Job Title

Executive Assistant

Job Description Summary

Responsible for providing administrative support to executives. Interface with internal and external parties with respect to highly sensitive issues on behalf of management. Interact with a diverse group of internal and external customers at all levels of the organization.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Provide administrative support to senior-level executives.Work independently and/or within a team on special non-recurring and ongoing projectsAct as a project manager for special projects, at the request of the executives and/or their direct reports, which may include planning and coordinating multiple presentations and disseminating information.Organize and facilitate large team events.Act as liaison with other departments and outside agencies; including executive-level staffManage executive calendar/schedule; organize lunches, schedule, and organize complex activities such as meetings and travel.Perform advanced word processing, graphics, spreadsheets, database, and presentationsInitiate and respond to executive correspondence as well as handle confidential and non-routine information.Prepare expense reports, obtain receipts as needed, and reconcile all credit card charges accurately.

Requirements

This position requires the incumbent to work onsite 5 days per week at our 575 Maryville Centre Drive, Saint Louis office.High School Diploma or GED3+ years of prior administrative experience supporting executive level professionals or any similar combination of education and experienceDemonstrated poise, tact and diplomacyProficiency with Microsoft Office SuiteExcellent verbal and written communication skillsIndependent judgment is required to plan, prioritize, and organize a diverse workloadExcellent phone and organization skillsAbility to set priorities, meet deadlines and multitaskProven record of providing both internal and external customer serviceAbility to handle sensitive information with discretionExcellent attendance and punctuality

Physical Requirements

Involves work of a general office nature; typically includes extended periods of sitting and/or operation of a computer. Regularly required to talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to write and type. Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented orally and in writing. Ability to communicate information and ideas in writing and orally so others will understand. Regularly required to utilize vision abilities, allowing reading of printed material, graphics, and computer displays

Cushman & Wakefield provides equal employment opportunity. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative​ Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without  regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

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