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Description We are offering a contract to permanent employment opportunity for an Executive Assistant in East Haven, Connecticut, United States. This role primarily functions in the Executive sector, providing comprehensive support to a President, including but not limited to calendar management, travel arrangements, and operational support.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently manage the President's calendar, ensuring optimal use of time and prioritization of tasks. • Plan and coordinate both business and private events, guaranteeing seamless execution. • Arrange and coordinate travel logistics, including reservations and personal appointments. • Ensure the President is well-prepared for detail oriented meetings and events by gathering necessary information and creating necessary documents. • Act as an Operations Manager for the business, communicating with the Robert Half to supervise ongoing projects. • Maintain a high level of discretion and professionalism as a confidante to the President. • Proactively contribute to events and special projects as needed, anticipating needs and offering support. • Supervise and schedule outside contractors/vendors working at home. • Utilize skills in Calendar Management, Event Planning, Administrative Assistance, and Microsoft Office Suites to perform tasks efficiently and effectively. Requirements • Prior experience of 3 or more years in a similar role as an Executive Assistant

• Proficient in Calendar Management and scheduling appointments

• Skilled in Event Planning and coordination

• Strong Administrative Assistance skills, including managing paperwork, filing, and maintaining records

• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office Suites, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

• Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion

• Proactive problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure

• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy in all tasks.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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