Administrative Assistant

Secaucus, New Jersey

Ashley Stewart
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Job Title: Executive Assistant to the CFO

Location: Secaucus, NJ
Reports To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Employment Type: Full-Time, in office 9 am- 6 pm (Can be flexible on timings)

Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Executive Assistant to support our CFO in managing both personal and professional tasks. This role requires a proactive individual with excellent time management skills, the ability to handle confidential information, and strong communication abilities. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of contracts and legal terminology, preferably with a background in law or as a paralegal, to assist with contract reviews. Additionally, this person will be expected to support the HR department in various administrative capacities.

Key Responsibilities:
  • CFO Schedule Management:
    • Proactively manage and organize the CFO's calendar, scheduling meetings, appointments.
    • Ensure the CFO's day is efficiently planned, providing timely reminders and preparing necessary materials for meetings.
  • Personal Assistance:
    • Assist the CFO with personal tasks and errands as needed to ensure their time is optimized for business needs.
  • Contract Review & Commentary:
    • Assist in reviewing and commenting on contracts, offering insights into key clauses and terms.
    • Collaborate with legal teams to ensure contract compliance and mitigate risks.
    • If applicable, work with external legal teams to clarify contract language or negotiate terms on behalf of the CFO.
  • HR Support:
    • Provide administrative support to the HR department, including scheduling interviews, assisting with onboarding, and maintaining employee records.
    • Help with HR-related communications and documentation.
  • General Administrative Support:
    • Handle correspondence on behalf of the CFO, including emails, phone calls, and other communication channels.
    • Prepare reports, presentations, and other documents as required by the CFO.
    • Assist with projects and ad-hoc tasks that require attention to detail and organizational skills.
    • Meeting preparation-creating meeting agendas, taking meeting notes, following up on action items, creating decks for meetings and anything else requires.
Qualifications:
  • Education:
    • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
    • Paralegal certification or experience in contract law is preferred.
  • Experience:
    • 3+ years of experience
    • Experience in contract review and understanding of legal terms and concepts is highly preferred.
    • Familiarity with HR processes and administration is a plus.
  • Skills & Abilities:
    • Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
    • Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
    • Proficiency with office software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite) and scheduling tools (e.g., Outlook, Google Calendar).
    • Discretion and the ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.
    • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Additional Requirements:
  • Must be able to manage competing demands and remain calm under pressure.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to take initiative.
  • Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new challenges.
Other details
  • Job Family Corporate
  • Pay Type Hourly
  • Travel Required No

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Date Posted: 13 April 2025
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