide range of project-related administrative tasks, including proposal initiation, research, calendar management, and maintaining deliverable schedules.</li><li>Oversee daily office management, including inventory, equipment maintenance, filing systems, and courier shipments—including international and customs documentation.</li><li>Organize meetings, conferences, webinars, and travel arrangements. Act as a liaison among internal teams, clients, and management.</li><li>Review and code invoices, and support accounts payable and receivable functions.</li><li>Assist in training new administrative staff, manage confidential filing systems, and perform business-related errands as needed.</li></ul>
