Receptionist Associate

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Toronto, ON, CAN
In-Office
70K-75K Annually
Junior
Fintech
The Role
Serve as the office’s first point of contact by welcoming visitors, managing front-desk communications, coordinating meetings and hospitality, overseeing mail, couriers, supplies, and vendors, and maintaining an organized workplace. Provide administrative, scheduling, event, onboarding, safety, and project support while delivering professional client and employee service. Requires strong organization, communication, judgment, and Microsoft Office proficiency.
Summary Generated by Built In
At Vanguard Investments Canada, we are committed to delivering an exceptional experience for our clients and employees. We are seeking a highly professional and detail-oriented Receptionist Associate to serve as the first point of contact for our office.  This role plays a key part in shaping the day-to-day experience for both visitors and employees, ensuring a welcoming, seamless, and well-run office environment. The successful candidate will bring a strong service mindset, attention to detail, and the ability to operate effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced setting.

Core Responsibilities

Client & Visitor Experience

  • Welcome clients, candidates, and visitors with a warm, professional presence that reflects Vanguard’s standards

  • Manage visitor check-in, security protocols, and coordination with internal stakeholders

  • Escort visitors and vendors as needed

  • Support executive and client meetings, including room setup, coordination, and hospitality

Front Desk & Communications

  • Manage incoming calls, inquiries, and general office communications with professionalism and accuracy

  • Ensure consistent front desk coverage and effective communication across the team

Office Operations & Coordination

  • Oversee daily office activities, including mail distribution, couriers, and supply management

  • Coordinate with vendors (e.g., facilities, catering, building management) to support office needs

  • Maintain a clean, organized, and professional workspace, including reception and common areas

Administrative & Team Support

  • Provide administrative support across the team as needed (e.g., scheduling, meeting coordination, document preparation)

  • Assist with team events, onboarding activities, and workplace initiatives

  • Support ad hoc requests, events, and projects

  • Support office safety procedures, including coordination during emergency situations

Qualifications

  • 1–3 years of experience in reception, office administration, or a client-facing role

  • Experience in a corporate or financial services environment is an asset

  • Post-secondary education in business or office administration preferred

Skills & Attributes

  • Strong client service orientation with a professional and approachable presence

  • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)

  • Highly organized with strong attention to detail

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities with efficiency and sound judgment

  • Proactive, dependable, and collaborative

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel)

Expected Salary Range:$70,000-$75,000

Our compensation ranges are based on role, level, and local market. Individual pay within the range is determined by factors such as job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. For part-time roles, pay will be pro-rated based on regularly scheduled hours.  

In addition to the range above, Vanguard’s total compensation package may include performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, and other perks. We also offer comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans. Your recruiter will be able to provide additional details on the total compensation offering during the hiring process. 

AI Disclosure Statement 
Vanguard does not use artificial intelligence (AI) or automated decision-making tools in its recruitment process. All application reviews and hiring decisions are made by our recruitment team. 

Accommodations 

Vanguard is committed to fostering an accessible and inclusive workplace. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform us. We will work with you to meet your needs and you can reach us at  [email protected], quoting the job ID and job title.  

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.

Skills Required

  • 1-3 years of experience in reception, office administration, or a client-facing role
  • Post-secondary education in business or office administration
  • Strong client service orientation and professional presence
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong organization and attention to detail
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently and exercise sound judgment
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel
  • Experience in a corporate or financial services environment

Vanguard Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Vanguard and has not been reviewed or approved by Vanguard.

  • Retirement Support Retirement support appears unusually strong through a 401(k) design that includes a match plus an additional employer contribution, which can materially lift long-term total rewards. HSA seeding and an enhanced employer match further strengthen the savings-and-benefits value of the package.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits Wellbeing and lifestyle support is reinforced by a sizable annual FlexFund stipend that can be applied across many day-to-day categories such as fitness, childcare, and other personal expenses. On-site or virtual clinics and fitness options add practical health and wellness convenience.
  • Affordable Benefits Healthcare and related benefits are positioned as comparatively affordable via heavily subsidized medical plans and broad coverage options. This affordability can offset moderate base pay for employees who place higher value on out-of-pocket cost reductions.

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The Company
HQ: Malvern, PA
20,252 Employees
Year Founded: 1975

What We Do

We are a community of 30 million who think – and feel – differently about investing. Together, we’re changing the way the world invests. Since our founding in 1975, helping our investors achieve their goals is our sole reason for existence. With no other parties to answer to and therefore no conflicting loyalties, we make every decision—like keeping investing costs as low as possible—with only your needs in mind. Vanguard is one of the world's largest investment companies, offering a large selection of high-quality low-cost mutual funds, ETFs, advice, and related services. Individual and institutional investors, financial professionals, and plan sponsors can benefit from the size, stability, and experience Vanguard offers. As of April 30, 2019, we managed more than $5.6 trillion in global assets. In addition, we have 189 funds in the United States and 225 funds in global markets. For Commenting Guidelines & Important information, visit here: http://vanguard.com/linkedin Vanguard Marketing Corporation, Distributor.

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