Administrative Assistant
- San Mateo, CA, United States
$27 to $35 USD / hour
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Job details
- Pay
- $27 to $35 USD / hour
- Apply by
- Experience
- 2+ years of administrative, office support, or customer service experience
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Robert Half is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Administrative Assistant to support daily office operations and ensure a seamless experience for both internal teams and external stakeholders. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys wearing multiple hats, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and takes pride in keeping processes organized and running efficiently.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide administrative support to department leaders and team members
- Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate appointments
- Answer and direct incoming phone calls and emails professionally
- Prepare, edit, and distribute correspondence, reports, and presentations
- Maintain electronic and paper filing systems
- Assist with data entry, record management, and document preparation
- Coordinate office supplies, vendor relationships, and facility requests
- Support travel arrangements, expense reports, and meeting logistics
- Serve as a point of contact for visitors, clients, and employees
- Assist with special projects and other administrative duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- 2+ years of administrative, office support, or customer service experience
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- High attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
- Professional demeanor with a customer-service mindset
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience supporting multiple departments or executives
- Exposure to CRM, ERP, or database systems
- Associate or bachelor's degree preferred but not required
What Makes Someone Successful in This Role?
- Takes initiative and anticipates needs before they arise
- Remains organized and adaptable in changing priorities
- Communicates effectively with individuals at all levels
- Demonstrates professionalism, discretion, and reliability
- Finds solutions and keeps projects moving forward