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Administrative Assistant
*Location:* Brampton, ON *Job Type:* Full-Time, Permanent *Pay:* CA$20.00?CA$22.00 per hour
About the Role
We are seeking a highly organized, dependable, and proactive *Administrative Assistant* to join our team at our family-owned funeral home in Brampton.
This is a full-time position supporting our management team and the day-to-day administrative needs of the organization. The successful candidate will be professional, detail-oriented, comfortable managing multiple priorities, and able to communicate effectively with staff, management, families, and community members.
As we serve a diverse community, *fluency in English and Punjabi is preferred* and would be considered a strong asset.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide day-to-day administrative support to management and other departments as required * Prepare, review, organize, and format documents, reports, correspondence, and internal communications * Assist with scheduling meetings, appointments, calendars, and other administrative logistics * Monitor outstanding tasks, follow-ups, and deadlines and help ensure items are completed on time * Maintain organized electronic and physical files, records, and documentation * Assist with employee onboarding, including preparing documentation, maintaining employee records, and tracking required training * Support the maintenance and organization of company policies, procedures, forms, and administrative systems * Assist management with internal projects and company initiatives * Prepare spreadsheets, trackers, reports, and other administrative materials * Assist with data entry and maintaining accurate information within company systems * Communicate professionally with employees, families, vendors, and community partners as required * Handle confidential and sensitive information with professionalism and discretion * Provide general office and administrative support as needed
Qualifications & Skills
* Minimum *3 years of administrative experience* preferred * Secondary School Diploma required; post-secondary education in Business Administration, Office Administration, or a related field is an asset * Strong verbal and written *English communication skills* * *Ability to communicate in Punjabi is preferred and considered a strong asset* * Strong organizational and time-management skills * Excellent attention to detail and accuracy * Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint * Comfortable using Google Workspace, including Gmail, Docs, Sheets, and Drive * Ability to learn new software, systems, and administrative processes * Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment * Professional, dependable, and trustworthy * Strong interpersonal and customer-service skills * Ability to work independently while also contributing to a team environment * Proactive approach to identifying tasks, following up, and solving problems
What We?re Looking For
The ideal candidate is someone who is *organized, accountable, and takes initiative*. You should be comfortable working in an environment where priorities can change quickly and where strong follow-up and attention to detail are important.
Because we work within the funeral profession, we are also looking for someone who demonstrates *compassion, professionalism, discretion, and respect* when interacting with families and handling sensitive information.
Why Join Us?
* Full-time, permanent employment * On-site parking * Opportunities for professional growth and development * Supportive, family-oriented workplace * Opportunity to contribute to a growing organization that is actively involved in the community
How to Apply
Please submit your *resume and a brief cover letter* outlining your administrative experience, relevant skills, and why you would be a good fit for the position.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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