Administrative Assistant

MACDONNELL; Halifax; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an administrative professional for their fast-paced office in Halifax. The role requires strong leadership, communication skills, and a background in business administration. Candidates should be proactive, organized, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Experience in administration and a fast-paced office environment.
• Intermediate skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Demonstrates a willingness to learn and grow within a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects and tasks effectively.
• Communicate clearly and proficiently with team members and clients.
• Identify challenges and seek solutions proactively.

Skills

Leadership

Time Management

Project Management

Communication

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Web Technologies Knowledge

Education

Degree in Business Administration

Administrative Experience in a Professional Office Setting

Tools

MS Office

Job description

• Experience in administration and a fast paced office environment;
• Sound knowledge of Customer Relationship Management systems;
• Result oriented, rigorous, and proactive with strong leadership skills;
• SUPERB time-management and project management abilities including :
• The ability to prioritize and multitask successfully;
• The ability to follow through on projects to completion;
• Excellent writing and communication skills;
• Ability to work independently and with a team;
• Ability to identify challenges and seek solutions;
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn, grow and contribute ideas to the team;
• Strong interpersonal skills and work ethic;
• Maintains current knowledge of new web technologies.

Qualifications :

• Administrative experience in a professional office setting and / or a degree in business administration
• Intermediate MS Office Skills (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)