Branch Administrator
aviva canada
📍 winnipeg canada🕐 6d ago🔗 workday
Job Description
Experience Aviva
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Individually we are people, but together we are Aviva. Individually these are just words, but together they are our Values – Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence.
At **Aviva Canada**, we put people first, our employees, our customers, and our communities. We’re proud of a culture built on care, inclusion, and collaboration, where your voice matters and your growth is supported. We’re not just about insurance; we’re about making a real difference by protecting what matters most.
The Opportunity
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The Branch Administrator provides day‑to‑day administrative support to the Head of Underwriting and branch leadership team. This role supports the smooth operation of the branch by handling a broad range of administrative, coordination, and office‑related responsibilities. The position requires professionalism, attention to detail, and the ability to lead multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment while handling confidential information with care.
This is an excellent opportunity for an organized and dependable administrative professional who enjoys supporting a team, working collaboratively, and contributing to an efficient and well‑run office environment.
What you’ll do
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* Provide administrative support to the Head of Underwriting and branch leadership team, including calendar management and meeting coordination.
* Manage travel arrangements, itineraries, meeting agendas, and supporting documents as required.
* Process expense claims, invoices, and reimbursements using internal systems.
* Coordinate team meetings, staff meetings, and off‑site sessions, including room bookings and A/V requests.
* Prepare and update meeting materials such as agendas, correspondence, presentations, and slides.
* Act as a point of contact for internal and external inquiries, ensuring timely and professional communication.
* Maintain accurate branch records, including organization charts, contact lists, and phone directories.
* Support onboarding and off‑boarding activities by submitting required system and access requests.
* Order office supplies and contribute to maintaining an organized office environment.
* Assist with IT and facilities requests, raising issues to the appropriate teams when needed.
* Receive and distribute incoming and outgoing mail and courier deliveries.
* Support updates to branch documentation such as business continuity materials when required.
* Provide general administrative support and support ad hoc tasks as needed, including time-sensitive or confidential requests.
* Work collaboratively with other Branch Administrators and administrative colleagues across the organization.
What you’ll bring
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* 4+ years of administrative experience providing assistance to a team or department.
* College diploma or equivalent administrative experience.
* Strong organizational, time management, and attention to detail skills.
* Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple requests effectively.
* Professional communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Suite
* Discretion along with managing confidential information appropriately.
* A proactive, team-oriented approach with a positive and professional demeanor.
What you’ll get
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• Compelling rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities.
• Hybrid flexible work model .
• Outstanding career development opportunities.
• We’ll support your professional development education.
• Competitive vacation package with the option to purchase 5 extra days off per year.
• Employee-driven programs focused on gender, LGBTQ+, origins, diversity, and inclusion.
• Corporate wellness programs to support our employees’ physical and mental health.
Please note that we may use AI tools to help us through the recruitment process. This is a new position which has been posted internally & externally.
Aviva Canada has an accommodation process in place to provide accommodations for employees with disabilities. If upon commencement of employment you require a specific accommodation because of a disability, please contact your Talent Acquisition Partner so that an appropriate accommodation can be arranged. This process applies throughout your career with Aviva Canada.
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