Executive Assistant - Grand Rapids, United States - Fishbeck

Fishbeck
Fishbeck
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Grand Rapids, United States

3 weeks ago

Mark Lane

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Description

Executive Assistant

Location
Grand Rapids, MI


Job Summary

Primary Functions
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Provide administrative support to firm leadership, including the President, Leadership Team, and Legal Counsel.

  • Schedule annual meetings for Board of Directors, Leadership Team, shareholders, etc.
  • Schedule President's annual Town Hall tour of Fishbeck offices and other similar events (sometimes requires finding offsite venues).
  • Act as key point of contact for firm leadership, fielding requests and accurately relaying messages to the appropriate party within the firm.
  • Assist legal counsel in developing and implementing new policies, procedures, and document standards.
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General Administrative Support Areas

  • Prepare, review, and edit documents, presentations, and reports to ensure compliance with Fishbeck standards.
  • Assist in compiling, proofing, and publishing internal firm communications.
  • Manage calendars, travel arrangements, and external events for firm leadership.
  • Facilitate accurate flow of correspondence and data between staff, including deadlines, budgets, documentation, and project progress.
  • Edit SharePoint intranet pages.
  • Organize meeting logistics and accurately keep records when necessary.
  • Correspond with external vendors.
  • Other related duties as requested by firm and department leadership.

Minimum Physical Requirements


Mobility to work in an office setting, use standard office equipment, visual acuity to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.

Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.


Desired Education/Licensure
Associate degree or related experience.


Desired Skills/Experience

  • 10+ years of experience as an Executive Assistant or similar administrative role supporting senior leadership. Experience reviewing and developing legal documentation and supporting legal counsel, a plus.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint. Exposure to Adobe Suite, Bluebeam, or other PDF tools a plus.
  • Excellent organizational skills, balancing multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with proficiency in corporate correspondence.
  • Ability to work effectively while adapting to and managing changing priorities.
  • Selfmotivated and proactive, able to anticipate the needs of firm leadership.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, must work collaboratively with diverse teams.

What we offer
Our staff members enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Wellness reimbursement and activities.
  • Reimbursement and support for tuition, continuing education, and professional/personal development.
  • Vacation, sick, and volunteer time, PTO, parental leave, and paid holidays.
  • 401(k), profitsharing, and stock options (we are 100% employeeowned).
  • And more

About Fishbeck

Fishbeck is one of the premier professional consulting firms in the nation, with 15 regional offices and more than 600 employees.

Engineering, environmental sciences, architecture, and construction management are the cornerstones of Fishbeck's services and integrated project approach.

We are a hands-on and design-orientated practice with the technical capabilities and understanding to take the largest projects from internal concept to completion.

Our team of experts takes pride in our commitment to reliability in design, connection to our clients, and creativity at our core.

We are an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

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