Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant to $70K - Supportive Workplace!

Our client, a mission-oriented academic organization, is seeking an Executive Assistant to help coordinate faculty-related activities, manage complex calendars, and support governance initiatives across the organization. The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of administrative experience.

Position Details:

• Location: Hartford, CT
• Work Model: In Office
• Degree: Preferred
• Responsibilities include managing calendars, inboxes, and daily priorities of the executive; coordinating and supporting leadership meetings including agenda preparation, materials, minutes, and follow‑up communication; maintaining faculty and affiliated contracts and supporting onboarding logistics; coordinating workplans and compiling reports for institutional reporting; managing academic calendars, events, and special projects; arranging domestic travel and processing expense and reconciliation requests; and handling sensitive and confidential information with discretion and sound judgment.
• The ideal candidate possesses exceptional organizational and time‑management skills; ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines independently; strong written and verbal communication skills; high attention to detail and follow‑through; proven discretion and professionalism when handling confidential matters; familiarity with academic, nonprofit, or mission‑driven environments; and administrative experience supporting senior leadership.

Enjoy comprehensive health benefits, generous PTO, paid breaks, and on‑site parking, within a stable, collaborative workplace!

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.

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Company Profile:

Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.

Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.

Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com.

Benefits Information:

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. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.

We look forward to working with you.

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