Administrative assistant

Principal Responsibilities: - Handle requests for the PM’s/analyst’s time and attention by making judgments about the importance and priority of each and maintaining the satisfaction of those making requests. - Provide telephone coverage for the team, screening calls and directing, as appropriate - Organize all details of the team’s business calendar and travel arrangements - Arrange in-house meetings including schedule meeting rooms, coordinate schedules of attendees, greet guests - Process and reconcile expense accounts - Organize incoming mail; independently take action on incoming correspondence, and compose correspondence. - Create and maintain file systems (electronic and otherwise). - Coordinate meetings and meeting agendas, and compile collateral materials.

Competencies for Success/Requirements: - Strong computer software skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Org Plus - 2 plus years admin experience, preferably in a Financial Services corporate environment - BA/BS Degree preferred - Use sound judgment - Organization and time management - Handle highly sensitive and confidential matters - Write Effectively - Excellent verbal communication skills - Detail-orientation and excellent follow through skills - Manage multiple tasks and tradeoffs -Extensive use of e-mail technologies / Microsoft Office Suite - Flexible, ability to work in high pressure environment - Strong Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel skills