Administrative Assistant

Oxford Learning based in 6259 Andrews Loop SW, Edmonton, AB T6W 3G9 is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Administrative Assistant who are self-motivated and have good interpersonal skills. Students at Oxford Learning learn how to develop the skills and confidence needed to reach their full potential. Oxford Learning provides high-quality after-school programmes for students of all ages and grades, ranging from early reading for children as young as three to college and university readiness courses. Oxford Learning is a proud member of the Canadian Franchise Association.

We take a decidedly different approach at Oxford Learning®, shifting the emphasis from WHAT your child is learning to HOW your child is learning. We don’t ask your child to review and memorise the same old material; instead, we work with them to develop the skills they need to truly learn and understand. With Oxford Learning® programmes, you can avoid the time and expense of hiring a tutor year after year, and instead give your child the skills he or she needs to deal with today’s school struggles, as well as help him or her develop thinking and learning skills that will be useful in this grade and in future grades. The candidate who got selected will be required to start work as soon as possible. The vacancies refer to Permanent employment or Full time job. The selected candidate will be required to work during the day shift.

Employer Name: Oxford Learning
Position: Administrative Assistant
No. of vacancies: 2
Salary: $26.71 hourly for 40 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment, Full time
Location: 6259 Andrews Loop SW, Edmonton, AB T6W 3G9

Job Description

The candidate would be responsible in typing and proof reading forms and other documents.
The candidate should be able to schedule and confirm appointments
The candidate will be required to greet people and direct them to contacts or service areas
The candidate will be expected to devise and implement office procedures and routines.
The candidate would be in charge of answering phones and forwarding phone calls and messages.
The candidate will be required to respond to electronic enquiries.
The candidate would be in charge of gathering data, statistics, and other information.
The candidate will be responsible in ordering office supplies and maintain inventory.
The candidate will be expected to plan and coordinate seminars, conferences, and other events.
The candidate would be in charge of set up and maintain manual and computerised data filing systems
The candidate would be in charge of reviewing, evaluating, and implementing new administrative procedures.
The candidate would be in charge of setting work priorities and ensuring that procedures and deadlines are followed.
The candidate would be in charge of recording and preparing minutes for meetings, seminars, and conferences.
The candidate should keep the databases in check and update them regularly.
The candidate would be in charge of arranging travel, related itineraries, and making reservations.
The candidate will be responsible for opening and distributing regular and electronic incoming mail and other material, as well as coordinating the flow of information.
The candidate would be responsible in keeping office reports and records.
The candidate will be required to handle office correspondence independently.
The candidate will be required to assist in the preparation of regularly scheduled reports.
The candidate will be required to update and maintain office policies and procedures.
The candidate should provide general support to visitors.
The candidate will be required to provides administrative support to ensure efficient operation of office.
The candidate would be responsible for attending training sessions to improve administrative skills.
The candidate would be in charge of supervising administrative staff and delegating duties to ensure performance.
The candidate would be in charge of submitting reports on time and preparing presentations or proposals as needed.
The candidate would be in charge of overseeing the upkeep of office facilities and equipment.
The candidate would be responsible for establishing and maintaining effective and cooperative professional business relationships with all levels of management, employees and outside clients.
The candidate would be responsible for providing back up assistance to other administrative support team members as needed
The candidate will be responsible for keeping general office files, such as job files, vendor files, and other files related to the company’s operations.
The candidate will be expected to perform bookkeeping tasks such as invoicing, account receivable monitoring, and budget tracking.
The candidate will be required to carry out administrative activities of establishment
The candidate will be expected to collect data and create periodic and special reports, manuals, and correspondence.
The candidate would need to adhere to all relevant company procedures and policies
The candidate will be required to assist in the preparation of regularly scheduled reports.
The candidate would be responsible for participating training sessions to improve skills with administrative tasks in the organisation

Job Requirements

The candidate should be fluent in English language.
The candidate should have minimum qualification of Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.
The ideal candidate should have a minimum 1 to 2 years of working experience in similar industry.
The candidate should have excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work.
The candidate should have strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task.
The candidate should be able to work independently and as part of a team.
The candidate should be organized and flexible in nature.
The candidate should give importance to values and ethics.
The candidate should have excellent oral and written communication.
The candidate should be punctual.
The candidate should be a good team player with enough interpersonal and judge-mental skills.
The candidate would be responsible for training new joiners.
The selected candidate have to supervise and monitor work of other workers.
The candidate should be energetic with a positive attitude
The candidate should be accountable.
The candidate should be authentic.
The candidate should be reliable.
The candidate must be able to complete complex administrative tasks with minimal supervision.
The candidate must be capable of acting on their own initiative.
The candidate should have excellent customer service skills.
The candidate should have leadership skills to take control of a situation and make quick decisions when necessary
The candidate must be able to work with sensitive information.
The candidate would be in charge of handling confidential information
The candidate should be client focused.
The candidate should have strong critical thinking skills and knowledge of analytics.
The candidate should have excellent problem solving skills.
The candidate should be bondable and easily communicate
The candidate should have a thorough Criminal record check.
The candidate should be able to work in fast-paced busy environment.
The candidate should be willing to work under pressure.
The candidate should have an eye for details to submit work or send communications without error
The candidate should be required to perform repetitive tasks on frequent basis.
The candidate must finished the work with in the given time line.
The candidate should ready to work overtime if needed.

Business Equipment and Computer Applications

The candidate should be proficient in Microsoft Word, Windows, Excel, Office, PowerPoint, Publisher and Outlook
The candidate having hands on experience in Spreadsheet, Electronic Scheduler, Electronic Mail is an added advantage.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying, apply through the given options.

By email

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