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Administrative assistant, Administration
Desjardins · Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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In short
The administrative assistant provides secretarial and administrative support to a director or manager, including managing agendas, meetings, and internal management tasks. They also assist with document preparation, event logistics, and budget monitoring to ensure efficient unit operations.
What they're looking for
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Candidates must possess a college diploma in a related field and at least one year of relevant experience. Strong communication, organizational, and adaptability skills are essential for this role.
About the employer
Desjardins
Desjardins Group is the largest cooperative financial group in North America and the fifth largest cooperative financial group in the world, with assets of $435.8 billion as at March 31, 2024. It was named one of Canada's Best Employers by Forbes magazine and by Mediacorp. To meet the diverse needs of its members and clients, Desjardins offers a full range of products and services to individuals and businesses through its extensive distribution network, online platforms and subsidiaries across Canada. Ranked among the world's strongest banks according to The Banker magazine, Desjardins has some of the highest capital ratios and credit ratings in the industry and the first according to Bloomberg News.
- INDUSTRY
- Banking
- COMPANY
- Privately Held
- HEADQUARTERS
- Lévis, Québec
- SIZE
- 10,001+
- OFFICES
- 4 on LinkedIn
- OPEN HERE
- 12 roles
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Questions about this role
- Is this Desjardins role remote?
- Tagged hybrid.
- Does it sponsor visas?
- Listed as no visa sponsorship.
- What experience does it ask for?
- Listed as 0-2 years.
The posting, in full
As an administrative assistant, you help carry out administrative activities for your sector. You provide administrative and secretarial support to a director or manager reporting to a vice-president. You also provide administrative support to other members of your unit as needed. You help coordinate, plan and prioritize your unit’s management activities. You interact with many different stakeholders. You proactively and independently make decisions and carry out tasks in accordance with your superior’s administrative needs. The ability to communicate effectively and tailor your approach as needed is therefore essential. More specifically, you will be required to:
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As an administrative assistant, you help carry out administrative activities for your sector. You provide administrative and secretarial support to a director or manager reporting to a vice-president. You also provide administrative support to other members of your unit as needed. You help coordinate, plan and prioritize your unit’s management activities. You interact with many different stakeholders. You proactively and independently make decisions and carry out tasks in accordance with your superior’s administrative needs. The ability to communicate effectively and tailor your approach as needed is therefore essential. More specifically, you will be required to:
- Carry out various secretarial activities, including writing, layout, updating, production and linguistic revision of information documents from the various sectors
- Carry out various administrative tasks related to internal management (sales follow-up, dashboard, expense account follow-up, inventory and material management, performance evaluations, etc.)
- Support the manager in the management and follow-up of his/her agenda, calls, emails and mail
- Prepare and attend various meetings, including those of the management committee. Write up the minutes and ensure the follow-up of these meetings
- Participate in the logistical organization of various events (team meetings, committees, assemblies, travel, public relations activities, etc.)
- Collaborate in the preparation of the annual budget and budget monitoring during the year (analysis and justification of variances).
What we offer*
- Competitive salary and annual bonus
- 4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first year
- Defined benefit pension plan that provides predictable, stable income throughout retirement
- Group insurance including telemedicine
- Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses and telework equipment
* Benefits apply based on eligibility criteria.
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What you bring to the table
- College diploma in a related field
- A minimum of one year of relevant experience
- Please note that other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered
Action oriented, Communicates effectively, Customer Focus, Differences, Nimble learning, Plans and aligns, Situational adaptability
Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility
At Desjardins, we believe in equity, diversity and inclusion. We're committed to welcoming, respecting and valuing people for who they are as individuals, learning from their differences, embracing their uniqueness, and providing a positive workplace for all. At Desjardins, we have zero tolerance for discrimination of any kind. We believe our teams should reflect the diversity of the members, clients and communities we serve.
If there's something we can do to help make the recruitment process or the job you're applying for more accessible, let us know. We can provide accommodations at any stage in the recruitment process. Just ask!
Trade Union (If applicable)
Job Family
Administration (FG)
Unposting Date
2026-11-20
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