Beacon Hill
Our client, an investment arm of a university, is seeking a Temporary Executive Assistant to provide administrative and executive support for investment staff. This 6-8 month role is maternity coverage, based on site in Cambridge, MA. Standard hours are 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, pay is low to mid $40s/hr, and candidates must be available to work at least four days per week in the office.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate and schedule appointments, meetings, and events via Outlook, including with senior administrators and external investment fund managers.
Arrange and manage complex domestic and international travel, including flights, hotels, trains, car services, passports, and visas.
Prepare travel itineraries, monitor changes, and resolve issues as trips progress.
Manage and process expense reimbursements and accounts payable using Concur and client systems.
Draft, edit, and format documents and presentations for internal and external meetings, including Board and investment committee memos.
Organize and maintain investment research materials in the database and support data/reporting updates.
Respond to inquiries requiring an in-depth understanding of all policies and procedures.
Anticipate team needs, including managing project deadlines, card renewals, and preparing meeting materials.
Partner with the broader administrative team to provide occasional backup coverage, including front desk rotation.
Support ad hoc projects, event planning, and due diligence research as needed.
Candidate Qualifications
3+ years of administrative experience; prior C-suite or investment environment experience preferred.
High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and multitasking skills.
Demonstrated professionalism, discretion, and ability to handle confidential information.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to prioritize competing demands, adapt to shifting priorities, and work under tight deadlines.
Previous experience coordinating complex international travel and related reimbursements strongly preferred.
Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
California residents:
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility.
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Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility.
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