Administrative Assistant

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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