Executive Assistant and Office Administrator

CNA Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

CNA Canada is seeking an Executive Assistant & Office Administrator in Toronto to support assigned executives and be the primary contact for staff, visitors, vendors, and partners. The role covers comprehensive administrative duties and day-to-day office management to maintain a professional, welcoming environment.

The successful candidate will have 5+ years of administrative experience, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of administrative experience, preferably including senior-level or executive support.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and customer-service skills.
• Demonstrated professionalism, discretion, sound judgment, and ability to handle confidential information.
• Proactive and resourceful with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with employees, leaders, vendors, and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Manage calendars and arrange end-to-end travel.
• Handle expense administration and act as backup for other assistants.
• Greet visitors and coordinate meetings, events, and boardrooms.
• Oversee day-to-day office operations, supplies, and vendor relations.
• Process mail, couriers, packages, and business documents.
• Support invoice processing, vendor administration, and cheque handling.
• Coordinate employee workplace needs such as access cards and supplies.
• Assist with special projects and confidential materials; support senior leadership as needed.

Skills

Calendar management

Travel coordination

Expense management

Vendor coordination

Communication

Discretion

Confidentiality

Education

Post-secondary education in Business Administration or Office Administration

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

## Executive Assistant and Office AdministratorApply: Toronto, ON, CAN: Full time: Posted 6 Days Ago: R-8334You have a clear vision of where your career can go. And we have the leadership to help you get there. At CNA, we strive to create a culture in which people know they matter and are part of something important, ensuring the abilities of all employees are used to their fullest potential. The Executive Assistant & Office Administrator is responsible for supporting their assigned executives and is the primary point of contact for employees, visitors, vendors, and external business partners, ensuring a professional and welcoming office environment. They provide comprehensive administrative support to the branch while overseeing the day-to-day operations of the office. The role manages reception, office facilities, security access, mail and courier services, supplies, vendor relationships, and administrative payment processes. The successful candidate will be proactive, highly organized, service-oriented, and comfortable balancing executive priorities with hands-on office management responsibilities.**JOB DESCRIPTION:****Key Responsibilities*** Responsible for calendar management, end-to-end travel arrangements, expense administration and available as backup to support other executive assistants.* Serve as the primary reception contact, greeting visitors, answering and directing calls, and responding to general inquiries.* Coordinate meetings, events, catering, boardrooms, and other logistical requirements.* Oversee day-to-day office operations, including supplies, facilities, property maintenance, security access, and relationships with building management and vendors.* Coordinate incoming and outgoing mail, couriers, packages, and business documents.* Support invoice processing, vendor administration, cheque handling, and other routine financial administration.* Coordinate employee workplace needs, including access cards, business cards, nameplates, supplies, and office communications.* Maintain accurate files and records and provide support for special projects and other administrative initiatives as required.* Assist with other executive assistants to provide administrative support to senior leadership, meeting coordination, correspondence, presentations, reports, and confidential materials.* Ad hoc responsibilities as they arise. **Required Education*** Post-secondary education in Business Administration, Office Administration, or a related field preferred.* Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered. **Required Skills & Experience*** Minimum 5 years of administrative experience, preferably including senior-level or executive support.* Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.* Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and customer-service skills.* Demonstrated professionalism, discretion, sound judgment, and ability to handle confidential information.* Proactive and resourceful with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.* Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with employees, leaders, vendors, and external partners.* Strong proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.* Experience coordinating office operations, facilities, vendors, meetings, and workplace services is an asset.* Knowledge of the insurance or financial-services industry is an asset At CNA, our Total Rewards philosophy reflects our commitment to building a high-performing, inclusive culture where every team member is empowered to grow, contribute, and thrive. We value the unique strengths and perspectives each individual brings to our business, our clients, and our communities. The base salary range for this position is $50,000 to $65,000, complemented by a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to help our employees – and their family members – achieve their physical, financial, emotional, and social wellbeing goals. Base salary determinations are based on various factors, including but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location. Please note that this posting is for an existing vacancy.At CNA, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants based on job-related qualifications and ability to perform a job. If you require an accommodation during the hiring process or upon hire, please inform Human Resources. If a selected applicant requests accommodation during the recruitment process, CNA will consult with the applicant in order to provide suitable accommodation that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs.