Administrative Assistant

Location: Surrey, BC (On-site, 5 days per week)
Language: Strong written and verbal English communication required
Duration: 4-week contract, with potential for extension
Background Check Requirement: Criminal background check required

About the Opportunity
Our client in the Education sector is seeking a friendly and organized Administrative Assistant to support their team. This is a front-facing role where you will help create a welcoming and supportive environment for prospective students, many of whom are navigating their first experience with higher education.

You will be part of a collaborative, people-first team that values approachability, responsiveness, and shared success. Working on-site at a busy campus, you will play an important role in keeping daily operations running smoothly while ensuring every visitor and inquiry is handled with care and professionalism.

What’s In It for You
• A welcoming and team-oriented environment where support is always available
• Meaningful work that contributes to student engagement and success
• Exposure to a dynamic post-secondary setting with opportunities to learn quickly
• A workplace that values collaboration, communication, and adaptability

Your Responsibilities
• You’ll greet visitors and internal staff, creating a positive and professional first impression
• You’ll manage incoming inquiries by phone, email, and in person, ensuring timely and accurate responses
• You’ll monitor a shared inbox, triaging and responding to prospective student questions
• You’ll coordinate meetings, book rooms, and arrange logistics such as catering when needed
• You’ll prepare agendas, attend team meetings, and capture clear, concise meeting notes
• You’ll maintain an organized and welcoming reception area at all times

Skills and Qualifications
• 1–3 years of administrative or reception experience in a fast-paced environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a clear and professional phone manner
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook and general office tools
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks
• Friendly, approachable, and confident interacting with diverse audiences
• Ability to learn quickly and contribute as a supportive team player

Why Partner with Altis
If you’ve never worked with a staffing agency before, we make it easy. We work with top employers across Canada who have great jobs to fill, each vetted and verified by our team. When you apply for a job with Altis, we get to know you as a candidate and learn what your strengths are. Then, if you’re a solid match, we handle all the logistics, advocating for you as a candidate for the role, providing access to coaching and connecting you directly with the hiring manager. And rest assured, all our services are free of cost for candidates.

We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.