Administrative Assistant/Receptionist

Our client, a reputable construction and planning firm, is seeking an Administrative Assistant/Receptionist for their Halifax location. This is a contract opportunity for approximately 6 months.

As the office administrator, your duties will include a high volume of correspondence including typing, formatting and processing documents, specs, tenders and proposals. As the first point of contact in the office, you will also be responsible for answering phones and directing inquires, processing mail, maintaining office supplies and providing support to the management team. Other projects, assignments and general office duties may be required.

As the ideal candidate, you have completed a post-secondary education at the college or university level combined with experience working in a similar administrative role. Familiarity working in a comparable industry would be considered an asset. With solid organizational skills and attention to detail, you are able to meet tight deadlines in a fast paced environment.  A mature and reliable individual with a flexible attitude, you have exceptional communication skills and enjoy taking initiative. A strong knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel are considered to be assets.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please forward your resume to the attention of Gillian Pendlebury by email to apply@administrativestaffing.ca , or by fax to 902-444-7579. Please quote position # ADS1057-CB. To view more job opportunities or for more information on Administrative Staffing, please visit us at www.administrativestaffing.ca .

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Administrative Staffing is a specialist recruitment company focusing exclusively on the placement of administrative professionals. We offer candidates a wide range of job opportunities, current knowledge of the employment market, and a commitment to ensuring best "fit" with every placement.