Secretary Jobs in Ontario

A Secretary in the admin industry plays a pivotal role in ensuring smooth operations within an organization. They are responsible for handling office tasks such as answering phone calls, organizing files, scheduling appointments, and managing correspondence. They also maintain office supplies, prepare reports, and draft documents. Secretaries often act as the first point of contact for clients and visitors, so they must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. They should also have proficiency in office management software like Microsoft Office Suite and have excellent organizational skills.

Before becoming a Secretary, a person might have held roles such as an Administrative Assistant, Receptionist, or Office Clerk. These positions help develop the necessary skills and experience for succeeding as a Secretary. Additionally, while not always required, having certifications like the Certified Administrative Professional (CAP) or the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) can enhance a Secretary's job prospects and prove their competence in crucial administrative tasks.

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Administrative Assistant - Invoicing and Payment Support

  • Mississauga, ON
  • 4 hours ago
  • Mississauga, ON
  • 4 hours ago

Do you believe in the power of teamwork and sharing ideas? Do you take pride in delivering exceptional quality and service with everything you do? Do you seek out ideas for improving the status...

Remote Personal Assistant/ Social media manager

  • Timmins, ON
  • 9 hours ago
  • Timmins, ON
  • 9 hours ago

I'm a busy home owner looking for a reliable, detail-oriented personal assistant/social media manager to help with publishing and managing ads, along with some basic admin tasks. This is a remote...

Remote Work

Personal Assistant / Social media Manager Needed

  • Timmins, ON
  • 9 hours ago
  • Timmins, ON
  • 9 hours ago

I'm a busy home owner looking for a reliable, detail-oriented personal assistant/social media manager to help with publishing and managing ads, along with some basic admin tasks. This is a remote...

Administrative Assistant, Portfolio Solutions

  • Toronto, ON
  • 10 hours ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 10 hours ago

Who we are: Canaccord Genuity (CG) is a leading independent full-service financial services firm, with operations in two principal segments of the securities industry: wealth management and...

Office Support Specialist - Bilingual

  • Mississauga, ON
  • 10 hours ago
  • Mississauga, ON
  • 10 hours ago

Holman is a global automotive leader that serves both commercial and consumer clients The Holman Way by always doing the right thing for our people, our customers, and the community since 1924....

Administrative Assistant - ICT

  • Oakville, ON
  • 21 hours ago
  • Oakville, ON
  • 21 hours ago

Company Description Halton Healthcares vision of Exemplary patient experiences, always, goes beyond just the patient experience; it has shaped our entire culture and remains at the core of every...

Administrative Assistant

  • Toronto, ON
  • 1 day ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 1 day ago

Introduction Indulge your passion for problem-solving and embrace the thrill of addressing risk head-on at Gallagher's global brokerage team. Join a family of diverse minds, united by a relentless...

Therapia - Administrative Associate (Rotating Shifts)

  • Markham, ON
  • 1 day ago
  • Markham, ON
  • 1 day ago

Location : Markham, ON (Head Office), Hybrid Salary : $45,000 to $50,000 annually + stipends Schedule : At least 40 hours a week Rotating shifts between 9 am and 9 pm, Monday through Sunday Hybrid...

Unit Secretary - MRHH Peri-Operative Float (C5 Procedures, OR, PACU & Day Surgery)

  • Richmond Hill, ON
  • 1 day ago
  • Richmond Hill, ON
  • 1 day ago

Previous experience within the Unit Secretary classification. *This position is represented by OPSEU....

Requisition Details: Employment Status: Temporary, Full-time (1.0 FTE) Program Name: Branch Operations Number of Hours Bi-Weekly: 75 Work Schedule: Days Anticipated End Date: November 2025 On...

In-House Admin Assistant

  • Toronto, ON
  • 2 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 2 days ago

In-House Admin Assistant Entry Level (Toronto - King West) Description:Looking for a loyal, reliable assistant to help with daily online admin work. This is in-person work from a quiet condo near...

Marketing Admin Assistant for a marketing agency

  • Toronto, ON
  • 2 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 2 days ago

We are seeking a proactive and diligent marketing admin assistant. The work involves two parts: 1) Interacting with participants of my newsletter, creative email marketing campaigns, and...

Secretary - Union

  • Hamilton, ON
  • 2 days ago
  • Hamilton, ON
  • 2 days ago

Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates. Consider the possibilities of joining a Great Place to Work! Responsible for providing administrative/clerical duties at a location....

Medical office assistant

  • Caledonia, ON
  • 3 days ago
  • Caledonia, ON
  • 3 days ago

Medical Office Assistant Location: Caledonia Job Type: [Full-Time/permanent] Job Summary: We are seeking a detail-oriented and compassionate Medical Office Assistant to join our healthcare team....

Personal Assistant / Social Media Manager

  • Barrie, ON
  • 3 days ago
  • Barrie, ON
  • 3 days ago

I'm a landlord/ realtor looking for a personal assistant or social media assistant that can help publish apartment available for rent on marketplace because of my busy schedule and the pay will be...

Secretary Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Medical Secretary Training
Overview A medical secretary is responsible for dealing with patients, maintaining records and confidentiality, managing inventory and much more. Thus, before you start your career in this area,...
Legal Secretary Diploma
The legal system is very complicated in itself for any given country. A common stereotype is that a lawyer or solicitor often goes mad during law school given the amount of information they have...
Legal Secretary Course
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Salary for Secretary Jobs in Ontario

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireAdmin research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Secretary positions.



Highest Education Level

Secretarys in Ontario offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
32.0%
High School or GED
25.4%
Associate's Degree
17.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.3%
Master's Degree
8.1%
Some College
2.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.9%
Some High School
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Secretarys in Ontario
1-2 years
44.2%
Less than 1 year
30.3%
None
13.6%
2-4 years
10.1%
4-6 years
1.9%


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