Executive Assistant
New York, NY 
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Posted 15 days ago
Job Description

Your Role

As an Executive Assistant, you will provide direct administrative support toone of our New York Managing Director.

What You Will Do

  • Support day-to-day administrative tasks forManaging Director

  • Responsible for proactively managing and coordinating the daily schedule, calendar, emails, documentation, etc.

  • Work closely with Managing Director on intitatives and creating presentations and proposals; design, write and produce materials

  • Independently develop and coordinate reports, correspondence, agendas, minutes and other necessary documents

  • Provide meeting support through booking and preparing meeting rooms, setting up video conferences/phone calls, taking notes as needed, and providing follow up and action items after meetings

  • Create high quality presentations, written materials

  • Assist Managing Director with committee responsibilities

  • Handle a high volume of confidential and sensitive information; maintaining confidentiality of all organizational information

  • Coordinate travel logistics for Managing Director, including but not limited to flights, hotels, car services, itineraries, meeting planning, etc.

  • Prepare and track expense reports in accordance with firm policy

  • Provide backup coverage for other Executive Assistants daily and during vacations, including phones, calendars, greeting clients, etc.

  • Assist with client events and other special projects as needed

  • Otherduties as assigned

Your Qualifications

  • Must have at least 5-7 years of experience in an administrative support position

  • Experience in a professional service firm preferred

  • Ability to exercise good judgment, show initiative, and be proactive

  • Highly proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)

  • Well versed in coordinating hybrid meetings, including facilitation and sign on

  • Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, particularly InDesign

  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to multi-task and prioritize required

  • A strong team player who demonstrates drive and initiative and has a passion for enabling others' success

  • Excellent verbal and written communication a must

  • Ability to communicate and interact effectively with all levels of management

  • Exceptional customer service orientation

**The base salary will be estimated between $85,000 - $95,000 plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience.

Life at Gensler

At Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to "Well-being Week," our offices reflect our people's diverse interests.

We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities. Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets.

As part of the firm's commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.


Gensler celebrates diversity and our commitment to creating an inclusive environment for our colleagues. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer of choice. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

You may view our Pay Transparency Statement, your EEO rights under the law, and EEO is the law supplemental information on our website. Gensler shares the right to work and participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law.

Gensler endeavors to make gensler.com/careers accessible to all applicants. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us.

Regarding Gensler’s approach to recruiting new talent, we will never ask an applicant for sensitive or personal financial information during the recruitment process. We advise all applicants seeking employment with Gensler to review available information on recruitment fraud. Anyone who suspects that they have been contacted by someone falsely representing Gensler should email info@gensler.com.

 

Job Summary
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Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Experience
5 to 7 years
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