Executive Assistant (Direct Hire)
J Kent Staffing
Job Description
Job Description Job Description Pay : $55,000 - $60,000/year (based on experience) + a full benefits package including: Medical insurance ~85% employer paid Dental, Long-Term Disability, and Life insurance 100% employer paid 10 Paid Holidays Tiered PTO Plan based on length of employment 401 (k) and Profit Sharing after 12 months of employment Company/Position Overview : Our client, a distribution company located just outside of Cleveland, OH, is seeking an Executive Assistant to support the President. The President is also the top salesperson in the company and will need to act as their trusted right hand to the leadership team. The Executive Assistant will be responsible for streamlining daily operations, gatekeeping critical information, and ensuring the President can focus on scaling the business and driving strategic goals.
The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates excellent judgment, and handles sensitive matters with a high level of confidentiality. Duties : Manage the President's calendar requiring excellent time management skills Act as a primary point of contact between the President and internal/external stakeholders, clients, and vendors Screen, prioritize, and respond to emails, calls, and correspondence on behalf of the President Support special projects and operations for specific customers and vendors by coordinating resources and tracking project Communicate with customers and vendors to help provide support, information, and solutions on products and services offered Responsibilities : High school diploma or GED required, an associates or bachelors degree is preferred 5 + years' experience providing high level administrative support to c-level executives or senior management Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to represent the President professionally High level of integrity and discretion in handling proprietary and confidential information Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and video conferences tools such as Zoom, MS Teams, etc. Familiarity with AS400 IBM iSeries is a strong plus Superior organizational skills Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment