Administrative Assistant III (McLean, VA)

Performs diverse, advanced and confidential administrative support functions including composing, signing and releasing routine but somewhat complex correspondence. Usually relieves management of administrative details; gathers, compiles and reports information relevant to/for department; may manage a number of different and often conflicting objectives, projects or activities at one time. Communicates with executives and line management to gather or convey relevant information. May be involved in high-level client contact and exposure to sensitive information, and must use considerable tact, diplomacy and judgment. Advanced administrative and analytical skills. Thorough knowledge of a variety of software programs.

Candidate must have excellent interpersonal skills, great attention to detail, responsive, proactive, positive attitude, and be able to work well in a fast-paced team environment. Must be computer literate, Office XP, Excel PowerPoint, Word. Must be able to work independently. Must have Financial Services experience, work on multiple tasks at a time. Be able to be a team player, manages and deals with change well.