Executive Assistant

Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Executive Assistant to provide contract support. This contract position is based in Columbia, South Carolina, and requires a detail-oriented individual who excels in managing schedules, coordinating travel, and maintaining confidentiality in a fast-paced environment. The role involves working closely with senior leadership, ensuring seamless collaboration and execution of daily operations.

Key Responsibilities

+ Manage complex calendars, coordinate meetings, and handle executive scheduling with accuracy and urgency.

+ Serve as a primary liaison between executives, internal departments, clients, and external partners.

+ Prepare and edit reports, presentations, correspondence, and meeting materials.

+ Coordinate domestic and international travel, including itineraries, logistics, and expense reconciliation.

+ Support executive meetings-draft agendas, prepare materials, take notes, and track action items.

+ Handle confidential information and sensitive communications with professionalism.

+ Assist with project coordination, research, and follow-up to ensure deadlines are met.

+ Support office operations and take on additional administrative tasks as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required.

3+ years of experience supporting senior leaders or executives in an administrative capacity.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and collaboration tools (Teams, SharePoint, Outlook).

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Excellent time management, organization, and problem‑solving abilities.

Ability to maintain a high level of discretion and confidentiality.

Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment and adapting to shifting priorities.

Talent Match®

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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