Department Administrative Assistant

Acuity Inc. • Brossard, QC

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About The Position

Acuity Inc. (NYSE : AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems related to spaces, lighting, and other things to come. Through our two operating units, Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL) and Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS), we design, manufacture, and market products and services that make a real difference in people's lives. We achieve our growth through the development of innovative new products and services, particularly in lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and with an audio, video, and control platform. We focus on our customers' results and drive growth and productivity to increase our market share and achieve superior returns. We seek to actively use capital to grow our business and enter new verticals. Acuity Inc. is based in Atlanta, Georgia, and operates in North America, Europe, and Asia. The company relies on approximately 13,000 dedicated and talented employees. Visit our website at www.acuityinc.com.

Job Summary
We are looking for a highly organized and proactive professional to provide high-level administrative and operational support. This position ensures the efficient coordination of activities, promotes cross-functional collaboration, and contributes to a structured and efficient work environment.

Requirements

• 5 to 10 years of administrative experience.
• Excellent organization, multitasking, and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365.
• Bilingualism (French/English) oral and written required.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Professionalism, reliability, and rigor.
• Knowledge of French is required for positions permanently located in Quebec so that the incumbent can communicate as needed with colleagues and suppliers in Quebec. French training is offered to any incumbent of a permanent position in Quebec who does not have a good knowledge of French.
• Knowledge of another language is required for this position in order to communicate with clients, partners, and colleagues who are primarily located outside of Quebec. The company has few clients in Quebec and therefore must constantly use another language to communicate outside of Quebec.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in event coordination or client reception.
• Knowledge of access control systems or ticketing tools.

Responsibilities

• Prepare reports, presentations, and communications.
• Manage schedules, meetings, travel, and expense reports.
• Coordinate services, purchase orders, and suppliers.
• Ensure office logistics and onboarding of new employees.
• Manage documentation and administrative processes.
• Support cross-functional projects and track deliverables.
• Identify and optimize internal processes.
• Liaise with internal/external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with departments (facilities, security, maintenance).
• Participate in sustainability and well-being initiatives.
• Ensure confidentiality and data protection.
• Modernize reception and office management practices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed