Administrative Assistant

Canadian Natural Resources Limited (CNRL); Calgary; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Company matching plan

Annual bonuses

Relocation eligibility

Health, dental & vision benefits

Wellness Spending Account

Volunteer opportunities

Employee assistance program

Learning platforms

Paid vacation & holidays

Job summary

Canadian Natural Resources Limited (CNRL) is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support the Finance Leadership team in Calgary. The role requires proactive, independent work and the ability to manage competing priorities with professionalism and discretion.

You will coordinate calendars, prepare reports and documents, and serve as a trusted liaison with internal and external stakeholders. The position offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, reflecting the company's

Qualifications

• Minimum 10+ years of administrative support in a professional office.
• Grade 12 completion or GED equivalent.
• Formal administrative training and executive support experience preferred.
• Strong communication and confidentiality.
• Experience interfacing with senior management is valued.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Finance Leadership team.
• Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and business acumen in day-to-day responsibilities.
• Display organizational skills including workflow, deadlines, calendar management, travel, and events.
• Compose letters, documents, emails for the Finance Leadership team.
• Act as liaison with internal and external organizations handling inquiries.
• Follow up on outstanding items with team members.
• Create and maintain filing systems, prepare reports and related spreadsheets.
• Provide back-up administrative support to other Finance and Business Executives.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Professional demeanor

Education

Grade 12 diploma

Administrative certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Video/teleconferencing

Scanners and printers

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

At Canadian Natural, we are proud to be a leader in Canada’s energy industry. Join us and help drive innovation and long-term value through integrity, teamwork, and a passion for doing things right.

The Opportunity

JOB DESCRIPTION

At Canadian Natural, we are proud to be a leader in Canada’s energy industry. Join us and help drive innovation and long-term value through integrity, teamwork, and a passion for doing things right. Make your mark while you grow your career! As an Administrative Assistant within the Finance organization, you will provide exceptional and proactive support to the Finance Leadership Team. Serving as a trusted partner to senior leaders, you will build strong relationships across the organization, coordinate competing priorities, and facilitate effective communication and collaboration among a diverse group of stakeholders. You will maintain, enhance, implement, and maintain the administrative systems and processes that enable the team to operate efficiently and effectively. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and adapt quickly in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

• Job location: Calgary, Alberta
• Work schedule: 5 x 2, 8-hour shifts
• Safety sensitive position: No
• Application deadline: September 18, 2026

Key Accountabilities

• Proactively provide administrative support to the Finance Leadership team, by utilizing critical thinking skills to provide solutions to existing and potential issues
• Maintain a high degree of professionalism, confidentiality, and business acumen in all aspects of your day-to-day responsibilities
• Display organizational and planning skills including but not limited to: workflow, due dates/deadlines, calendar management, time management, expense management, events, travel, etc.
• Compose letters, documents, emails, and other professional documents on behalf of the Finance Leadership team
• Act as a liaison internally and with external organizations by handling inquiries within capacity
• Follow up on outstanding items with other team members
• Create and maintain accurate electronic and paper filing systems, prepare and maintain various spreadsheets, reports, and processes related to the department
• Provide back-up administrative support to other Finance and Business Executives when their assistants are away

What You Bring To The Role

• While consideration will be given to candidates who demonstrate the skills, judgment, and capabilities required to succeed in the role, the preferred qualification is typically 10+ years of related administrative experience in a professional office environment, along with a Grade 12 diploma or GED equivalent
• Formal administrative training, a certificate, and experience supporting executives is preferable
• High energy individual possessing excellent interpersonal and communication abilities and attention to detail with demonstrated experience interfacing with senior management personnel
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (advanced) and office technology, including video/telephone conferencing systems, scanners, and printers
• An understanding of the oil and gas industry is considered an asset

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, stock options, company matched stock savings plan, annual bonuses
• May be eligible for relocation pursuant to Canadian Natural’s Relocation Policy
• 100% Employer paid extended Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Health & Wellness Spending Account
• Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Access to online learning platforms for continuous learning and development
• Paid vacation and time off during Christmas week and summer Fridays

About Us

We are proud to be ranked as one of Forbes' Canada's Best Employers in 2025 and 2026. We invest in your career through offering a culture that focuses on developing people, working together and doing it right, with fun and integrity.

Industry Leader: We commenced business in 1989 with a handful of employees and modest production, but today we employ more than 10,000 people and produce over 1 million BOE/d.

Community Investment: Social responsibility is a critical element of our commitment to responsible operations and part of our success and pride as a Company. We are committed to investing in the communities where we live and work, creating shared value along the way.

Compensation and Benefits: We strive to share Company success with all employees through a comprehensive total compensation package.

Our People, Our Stories: Our stories demonstrate the strong culture that exists at Canadian Natural – one that focuses on developing people, working together and doing it right, with fun and integrity.

All candidates applying to Canadian Natural must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

While we appreciate all applications we receive, kindly note only candidates under consideration will be contacted.