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Executive Assistant
We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Executive Assistant to provide high-level support to C-suite executives in Newburyport, Massachusetts. This long-term contract position offers an exciting opportunity to manage essential administrative tasks while ensuring seamless operations in a dynamic and efficient environment. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional organizational skills and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate and manage complex travel arrangements, including booking flights, accommodations, and transportation for executives.<br>• Prepare detailed meeting notes to capture key discussions and action items during executive meetings.<br>• Oversee and maintain executives’ calendars, ensuring all appointments, deadlines, and priorities are effectively managed.<br>• Handle sensitive and confidential documents with the utmost discretion and professionalism.<br>• Collaborate with executives to support both traditional and tech-focused leadership styles.<br>• Utilize Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook to create and manage documents, emails, presentations, and scheduling.<br>• Assist in preparing materials for board meetings using specialized software such as BoardDeck.<br>• Act as a liaison between executives and internal or external stakeholders, ensuring clear and timely communication.<br>• Ensure the smooth execution of day-to-day operations by anticipating executives’ needs and resolving issues proactively.
• Proven experience in managing calendars and scheduling for senior executives.<br>• Strong expertise in coordinating and booking travel arrangements for business purposes.<br>• Ability to take comprehensive and actionable meeting notes.<br>• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook for administrative tasks.<br>• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion.<br>• Experience working in a public company environment is highly preferred.<br>• Capability to adapt to both traditional and technology-driven executive styles.<br>• Knowledge of board meeting preparation tools like BoardDeck is a plus.
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  • Newburyport, MA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 30.00 - 35.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Executive Assistant to provide high-level support to C-suite executives in Newburyport, Massachusetts. This long-term contract position offers an exciting opportunity to manage essential administrative tasks while ensuring seamless operations in a dynamic and efficient environment. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional organizational skills and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate and manage complex travel arrangements, including booking flights, accommodations, and transportation for executives.<br>• Prepare detailed meeting notes to capture key discussions and action items during executive meetings.<br>• Oversee and maintain executives’ calendars, ensuring all appointments, deadlines, and priorities are effectively managed.<br>• Handle sensitive and confidential documents with the utmost discretion and professionalism.<br>• Collaborate with executives to support both traditional and tech-focused leadership styles.<br>• Utilize Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook to create and manage documents, emails, presentations, and scheduling.<br>• Assist in preparing materials for board meetings using specialized software such as BoardDeck.<br>• Act as a liaison between executives and internal or external stakeholders, ensuring clear and timely communication.<br>• Ensure the smooth execution of day-to-day operations by anticipating executives’ needs and resolving issues proactively.
  • 2025-10-15T14:09:17Z

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