Johnston Group provides employee benefit solutions to over 30,000 companies, ranging from one employee to thousands across various product lines, including Chambers of Commerce Group Insurance Plan, Canada’s #1 employee benefits plan for small businesses. JG is a platinum member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies and was named one of Manitoba’s Top Employers. We support a positive work atmosphere where we value the diversity in the people we serve and are looking for talent who will contribute to our diverse and inclusive workplace; where individual differences are recognized, appreciated, and respected. JG believes in giving back and contributes significantly to local health, arts, sports, and other community organizations.

The Administrative Assistant will support and assist the senior leadership team. This role requires excellent communication skills, strong organization skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to handle a wide range of administrative and executive support tasks in a fast-paced environment.

As the successful candidate, you will manage calendars and events. You are known for your ability to constantly look for new improvements and ways to manage projects and time more effectively. You take full ownership of tasks, providing regular updates and finding solutions to potential roadblocks. You bring a ‘how can I help’ attitude, are resourceful, and enjoy supporting a high-performing executive team.

*This position requires full-time, in-office work and is not eligible for a hybrid arrangement

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of relevant experience in an administrative/professional support role
• Proficiency managing schedules, coordinating meetings, and facilitating communication between various stakeholders
• Experience drafting, editing, and reviewing correspondence, presentations, and documents
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, ability to effectively convey information and build relationships

• Demonstrated strong organizational capabilities with the ability to handle multiple priorities and fluctuating workloads, while adhering to strict deadlines
• Excellent decision-making, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated customer service mindset and strong active listening skills
• Ability to deal with highly sensitive, confidential information and situations in a discreet and professional manner
• Proven capability to coordinate and manage concurrent projects and assignments
• Energetic and highly motivated with a positive, collaborative and confident attitude
• Established expertise with various software applications and tools

JG welcomes the opportunity to provide accommodation throughout the selection process. Please contact us to discuss your requirements by email at human.resources@johnstongroup.ca or by phone at 204-774-6677, ext 295.