Location: Toronto, ON, On-site
Language: Strong written and spoken English communication skills
Duration: Contract through December 2026, with potential for extension or longterm opportunities
Background Check Requirement: Criminal background check required.
About the Opportunity
Are you a proactive administrative professional who takes pride in creating an organized, welcoming workplace? This is an opportunity to become a key point of connection in a professional corporate office of approximately 50 employees, combining front desk ownership with broad office administration responsibilities.
Youll work closely with employees, visitors, vendors, and internal committees to keep daily operations running smoothly. This role is well suited to someone who anticipates needs, brings forward ideas, and enjoys finding practical ways to improve the employee and visitor experience.
Whats In It for You
Youll join a people-focused workplace where initiative, professionalism, and fresh ideas are valued. Youll have broad exposure to office operations, a consistent seven-hour workday, generally from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and the potential to transition into a longterm role. Occasional early meetings may require a 7:30 a.m. start, while maintaining the seven-hour workday.
Your Responsibilities
Youll own front desk coverage, welcoming visitors and creating a polished, positive first impression.
Youll coordinate vendors, office supplies, catering, meeting rooms, and other day-to-day workplace needs.
Youll support expense processing and general administrative activities that keep the office running smoothly.
Youll support and chair committees, helping coordinate discussions and follow-up activities.
Youll attend meetings, capture clear notes, and distribute action items and follow-ups.
Youll proactively identify opportunities to improve office processes and bring forward practical solutions.
Skills and Qualifications
3+ years of office administration, reception, front desk, or related administrative experience preferred.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and anticipate needs.
Polished, professional communication skills and confidence interacting with employees, visitors, and vendors.
Proven initiative and a proactive approach to identifying and solving day-to-day office challenges.
Strong meeting coordination, note-taking, scheduling, and follow-up skills.
Comfortable supporting expenses, catering, office supplies, vendors, and general workplace operations.
Why Partner with Altis
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Ready to bring your initiative, organization, and people-first approach to a role where you can make a visible impact? Apply today to connect with the Altis Recruitment team and learn more about this opportunity.
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