<p>Administrative Assistant</p> <p>Payette, based in downtown Boston, is a leading architectural design firm specializing in the programming, planning, and design of complex buildings for medical and scientific research, academic teaching, healthcare, and corporate research. We provide a dynamic and collaborative environment which allows our employees to succeed.</p> <p>Payette has an immediate opening for an entry-level Administrative Assistant. This position will support the firm's design work, Principals and various other departments.</p> <p>Candidates must have the following qualifications to be considered for the position:</p> <ul> <li>A minimum of two (2) years of relevant administrative experience - reporting to more than one person. </li><li>Advanced computer skills, as well as a strong grasp of Microsoft Office and Adobe Suite to support the production of documents and graphics. </li><li>Experience with ordering and tracking office supplies. </li><li>Event planning experience for internal firm-sponsored events. </li><li>Managing expense reporting for upper management. </li><li>Experience booking travel, including international travel, and capability to troubleshoot last minute travel emergencies. </li><li>This position is also part of the company's Life Safety Team that assists with building evacuations. </li></ul> <p>The ideal candidate will also have:</p> <ul> <li>An undergraduate college degree (BA/BS). </li><li>Strong organization skills with an eye for detail. </li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills. </li><li>Ability to organize and prioritize in a fast-paced environment and work well under deadlines. </li><li>Experience with calendar management and maintenance for Principals. </li><li>Creativity, versatility and persistence to complete a number of administrative duties. </li><li>Collaborating with various project teams and departments across the firm to complete a number of administrative duties. </li><li>Ability to work under pressure. </li><li>Interest in learning more about the administrative and architecture field. </li></ul> <p>Payette is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace.</p> <p>Resumes submitted online will be considered. Please note for all documents (resume and cover letter), the maximum files size is 5 MB.</p>