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Administrative Assistant
We are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to join our team on a contract basis in Needham, Massachusetts. In this role, you will provide essential support to ensure smooth office operations and assist with a variety of administrative tasks. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a collaborative environment while leveraging your organizational and communication skills.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage schedules and appointments, ensuring efficient calendar organization.<br>• Perform data entry tasks with accuracy and maintain up-to-date records.<br>• Assist in coordinating student orientation activities and related events.<br>• Collaborate with various campus offices to facilitate smooth communication and operations.<br>• Prepare, edit, and manage documents using Microsoft Word and Excel.<br>• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.<br>• Oversee document management systems to ensure accessibility and organization.<br>• Provide general administrative support to the team as needed.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Word.<br>• Strong organizational skills with a keen attention to detail.<br>• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.<br>• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.<br>• Experience with calendar management and scheduling.<br>• Proven track record of working effectively in a team environment.<br>• Familiarity with data entry and document management processes.<br>• Previous experience in an administrative support role preferred.
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  • Needham, MA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 19.79 - 22.91 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to join our team on a contract basis in Needham, Massachusetts. In this role, you will provide essential support to ensure smooth office operations and assist with a variety of administrative tasks. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a collaborative environment while leveraging your organizational and communication skills.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage schedules and appointments, ensuring efficient calendar organization.<br>• Perform data entry tasks with accuracy and maintain up-to-date records.<br>• Assist in coordinating student orientation activities and related events.<br>• Collaborate with various campus offices to facilitate smooth communication and operations.<br>• Prepare, edit, and manage documents using Microsoft Word and Excel.<br>• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.<br>• Oversee document management systems to ensure accessibility and organization.<br>• Provide general administrative support to the team as needed.
  • 2025-10-14T15:29:06Z

Administrative Assistant Job in Needham | Robert Half