Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant

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Accentuate Staffing as an immediate need for a temp to hire position as an Executive Assistant in Durham. In this role, the ideal candidate will serve as a liaison to the senior management teams; organizes and coordinates executive outreach and external relations efforts; and oversees special projects. The Executive Assistant must be creative and enjoy working with a medium size entrepreneurial environment that is mission-driven, results-driven and community oriented. The Executive Assistant will have the ability to work independently on projects, from conception to completion, and must be able to work under pressure at times to handle a wide variety of activities and confidential matters with discretion. Must have current/past experience working as an Executive Assistant.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Completes a broad variety of administrative tasks for supervisors including; managing an extremely active calendar of appointments; completing expense reports; composing and preparing correspondence that is sometimes confidential; arrange complex and detailed travel plans, itineraries, and agendas; and compiling documents for travel-related meetings.
  • Plans, coordinates and ensures that Executives schedule is followed and respected. Provides “gatekeeper” and “gateway” role, creating win-win situations for direct access to the Executives time and office.
  • Research, prioritize, and follows up on incoming issues and concerns addressed to the Executive, including those of a sensitive or confidential nature. Determines appropriate course of action, referral, or response.
  • Provides a bridge for smooth communication between the Executive office and internal departments; demonstrating leadership to maintain credibility, trust and support with senior management staff.
  • Works closely and effectively with the Executive to keep them well informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities, following up appropriately. Acts as a “barometer,” having a sense for issues taking place in the environment and keeping the Executives updated.
  • Successfully completes critical aspects of deliverables with a hands-on approach, including personal correspondence, and other tasks that facilitate the Executives ability to effectively lead the company.
  • Prioritize conflicting needs; handles matter expeditiously, proactively, and follows-through on projects to successful completion, often with deadlines pressures.

Requirements:

  • Strong organizational skills that reflect ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail.
  • Very strong interpersonal skills.
  • Expert level written and verbal communication skills.
  • Demonstrated proactive approaches to problem-solving with strong decision-making capabilities.
  • Highly resource team-player, with the ability to also be extremely effective independently.
  • Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
  • Demonstrated ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Forward looking thinker, who actively seeks opportunities and proposes solutions.
  • Strong work tenure: Two to four years of experience supporting C-Level Executives.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat, and Social Media web platforms.

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