We are seeking a proactive and organised individual to join our Administration Team at Orbis Investments in Burnaby, British Columbia. This is a 6-month fixed-term, in-person role based in our Metrotower office. You will play an integral role in ensuring the smooth running of our office operations and supporting a range of firm-wide initiatives that contribute to the employee experience and operational excellence. Why Orbis? Culture. We are committed to our Core Values. We encourage intellectual curiosity and individualism as well as collaboration across different areas of the business. We seek to hear our people’s voices – whether quiet or loud. Sharing ideas and challenging the status quo are commonplace. Autonomy. While guidance and support are provided, team members own their work and projects. Growth opportunities. We support our people in continuous learning and development. Agile environment. We are committed to providing a work environment that balances personal needs, commitments, and interests with the needs of our teams and clients. Philanthropy. Our people can contribute to society in a unique and personal way, through various philanthropy opportunities and programmes. What will your responsibilities be? You will be part of a collaborative team that manages the day-to-day operations of our Vancouver office. Your responsibilities may include: Managing front desk coverage, greeting visitors, and supporting general office reception as needed. Proactively schedule and organise internal and external meetings. Plan and execute events, i.e., team outings, happy hours, town hall meetings, and small group training sessions. Maintaining supplier relationships and ensuring effective office operations (supplies, maintenance, catering, etc.). Assisting with expense reporting, invoicing, and other administrative processes. Contributing to ad hoc projects that improve the employee experience and office efficiency. About you To succeed in this role, you will bring enthusiasm, professionalism, and attention to detail to every task. You should have: Prior experience in administration and/or human resources Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Clear communication skills, with the confidence to work with a range of people. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships Ideally, a post-secondary degree with a strong academic record What we offer The annual base salary for this position will be between $50,000 and $60,000 per year, excluding benefits. Instructions for application To complete your application, please submit your resume and transcripts (all post-secondary to this point; unofficial are accepted). About Us We are a global firm with offices across eight countries, over 400 employees and more than $40 billion in assets under management. But those numbers don't define Orbis. It's our values, how we do things day-by-day, and how we add value for our clients that define us. Our investment philosophy is fundamental, long-term and contrarian. As contrarian investors, we aim to take a different perspective, and this filters into everything we do. To invest differently, you need to think differently. This is encouraged by having teams of people with different backgrounds, experiences and ways of thinking.
