Our client, a large entertainment studio based in Burbank, is looking for an Executive Assistant to the VP of Human Resources and 3 Directors to join their team for a 3 month contract! Please note, this role will work a hybrid schedule.
Responsibilities:
- Create a multi-city travel itinerary, taking into account time zones, weather delays, traffic and fatigue levels;
- Review your leader’s schedule to build-in time for things like thinking, and getting to/from meetings in our sprawling campus;
- Understand the day’s priorities so you can be smart about how you direct phone calls;
- Schedule conference rooms, meetings and video chats;
- Draft letters and emails on behalf of your leaders;
- Act as “casual buyer” of all office supplies for the department, and manage purchase orders and vendor contracts;
- Prepare regular reports and summaries -- you’ll have tasks that you “own” completely;
- Collaborate on projects by conducting research, writing and fact-checking;
- Assist with on-boarding new employees – you’ll be the “friendly face” that newbies count on to answer all their questions, including many who are quite senior in the organization;
- Mentor and train other support professionals in hard skills like computer programs, and soft skills like teamwork;
- Plan high-profile, complex events like offsites as well as smaller-scale gatherings such as service recognition parties
Required Qualifications:
- At least 5 years supporting a Director or above and/or equivalent experience;
- Sharp written and verbal communication skills, including clean grammar and a robust vocabulary;
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize deadlines/deliverables;
- Strong proficiency with all types of computers, phones and office equipment;
- Mastery of Microsoft Office programs, good skills in SAP, SharePoint and Concur;
- A calm head and steady hand to deal with the unexpected;
- Complete reliability handling confidential information;
- Some flexibility in your schedule – we value work/life balance, but in a pinch, a bit more time is needed;
- Very strong organizational skills and attention to detail; and
- A professional demeanor, positive outlook and a can-do attitude.
If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today.
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