We are looking for a skilled and proactive Administrative Assistant to join our client's team on a contract basis in Old Lyme, Connecticut. This position is essential for ensuring seamless office operations and supporting leadership and staff through efficient administrative processes. The ideal candidate will excel in organizational tasks, communication, and multitasking, contributing to a positive and productive workplace. Responsibilities:• Manage day-to-day office operations to ensure a clean, organized, and efficient environment.• Maintain office supplies and equipment, coordinating orders as necessary.• Provide direct administrative support to leadership, including calendar management, meeting scheduling, and travel arrangements.• Handle incoming calls and inquiries with professionalism and ensure accurate communication.• Prepare, organize, and maintain both physical and digital documents and records.• Schedule and coordinate meetings, draft agendas, take detailed minutes, and track follow-up tasks.• Greet visitors warmly and assist them with inquiries, representing the organization positively.• Perform data entry tasks and maintain accuracy in record-keeping.• Support basic financial administration, such as processing invoices and tracking petty cash.• Assist with internal projects and marketing initiatives, ensuring timely completion of related tasks.

• Proven experience in administrative roles, preferably in office settings. • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines effectively. • Proficiency in data entry and familiarity with document management systems. • Experience with scheduling meetings and coordinating travel arrangements. • Positive and detail-oriented approach in handling customer and team interactions. • Knowledge of basic financial administration tasks, such as invoice processing.

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Old Lyme, CT
onsite
Temporary
22.16 - 23.66 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a skilled and proactive Administrative Assistant to join our client's team on a contract basis in Old Lyme, Connecticut. This position is essential for ensuring seamless office operations and supporting leadership and staff through efficient administrative processes. The ideal candidate will excel in organizational tasks, communication, and multitasking, contributing to a positive and productive workplace. Responsibilities:• Manage day-to-day office operations to ensure a clean, organized, and efficient environment.• Maintain office supplies and equipment, coordinating orders as necessary.• Provide direct administrative support to leadership, including calendar management, meeting scheduling, and travel arrangements.• Handle incoming calls and inquiries with professionalism and ensure accurate communication.• Prepare, organize, and maintain both physical and digital documents and records.• Schedule and coordinate meetings, draft agendas, take detailed minutes, and track follow-up tasks.• Greet visitors warmly and assist them with inquiries, representing the organization positively.• Perform data entry tasks and maintain accuracy in record-keeping.• Support basic financial administration, such as processing invoices and tracking petty cash.• Assist with internal projects and marketing initiatives, ensuring timely completion of related tasks.
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