Executive Assistant
Description
- Develop a strong partnership with and understanding of the work of the Office Leader and the team and be an engaged, sophisticated facilitator of their effectiveness in executing BRG Corporate Finance's strategic and operating goals.
- Provide a bridge for smooth communication and coordination of activities between the Office Leader’s office, direct reports, BRG experts and other internal departments.
- Provide support for the practice activities of several senior client-facing experts with the ability to broadly understand the context and requirements of their work.
- Display a high degree of discretion with sophisticated ability to recognize and handle sensitive and highly confidential information in an appropriate and compliant manner.
- Provide meeting logistics support including coordinating conference calls and other meeting technologies, meeting rooms, catering services, and other reservations as needed.
- Coordinate business travel arrangements, both domestic and international, this may include obtaining visas, booking of accommodation, flights, car services, etc.
- Handle time and expense reporting.
- Support senior experts in various client interactions including set up of new matters, client/partner correspondence and meetings plus billing and collection.
- Assist Office Leader in planning client marketing events, selection of venues, coordination with venues, execute "day of event" supporting activities, and be a thought partner in creatively identifying opportunities to drive client engagement.
- Support Office Leader with contact management; keep track of recent interactions and create reminders for appropriate follow-ups activities.
- Work with Director of Business Development and Marketing in ad hoc activities.
- Education: Bachelor's degree required
- Experience: Three (3+) years of support experience, preferably in professional services, investment management or investment banking settings.
- Technical savvy is key - intermediate to advanced computer skills required in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
- Advanced Excel skills preferred plus a demonstrated ability to assess, research and enjoy resolving information technology challenges.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders, including executive team, experts, staff and other external partners.
- Forward-looking thinker who demonstrates the ability to anticipate needs, proactively solve problems and combines a willingness to take initiative with sound judgement.
- Demonstrated ability to achieve goals, multi-task and prioritize activities in a rapidly changing high-stress environment and be adaptable to various competing demands.
- Meticulous attention to detail, exceptionally organized and proven time management skills.
- Resourceful team-player with the ability to self-motivate, manage and work independently.
- Demonstrated consistently positive approach along with the highest level of customer/client service and responsiveness.
- Excellent verbal skills coupled with proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
- Strong writing and editing skills.
- Flexibility in adjusting work schedule on occasion and willing to work overtime as needed.
About BRG
Berkeley Research Group, LLC (BRG) is a global consulting firm that helps leading organizations advance in three key areas: disputes and investigations, corporate finance, and strategy and operations. Headquartered in California with over 40 offices around the world, we are an integrated group of experts, industry leaders, academics, data scientists, and professionals working beyond borders and disciplines. BRG strives to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is instinctive, not an initiative. We celebrate and value the diversity of our professionals and are dedicated to maintaining a truly inclusive work environment where all individuals feel respected and valued. We harness our collective expertise to deliver the inspired insights and practical strategies our clients need to stay ahead of what's next.
Berkeley Research Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.
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