Administrative Assistants perform some or all of the following duties:

• Prepare, edit, and proofread correspondence, reports, invoices, and presentations
• Distribute physical and electronic mail and coordinate information flow
• Schedule meetings and appointments
• Order office supplies and maintain inventory
• Answer calls and respond to electronic inquiries
• Maintain filing systems and records
• Establish office procedures
• Greet visitors and direct them appropriately
• Prepare meeting minutes
• Arrange travel and reservations
• Compile research data and statistics
• Supervise or train office staff
• Organize conferences and events

These are the typical employment requirements and benefits associated with this occupation in Canada:

• Completion of secondary school is usually required.
• Completion of a one- or two-year college or other program for administrative assistants or secretaries may be required.
• Previous clerical experience may be required by some employers.
• Many employers offer pension plans, medical and dental coverage, life insurance, paid leave, and employer contributions to Employment Insurance and Canada Pension Plan or Quebec Pension Plan.