Investment Administrative Assistant

THE ROLE Using discretion and judgment, provides consistent, high-level administrative support to assigned members of the Investment Department in a value-added manner. Ability to perform administrative responsibilities with minimal supervision. WHAT YOU WILL DO Partner with assigned investment professional to perform a variety of specialized duties, which may be complex in nature. Understand business needs; work proactively to meet those needs while following department procedures and guidelines. Comprehend the companies and industries being followed, and independently work to streamline and minimize administrative burden on the investment professional. Understand and master all department systems, databases and research tools to ensure smooth and efficient department operations. Gather research data for presentation material, organize travel for company visits, conferences and marketing trips, and process expense requests in a timely manner. Collaborate with the senior office associate to assist with administrative procedures and perform a variety of specialized duties, some of which are confidential in nature and require knowledge or understanding of department operations. Ensure external and internal communication, documents and materials are accurate and error‑free. Consistently look for ways to improve various department processes and procedures to ensure efficiency. Serve as a resource to the senior office associate with new hire and ongoing training. Perform additional responsibilities as requested. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education and work experience. Minimum three years administrative assistant experience. Excellent interpersonal, communication and analytical skills. Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point and Access. Flexible and team‑oriented mindset. Experience with travel and expense management and video conferencing equipment. BENEFITS & COMPENSATION Salary range reflecting candidate experience, training and education. Significant and competitive incentive compensation based on individual and company performance. 15% of base salary contributed to an independent retirement plan separate from the company‑sponsored 401(k). Education Assistance: $100 monthly up to $10,000 lifetime maximum, tuition reimbursement up to $8,000 annually, and access to discounted tutors and college coaches. Generous time off and fully paid leaves, including 20 weeks for maternity and 12 weeks for parental and caregiver leave. Choice of medical and dental plans with employer contribution to a Health Savings Account. Tax‑deferred commuter benefits and flexible spending accounts (medical and dependent care). Wellness programs: robust webinars, employee assistance program focused on mental health, subsidized fitness benefit via Wellhub (including access to gyms, studios, boutique fitness locations, virtual personal training sessions and well‑being apps). LEGAL & EQUITY STATEMENTS Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis; this position is not eligible for sponsorship. MFS is a hybrid work environment (remote/onsite) unless otherwise stated in the job posting. If any applicant is unable to complete an application or respond to a job opening because of a disability, please contact MFS at View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io for assistance. MFS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws. Employees and applicants of MFS will not be subject to harassment on the basis of their status. Additionally, retaliation, including intimidation, threats, or coercion, because an employee or applicant has objected to discrimination, engaged or may engage in filing a complaint, assisted in a review, investigation, or hearing, or has otherwise sought to obtain their legal rights under any Federal, State, or local EEO law is prohibited. Please see the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal document for your reference. #J-18808-Ljbffr MFS International Australia Pty Ltd