The Administrative Assistant will support a legal team at Microsoft by managing complex calendars, coordinating travel, and handling expense reports, ensuring operational excellence.
1. General
- Job Title: Administrative Assistant
- Type: Contract
- Level: Mid-Level
- Location: [Specify Location]
- Workplace: [Specify if hybrid, remote or on-site]
- Duration: [Specify duration, for example - ASAP to June 30th, 2024, with strong potential for extension].
2. About the job
- How would you enable a strong, passionate and innovative team while inspiring new levels of performance and impact?
- How do you foster a high performing and connected global culture in a fast-evolving market and economy?
- How do you build scalable people-related frameworks that drive business growth?
- How do you attract, retain and inspire top performers in a competitive talent market?
- How do you build processes while retaining agility?
Do such questions intrigue you?
3. Summary of the opportunity
- Client Overview: Microsoft is a global technology company that is focused on empowering people and organizations to achieve more.
- Role Summary: The Administrative Assistant will provide support to a legal team within Microsoft's Marketing Business, contributing to operational excellence, rhythm of business, and driving business efficiencies. This role is crucial in managing complex calendars, coordinating travel, and handling expense reports, ensuring efficient time and financial management.
4. What are the key responsibilities?
- Responsibilities and Duties:
- Proactively manage and prioritize complex calendars for senior leadership using Microsoft Outlook.
- Coordinate domestic and international travel and prepare and process expense reports.
- Support the leadership team in processing expense report approvals, organizing logistics for events, and procuring necessary goods and services.
- Maintain a friendly and inviting work environment, assist with space management, and prepare PowerPoint presentations and agendas for key meetings.
5. What experience are we looking for to drive success?
- MUST-Have Skills and Qualifications:
- Minimum 2-4 years of experience in an office environment, scheduling, and in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, decision-making, organization, and time management skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Visio, and PowerPoint.
- Preferred Skills and Qualifications:
- Experience with executive leadership support.
- Interest in or experience with event planning.
- Growth mindset.
6. So calling all top performers
- Exciting Opportunity: This role presents an exciting opportunity to work with a dynamic team in the era of Marketing AI at Microsoft. The team is committed to truth in advertising, brand love, and customer satisfaction, making it an exciting way to love the Brand.
- Competitive Compensation: Competitive hourly rate offered.
- Application Process: To apply for this role, please apply online or email your resume, highlighting your relevant experience and qualifications. Please ensure that your application provides accurate information.
- About this posting: This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may vary based on assignment.
- Equal Employment Opportunity: We are committed to diversity and inclusion, have a non-discrimination policy, encourage diverse candidates to apply, and provide accessibility and accommodation.
In conclusion, don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to join our team and make a meaningful impact! Apply today! Please feel free to drop in your resume at **[email protected]**.
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