Senior Administrative Assistant POST NUMBER: 420712
Job Summary:
The Senior Administrative Assistant will provide comprehensive administrative support to senior executives and contribute to the efficient operation of the office. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle confidential information. The ideal candidate will be proactive, resourceful, and adept at managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Executive Support: Manage executives’ calendars, schedule meetings, and arrange travel. Prepare and edit correspondence, reports, and presentations. Serve as a point of contact between executives and internal or external stakeholders.
- Office Administration: Oversee daily office operations, including managing supplies, coordinating office maintenance, and handling mail and communication. Implement and streamline office procedures to enhance efficiency.
- Communication: Handle and prioritize incoming communications, including phone calls, emails, and mail. Draft and distribute internal and external communications as needed.
- Event Planning: Organize and coordinate company events, meetings, and conferences, including managing logistics, coordinating with vendors, and overseeing on-site arrangements.
- Document Management: Maintain and organize files, records, and documentation. Ensure accurate and timely processing of documents and reports.
- Team Collaboration: Support and collaborate with other administrative staff to ensure seamless office operations. Provide guidance and mentorship to junior administrative team members.
- Confidentiality: Handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain strict confidentiality.
Qualifications:
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Office Management, or a related field preferred.
- 5 years of experience in an administrative role, with a proven track record of supporting senior executives or management teams.
- Demonstrated experience in managing complex schedules, coordinating meetings, and handling confidential information.
- Excellent organizational, time-management, and multitasking skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other relevant software.
- Ability to work independently, take initiative, and collaborate effectively with team members.
Vaco values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
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Pay Transparency Notice
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:
- the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
- licensure and certification requirements;
- office location and other geographic considerations;
- other business and organizational needs.
With that said, as required by local law, Vaco believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.