Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant ~ Global Consulting Firm $90k

Arlington, VA, great benefits, plus bonus, free parking

My client is Global Consulting Firm with corporate Headquarters in the Washington, D.C. area with a need for an Executive Assistant. This is an exciting new opportunity that will provide executive support to the office of the President and provide operational support to the Senior Leaders including event planning for the annual conference and project management. The Executive Assistant must be comfortable in a fast-paced environment and have a strong background in MS Office, travel arrangement, calendar management, event planning, and excellent communication skills. Administrative candidates with experience working for trade associations and a background in event planning are highly encouraged to apply. The Executive Assistant will be responsible for the following duties:

• Responsible for coordinating all logistics, including travel and event planning for the annual conference
• Responsible for calendar management and scheduling for the Executives
• Monitoring and tracking status of assigned project deliverables and coordinating related tasks.
• Coordinating and attending meetings, both virtually and in-person, taking minutes and ensuring follow-up as appropriate.
• Utilizing web-based tools to update member database information, post shared files and documentation and coordinate meeting information.
• Providing customer service to members, potential members, and related parties.

Requirements:

3 + years’ experience as an Administrative Assistant

BS/BA degree from 4-year accredited College or University

Proficient in MS Office, including advanced in PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, & Excel preferred

Excellent communication skills both written & verbal

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