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Robert Half
Executive Assistant
Job Description
We are looking for an experienced Executive Assistant to provide high-level support in a fast-moving, in-office Contract position based in Jersey City, New Jersey. This assignment will focus on keeping an executive's schedule, travel, and meeting preparation running smoothly while handling sensitive business and personal matters with sound judgment and discretion. The ideal candidate brings a proactive approach, strong relevant experience, and can adapt quickly as priorities shift throughout the day.
Responsibilities:
- Direct and maintain a complex executive calendar, balancing competing priorities and adjusting appointments quickly as business needs change.
- Organize domestic and international travel arrangements, including flights, lodging, ground transportation, and detailed itineraries.
- Track active travel plans in real time and respond to delays or changes with backup options to minimize disruption.
- Prepare briefing materials, meeting documents, and supporting information in advance so the executive is fully equipped for each engagement.
- Handle scheduling requests, routine correspondence, and time-sensitive personal coordination tasks with a high level of confidentiality.
- Partner closely with internal team members, including office and operational support staff, to ensure seamless day-to-day coordination.
- Confirm appointments, reservations, and logistics proactively to reduce last-minute issues and maintain a dependable workflow.
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What they do
An Executive Assistant provides skilled administrative support for a company executive or professional staff at an organization. Schedules meetings, calls and travel, manages correspondence, handles outside information requests and staff communications; may assist with preparing presentations.
$77,565 / year median in New Jersey
-11% projected decline