LHH is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative support for a wonderful non-profit organization in Atlanta, GA. This employee will support the Executive Director, Deputy Director, and the Board of Directors. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, discreet, and excels in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities
Support for the Board of Directors & Senior Executives
- Serve as Board Liaison
- Schedule and set up meetings (including food prep and virtual meeting logistics)
- Organize agendas and share relevant materials in advance
- Maintain official records and documents
- Draft and revise meeting minutes, reports, and other communications
Support for Executive & Deputy Directors
- Calendar management for multiple executives
- Manage and prioritize email correspondence
- Field inquiries from clients, partners, and the public
- Handle escalations from disgruntled clients and document formal grievances
- Organize and digitize files and documents
- Forward voicemails and calls from the front desk
- Plan and coordinate meetings, training sessions, and special events
- Coordinate travel arrangements and prepare expense reports
- Occasionally provide support to other leadership team members
Qualifications
Must-Haves
- 3–5+ years of experience in an Executive Assistant or similar role
- Strong calendar management and scheduling skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- High level of professionalism, confidentiality, and discretion
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Ability to work independently and adapt quickly to changing priorities
- Excellent customer service skills
- Patience, empathy, and a proactive attitude
Bonus Skillset
- Previous experience in legal or nonprofit organizations
- Spanish language skills or other multilingual abilities
- Experience using internal case management systems
Technical Skills
- Google Workspace
- Microsoft Excel and spreadsheets
- Internal case management software (preferred but not required)
Company Culture
- Supportive, mission-driven environment
- Empathetic, open-hearted team
- Calm under pressure, values good listening and communication
- Comfortable working with a diverse population, including individuals experiencing hardship
Benefits
Paid Time Off:
- 6 weeks PTO (accrues at 2.5 days/month), 18 paid holidays in 2025, 6 weeks of paid parental leave
Health Benefits:
- Full coverage of employee premiums
- Partial coverage for dependents
- Heavily subsidized Aetna POS plan
Additional Benefits:
- Dental & vision coverage at reasonable rates
- Life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
- Student loan reimbursement up to $600/month (after offsets)
- Voluntary tax-sheltered annuity with 3% employer match
- Free parking by the building
- Potential eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Job Details
- Work Model: Fully On-Site (flexible schedule may be discussed)
- Direct Hire
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Pay Details: $65,000.00 per year
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