Office Clerk

Altis Recruitment; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Canada is seeking a dependable Office Clerk for a 4-month full-time contract in Ottawa. The ideal candidate will support daily office operations by performing various administrative tasks, requiring at least 2 years of office experience. Responsibilities include filing, responding to inquiries, and maintaining organized systems, suited for those who enjoy a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of office or administrative experience in a professional setting.
• Fluency in English required – both written and verbal.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support including filing, photocopying, scanning, and document preparation.
• Maintain organized filing systems – both physical and digital.
• Assist in scheduling meetings and preparing meeting materials.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Post-secondary education

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

We are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Office Clerk to join our client’s team on a 4-month full-time contract. In this role, you will support daily office operations by performing a variety of administrative tasks such as filing, document preparation, and data organization. This position is ideal for candidates with at least 2 years of office experience who are looking to build or expand their administrative career.

This is a great opportunity for individuals who enjoy supporting a team, keeping things organized, and working in a fast-paced office environment.

Key Responsibilities

Provide general administrative support including filing, photocopying, scanning, and document preparation.

Answer phones, direct calls, and respond to basic inquiries in a professional manner.

Maintain organized and up-to-date filing systems—both physical and digital.

Handle incoming and outgoing mail and deliveries.

Assist in scheduling meetings, booking rooms, and preparing meeting materials.

Input and update basic data in internal systems and spreadsheets.

Support team members with ad hoc administrative tasks as needed.

Ensure confidentiality of sensitive materials and company information.

Required Qualifications

Minimum 2 years of office or administrative experience in a professional setting (mandatory).

High school diploma or equivalent; post-secondary education is an asset.

English fluency required – both written and verbal.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word and Excel.

Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Excellent attention to detail and ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently.

Friendly and professional communication skills.

Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Job Types : Full-time, Contract

Flexible language requirement : French not required

Company Description

Altis Recruitment represents the nation’s top talent for contract, temporary and permanent work within the areas of : Finance and accounting, construction and property management, administration, IT and senior-specialized roles. Each year, we partner with over 3,500 client employers and create over 8,500 placements for candidates within the private sector, all levels of government, crown corporations as well as non-profit organizations.

Company Description

Altis Recruitment represents the nation’s top talent for contract, temporary and permanent work within the areas of : Finance and accounting, construction and property management, administration, IT and senior-specialized roles. Each year, we partner with over 3,500 client employers and create over 8,500 placements for candidates within the private sector, all levels of government, crown corporations as well as non-profit organizations.