Recruiting in Motion is a successful and dynamic professional employment agency that has become deeply integrated into Metro Vancouver’s business sector as the go-to agency for the recruitment and placement of outstanding employees. BC-owned and operated, we ensure all our candidates — temporary, contract, permanent or executive — are provided with exciting and impressive employment opportunities. In fact, we are ranked as one of Growth 500 Canada’s fastest growing companies and we represent BC’s TOP Employers!

ABOUT OUR CLIENT

Our client, an international mineral resource company based in Vancouver, is looking for a hard-working and organized Receptionist/Administrative Assistant on a full-time temporary basis or could go temporary to permanent based on the performance. This role is responsible to assist in daily office tasks, manage general administrative activities and be the first point of contact for visitors that enter the office. Training can be provided for the right candidate. If you are looking to kick start your career in a reputable company with a strong corporate setting, this is the job for you - apply today!

QUALIFICATIONS

• Post-secondary education in Business, Economics or in a similar field
• At least 2 years of experience in an administrative assistant or similar role
• Previous experience in the mining industry is preferred
• Fluency in Mandarin or Spanish is a strong asset
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong time-management skills and can do attitude

• Greet and welcome guests, manage the main switchboard, and respond to email enquiriesMaintain an organized and clean office environment and places orders for office equipment and supplies
• Assist in preparing proposals and payment requests
• Make travel arrangements for senior management and employees
• Liaise with the company’s overseas offices in Bolivia and China
• Maintain and track office and vendor records and contacts
• Other related duties as assigned