Operations Associate

The Company

Accomplished, best-in-class executive recruiting firm seeks a bright, detail-oriented professional to assist, execute, and improve daily operational and administrative tasks for company. The firm, one of the top executive recruiting companies in the DC area, works with top-tier public and privately-held companies on a regional and national basis. The culture is thoughtful, strategic, and entrepreneurial. Long-term career potential for a high-performing individual to recruiting, marketing, research, or an elevated operations role. The office is located 5 mins walking to the Bethesda metro stop.

Position

Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, this is a critical position for the company. This person will have valuable exposure and interaction with the Managing Director of the firm, as well as the entire executive management team. This team member will be handling the daily, hands-on functions of the operations department, which includes creating management reports, drafting detailed client correspondence and marketing materials, updating necessary database information, and managing shifting priorities/initiatives. This person will play a pivotal role in maintaining an organized and productive office, while gaining valuable exposure to the high-level, executive search process in various industries. It is a great opportunity to learn the internal workings of a successful company, while also being exposed to interesting, top-caliber client companies. Specific responsibilities will include:

• Preparing, editing, and formatting documents for clients and management reports
• Preparing meeting minutes, and managing phone lines as needed
• Updating data trackers and database information
• Tracking and reporting weekly and quarterly activity of consultants
• Maintaining and updating company website and posting platforms
• Coordinating travel arrangements and preparing marketing materials for clients
• Additional special projects ranging from research to database management

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Bright, energetic, take-initiative individual with strong communication skills
• Desire to work in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Detail and task-oriented problem solver
• Minimum 1 year of office experience or commensurate with experience

Compensation

Competitive base salary, generous quarterly bonuses and excellent benefits package.