Our client, an elite university located in Cambridge, is seeking a Senior Administrative Assistant for a full-time, permanent position. The individual in this role will support a faculty member who needs complex administrative support, and should have administrative experience, preferably in higher education. This individual must be poised, detail-oriented, and extremely efficient when handling multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Prior to starting, candidates will need to pass a background check.
If you are interested and meet the below qualifications, please submit a copy of your resume for immediate consideration!
Compensation: $58-60K
Hours: M-F, 8:30am-5:00pm (100% onsite)
Responsibilities:
Perform complex calendar and schedule management
Coordinate required arrangements for meetings including booking space, organizing tech and media, providing refreshments/catering, and confirming details
Attend high-level meetings to edit and help draft minutes, correspondence, and reports
Plan and execute events as needed
Manage office operations including supplies and equipment maintenance, mail distribution, and office communication
Maintain and accurately update electronic database and website as needed
Monitor invoices and expenses and process requests for payment and reimbursement
Process payments, travel vouchers and any other purchases as needed
Collaborate with other office and department staff to ensure timely and appropriate resolution for of all office support requests
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree required
5+ years of professional administrative experience required; experience in higher education preferred
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Strong work ethic, personal integrity, and self-motivation
Professional verbal and written communication skills
Comfort communicating and interacting regularly with university officials, external organizations, and the public on a variety of matters
A strong passion for higher education and a commitment to serving a diverse student population
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