Sr. Administrative Assistant

Sr. Administrative AssistantThe Sr. Administrative Assistant will be responsible for providing administrative support to senior managers and other partners in the department.Key responsibilities include:1. Provides administrative and executive support to senior manager and other partners in West Michigan2. Composes and creates documents, spreadsheets and/or presentations3. Maintains and organizes paper and electronic files. Ensures confidentiality4. Manages database files5. Handles and confirms travel arrangements and processes travel expense reimbursements6. Schedules meetings and conferences7. Works on special projects, such as gathering, inputting and compiling information for reports as required by manager or other partners in the department8. May track or monitor expenses for the department9. May greet or assist clients and/or vendors10. Responsible for identifying and resolving problems within established guidelines11. Expected to use some initiative but refer more complex problems to supervisors/experts12. Works effectively as a team member but also independently13. Business development support14. Culture and group engagement support15. West and East Michigan advisory board supportThe successful candidate will have:Professional communication skills (verbal and written) are requiredFinancial Services industry knowledge is preferredAnalytical and problem-solving skills are requiredTechnical skills / systems knowledge (e.g. Microsoft Office and Workday)Event support knowledge is preferredWork AuthorizationApplicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Northern Trust will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa).Working with UsAs a Northern Trust partner, you will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture, which has a strong history of financial strength and stability. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to an inclusive workplace and assisting the communities we serve.Philanthropy is deeply rooted in Northern Trust's history and is an essential element of our culture. Employees around the world give their time and talent to work for the greater good of their communities.Reasonable AccommodationNorthern Trust is committed to working with and providing adjustments to individuals with health conditions and disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at View email address on click.appcast.io, or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.