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Executive Assistant for Leading Global Consulting Firm -- to $65K

Prestigious International Consulting Firm has an immediate need for a high-caliber Executive Assistant for their Los Angeles office. You will be responsible for coordinating the engagements of staff and streamline crucial aspects of business activity. The senior leader is seeking to partner up with a candidate that will demonstrate the flexibility and eagerness to take on a dynamic and multi-faceted role. This is an outstanding opportunity to make a strong impact within a multi-national firm and foster professional relationships with high-level clients and contacts.

Responsibilities:
Maintain the upkeep of calendar, coordinate travel arrangements, schedule interviews and prepare detailed itinerary for trips
Assist in business research and development projects
Update and maintain database and directories and streamline necessary documentation
Provide written correspondence with contacts
Prepare expense reports and timesheets in a timely manner
Provide regular backup phone support and production assistance as needed
Assist in the training of new hires and temporary staff

Requirements:
Bachelor's degree is essential
4+ years of experience as an administrative assistant in a corporate environment with a track record of upward progression; experience in a service firm is a plus
Strong sense of judgment and highly mature
Highly organized with a strong sense of detail
Flexible in terms of hours and responsibilities assigned
Working knowledge of macros, templates and styles, as well as the Internet is also preferred.
Highly professional pro-active attitude with all tasks at hand; thrives in fast-paced environment
Exceptional communicator with strong written skills and an ability to interface articulately with business contacts
Flexible with a good sense of humor, self-confident and positive
Knowledgeable in Microsoft Windows 7, MS Office 2010
Typing speed of 75WPM + ; experienced with high volumes of production and word processing

• Compensation: to $65K
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