Administrative Assistant

Administrative Assistant needed for an interior design company in Irvine. This company specializes in luxury merchandising..

This administrative position will be the right-hand person for the Creative Director. This person will assist the designer with all administrative aspects of interior design.

Please submit resume, to be considered

This is a DIRECT HIRE opportunity paying up to $35K/year plus benefits, depending on experience. Benefits include medical and dental, 401K with 5% matching, holidays and vacation pay. Company works an Alternate Work Schedule - four (4) 10 hour days. Typical schedule will be Monday-Thursday, starting between 6:30-7:30 AM; NO WORK ON FRIDAYS!! However, Individual needs to be flexible to work an occasional Friday, as needed, and have a different day off.

SEEKING THE FOLLOWING ATTRIBUTES:

Professional individual with a high energy level

Self-Starter/Strong Work Ethic/Ability to Multi-task

Detail-Oriented Great Attitude

Respectful/Honest Team Member; Organized & Dependable

Ability to work in a fast paced environment with a sense of urgency

TASKS INCLUDE:

Entering data into database, Design Manager, all selections and components selected by the designer.

Check pricing and availability of the selections and meet with the designer to discuss.

Update and review budgets.

Work closely with purchasing team.

Maintain presentation binders with the most current information, once changes have been made.

Manage calendars.

Assist with errands regarding design selections; accessory shopping.

BASIC REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

3+ years as an Administrative Assistant in a fast paced environment

Education and/or Experience in the design field would be an asset for the estimating duties

Typing at 5O wpm

Efficiency with MS Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint

Ability to manage calendar in Outlook; should have strong Outlook skills

Efficiency with InDesign software a plus

Great verbal and written communication skills

Great customer service skills

Ability to lift to 25lbs. Requires some lifting of fabrics, wallpaper etc. This is a very small part of this job.

California driver’s license with and insured vehicle. Mileage reimbursement provided - These duties will be after completing the Temporary to Hire period, after hire with the company.