Executive Assistant for a University in Boston

Our University client in Boston is looking for an Executive Assistant for a contract role, with the possibility of conversion to a permanent position.

Responsibilities include (But are not limited to):

• Welcomes guests and customers by greeting them, in person or on the telephone; answering or directing inquiries.
• Conserves time of executive management by reading, researching, and routing correspondence; drafting letters and documents; collecting and analyzing information; initiating telecommunications.
• Maintains appointment schedule by planning and scheduling meetings, conferences, teleconferences, and travel.
• Represents the staff by attending meetings in the executive’s absence; speaking for the executive.
• Maintains customer confidence and protects operations by keeping the information confidential.
• Completes projects by assigning work to clerical staff; following up on results.
• Prepares reports by collecting and analyzing information.
• Secures information by completing database backups.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Qualifications and Skills Include (But are not limited to)

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Prior experience supporting management in mid-size to large organizations preferred.
• Has strong computer skills including word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database software.
• Possesses strong interpersonal skills, leadership, negotiation, analytical and problem-solving skills.