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Job title: Administrative Assistant
Division: Chief Executive Officer’s Division
Location: Toronto
Reports to: Director, Organizational Effectiveness & Administration

Overview

The Administrative Assistant works in the office a minimum of three days per week and provides Administrative support for the Director, Organization Effectiveness & Administration in the Chief Executive Officer’s division. The Administrative Assistant also provides back-up services for the Administrative team and Office Services.

Description of Responsibilities

Supports the Director of Administration, including:

• ordering and preparation of catering for CEO meetings;
  Including setting up of meeting rooms; Clean up of meeting rooms; and Pal registration for guests.
• preparation of meeting files;
• travel itineraries;
• expenses;
• filing;
• other administration;
• collaborates with the CBA team with any special meeting events and arrangements (conferences such as IIF, and others).
• member of the United Way Campaign Committee and Health & Safety Committee.
• complete member portal change requests from CBA team members and CBA members.
• provide back up to the Executive, Assistant, Senior Administrative Assistants, and Office Services Manager when required, including, but not limited to vacation coverage.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Key Qualifications, Abilities and Skills

• Minimum 2 to 3 years experience as an administrative assistant;
• Experience in financial services is an asset;
• Solid knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint as well as and video conferencing technology;
• Strong organizational, administrative, and problem-solving skills;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and telephone manner;
• Accurate with a high attention to detail;
• Ability to work independently, assume responsibility and take initiative; and
• Some knowledge of French is an asset.

The CBA welcomes and encourages all interested individuals to apply. We value the unique skills and experiences each person brings to the Association.

We strive to provide equal access to employment and believe in creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for candidates throughout the recruitment process.

To apply for this position, please send your resume and accommodation requests, if needed, to talentmanagement@cba.ca, quoting the job title that you are applying for. Visit our Careers page to learn more about our culture and current opportunities.

We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at the CBA; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.