Executive Assistant

Job Description

Job Type: Contract-to-hire (2-3 month contract period)

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Location: D.C.

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One of our clients is seeking a bright, highly discreet Senior Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative support to senior leadership. This role suits a seasoned professional with 10+ years of experience who works well in a fast-paced environment, handles confidential information with care, and builds trusted relationships across a broad network of stakeholders. Experience supporting C-suite executives and working in politically engaged environments is a strong plus.

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Responsibilities

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• Provide comprehensive administrative support to senior executives, anticipating needs and managing priorities proactively
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• Manage high-volume email inboxes, including triaging, drafting, and responding to correspondence on behalf of executives
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• Coordinate complex domestic and international travel arrangements, including flights, lodging, ground transportation, and detailed itineraries
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• Maintain and organize data, records, contact databases, and files with accuracy and attention to detail
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• Plan and execute meetings, events, and receptions, from logistics and vendor coordination to guest management
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• Support social media activity, including content scheduling, monitoring, and engagement
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• Serve as a point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, representing leadership with professionalism and tact
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• Handle sensitive and confidential information with the utmost discretion
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Qualifications

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• 10+ years of experience as an executive assistant, senior administrative assistant, or similar role
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• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
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• Proven experience with email management, data management, and travel coordination
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• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
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• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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• Exceptional discretion and judgment
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• Neat, legible handwriting (candidates will be asked to submit a half-page handwriting sample)
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Preferred Experience

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• Experience supporting C-suite executives
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• Political background, with experience working across both sides of the aisle
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• Event planning experience
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• Social media experience
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