Junior Administrative Assistant

Administrative Assistant - Junior

Location: Framingham, MA

Onsite Flexibility: Hybrid

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 12 months
• Pay Rate: $20.00 $22.00 / Hour (USD)
• Contract-to-Hire: Contract-to-perm potential
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Job Summary

Beyond any normal administrative responsibilities needed within the department, this position will assist in the planning and execution of events throughout the year (events include Service Awards, Admin Day, Associate Appreciation BBQ, New Hire Luncheons, State of the Company Meetings, Heading Home Up and Out, Giving Tree, etc.). In addition, the role will maintain and update the Associate Discount Directory. The position would involve working with internal Associates to organize golf clinics and leagues, organize and schedule CPR and Self Defense Training, assist with administrative responsibilities for the Associate of the Quarter program, as well as any other special projects as assigned. The Client Activities Group (TAG) is a function within Internal Communications and Brand, and TAG handles most events that take place at the Home Office.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides administrative support for Manager of Associate Engagement
• Responds to questions and requests and researches information
• Interfaces with a variety of internal and external individuals
• Involves appropriate associates from other departments as needed when planning an event
• Provides secretarial and administrative support for department
• Monitors department email box and responds to inquiries quickly
• Organizes and distributes Service Awards gift packets
• Prepares various routine and complex reports filling in the appropriate information needed for events
• Oversees and monitors administrative projects and initiatives
• Fully hands on during events to ensure successful execution while problem solving issues as they arise
• Performs other duties as required or directed

Required Skills

• Must possess strong organizational and administrative skills and the ability to multitask and maintain strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
• Must have excellent phone manner, solid written and verbal communication skills and be customer service oriented
• Strong Computer Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Willingness to learn, take direction well and be a team player
• Flexibility and a positive attitude are required

Required Experience

• 1 2 years of administrative experience in a corporate setting, is required

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

Important Notes

• Local candidates only
• Interview process consists of 2 interviews
• Will not be required to work over 40 hours
• Onsite at minimum on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday; with the exception if there is an event on a Monday or Friday

About the Client

This client is a Fortune 100 retail organization and the world's leading off-price apparel and home fashions company, operating more than 5,200 stores across ten countries under iconic retail brands spanning the United States, Canada, Europe, and Australia. With a business model built on delivering quality, brand-name, and designer merchandise at prices typically 20 to 60 percent below full-price retail, this organization has created one of the most distinctive and enduring value propositions in global retail. The company employs buyers, merchants, retail professionals, and corporate associates across merchandising, operations, supply chain, finance, marketing, and technology disciplines within a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-08817 Industry: Administrative & Support

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