Administrative Assistant Jobs in Connecticut

Job Title: Senior Administrative Assistant Company: Travelers Location: Hartford, CT Description: Committed.  Competitive.  Constructing our Future. That's Travelers.  We are one of the leading insurance companies in the United States.  Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers - and opportunities for our employees.  You will find Travelers to be full of energy, and a workplace in which you truly can make a difference.   SUMMARY: Advanced skill level is required to perform diverse and complex assignments.  Ability to adapt procedure, processes and techniques to perform the more complex duties of the job. PRIMARY DUTIES: Handles complex administrative assignments of a broad and varied nature to relieve senior management of routine administrative details. Exercises considerable discretion and independent judgment in facilitating overall department operations.  Directs the activities of other support staff as necessary. Coordinates inter-departmental or department-wide administrative projects, such as broad communications, overseeing internal/external services purchased, developing and implementing department/business unit guidelines for operating policies and procedures. Complex scheduling.  Typically involves internal, external, and department-wide scheduling. Full responsibility for department-wide event and travel planning.  Prepares and submits expense accounts and other type expenses.  Manages and tracks/reports actual expenses versus budget for sr management's area of responsibility, develops or upgrades budget system. Regularly interacts with internal and external executives, community leaders, shareholders, etc. Initiates follow-up actions as needed. Calls for moderate to advanced conflict resolution skills via phone and, occasionally, in person. Initiates, develops, and makes decisions regarding office practices/procedures within authority level. Calls for frequent problem solving with internal and external staff. Utilizes basic change management skills. EDUCATION/COURSE OF STUDY: High School education or equivalent preferred WORK EXPERIENCE: Prefer 7+ years COMPUTER SKILLS: Advanced skill level required for software applications, including advanced database queries, complicated Excel spreadsheets (i.e., vlookup). Utilizes multiple software packages to prepare highly confidential correspondence and complex documents. Independently designs advanced spreadsheets, graphics, presentations, and database applications.

Job Title: SECRETARY ASAP!!! Company: Location: Hartford, CT Description: Office Helper/Secretary (Temp to Perm) Pay Rate: D.O.E. - From 8am to 2pm Monday thru Friday - Basic Computer Skill, filing and office management - ProveIt Testing on Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint - Drug Testing Required - Background Check Required - Min. 5+ years experience ** This is a part-time job that will eventually turn into a full-time send your resume for consideration to Register to View THIS POSITION IS TO START ASAP!!!!!! __________________________________________________________________________________

Job Title: APPOINTMENT SETTER / ADMIN. ASSIST / SALES CALLS / Company: Location: Waterbury, CT Description: click on the apply link below to apply to this job.

Job Title: legal secretary Company: Privately Placed in The Day Location: Groton, CT Description: GROTON LAW OFFICES Legal Secretary for data entry. Experienced preferred. Part Time, Evenings. Email Resume: Register to View

Job Title: F/T OFFICE ASSISTANT for busy Company: Location: East Hartford, CT Description: F/T OFFICE ASSISTANT for busy mfg co. in E.H. Microsoft office, Quickbooks, some physical demands. Fax resume w/salary req to Register to View

Job Title: Administrative Assistant 2 Company: SODEXO Location: New Britain, CT Description: Administrative Assistant 2  Position Requisition Number:  391981  Position Title:  Administrative Assistant 2  Division:  Hospitals  Discipline:  Administrative  Location:  NEW BRITAIN, Connecticut 06050-0000 United States  Employment Status:   Relocation:  No  Weekends:  Some  Holidays:  Some  Unit Description:  Sodexo is seeking an Administrative Assistant II at The Hospital of Central Connecticut. The Administrative assistant supports the Environmental Services department of a 383 bed, non-union facility. Responsibilities include but are not limited to, scheduling, booking hospital meetings/conferences and room set-ups as well as department events. The ideal candidate must have excellent written and verbal skills as well as a strong knowledge of software application such as MS Word, MS Excel and Scheduler Plus and other Sodexo or Hospital based software. The ideal candidate must also have the ability to develop spreadsheet reports and must be able to work with a large, diverse workforce. This position will have direct contact with clients and customers and will support the entire management team while reporting directly to an on-site General Manager. Come join a winning team with Sodexo.  Job Description:  Position Summary: Under limited supervision, provides general secretarial and administrative support to a department or group of professionals. Work is generally straightforward and administrative in nature. Requires a working knowledge of company operations, organizational procedures, and personnel. Work may occasionally involve handling confidential and sensitive material. Exercises some independent judgment and reasoning within established guidelines. Position Posting Title: Administrative Assistant 2 Need Help? Please call the Help Desk at Register to View .

Job Title: Admin assistant Company: Finezi Location: Norwalk, CT Description: * Provide administrative support to Vice President. Manage calendar, visitors, travel arrangements, preparing various documents, running reports, filing and expenses. * Provide support on various projects/activities o Prepare reward newsletters, brochures, statements, reference guides, training manuals, policies and other documents, as needed o Support audit activities (e.g. Peoplesoft screen shots, researching archives, compiling data) o Research programs (e.g. wellness initiatives such as health risk assessment, smoking cessation) o Coordinate meetings for employees and/or vendors (e.g. health fairs at various Diageo sites) o Compile data lists for vendors, best place to work submissions and/or team o Set up, prepare, gather and distribute/mail employee and retiree documents (e.g. enrollments, translations, election reconciliations, one time payments o Monitor and respond to NA Total Rewards mailbox * Provide additional administrative support as needed to team (maintain data on shared drive, compile benchmark information, research returned mail, obtaining signatures on legal and other documents and photocopies), contact retirees/employees. * Process vendor invoices. Track payments. Code refunds. Prepare payments for deposit. Provide support preparing budget reconciliations. Overall, I*d like someone with very strong coordination skills to coordinate the activities for various projects. Also, someone who may have had experience working in a financial environment (accounts payable, accounts receivable) because I will need the person to help with processing invoices and work on the team budget.If you are available and comfortable with the requirement, please do respond with your updated resume in word format with contact details ASAP.Thanks and regards,Sushan ShettyE-Mail: Register to View IM - sushan_shetty100

Job Title: Admin Asst Company: Location: New Haven, CT Description: Established company seeks experienced Admin Asst for their executive management staff. Must have excellent computer skills (heavy DE), attention to detail, oral & written communication skills. Ability to work with top mgmt as well as handle general office duties are the key. College degree required Previous Mfging or Corp Admin experienced a huge plus. Temp to hire. Call Register to View .

Job Title: Senior Administrative Assistant - Hartford, CT-322206 Company: UnitedHealth Group Location: Hartford, CT Description: Job Category:Administrative Support ServicesReference Code:322206Position Type:Full-time, Regular UnitedHealth Group is among the most ambitious Fortune 25 companies you'll ever meet. Through our family of businesses, we're working to make the health care system perform better for more people, in more ways than ever.Simply put, we think the entire system can be greater than it's ever been. And that drives us to work harder, aim higher, and expect more from one another.Here, you'll be empowered to make an immediate impact for millions of others. And you'll achieve more than you ever expected. How does that fit with your plans? Senior Administrative Assistant - Hartford, CT-322206UnitedHealth Group is an innovative leader in the health and well-being industry, serving more than 55 million Americans. Through our family of companies, we contribute outstanding clinical insight with consumer-friendly services and advanced technology to help people achieve optimal health.DescriptionUnitedHealth Group IT provides a diverse and comprehensive array of application design and infrastructure services designed to advance improved health and well-being for our customers, and to benefit UnitedHealth Group employees across the enterprise. Comprised of the Application Services Group, Enterprise Technology Services Group and the IT Business Services Group, UnitedHealth Group IT has over 7,000 internal and external resources across the globe, and offices in California, Connecticut, Minnesota, New Jersey, South Carolina, Wisconsin and India. Position Description: Position supports Finance division within UHG IT, directly supporting two senior leaders and their teams. Positions in this function include more traditional administrative/clerical support roles including: answering the telephone, typing/word processing of documents, maintaining calendars and setting up meetings, making travel arrangements, copying, faxing, greeting visitors, setting up files, tracking expenses, and coordinating building and equipment maintenance. Primary Responsibilities: Perform administrative and office support activities for the team, including fielding telephone calls, receiving and directing visitors, and scheduling, planning, and documentation of meetings Support on-boarding of new team members Support the executive management team of the organization Prepare reports and financial data Coordinate office space and equipment maintenance including ordering of supplies Expense management Coordinate travel arrangements Other duties as assigned QualificationsQualifications: High school education or equivalent experience is required Proficient - Intermediate skill with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook is required 2+ years of working in an Administrative Assistant role supporting the senior management and staff is required 2+ years of making travel arrangements, scheduling meetings, maintaining calendars and expense reporting is required 2+ years of experience preparing and writing correspondence and handling information of a highly sensitive and confidential nature is required 3 years of demonstrated experience interacting with internal and external clients is required Healthcare industry experience is required WebEx and setting up virtual meetings is preferred Project management/Project coordination experience is preferred Able to handle sensitive and confidential information Demonstrates cultural competence and sensitivity Critical reasoning and analytical skills Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. In addition, employees in certain positions are subject to random drug testing. Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V. UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Job Title: Administrative Assistant/Receptionist - Company: Location: Hartford, CT Description: A growing, medium-sized insurance company is seeking an office services coordinator. Responsibilities include general office operations, front desk supervision, telephone, mail distribution, customer/staff assistance, department support, special projects, correspondence, budget support, and database maintenance. A high school diploma or equivalency, at least one year of administrative and office experience, a solid customer service background, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and database apps are required. HAI Group offers an attractive work environment and excellent benefits. Salary DOE. To submit your resume, please go to: https://home.eease.com/recruit/?id=490594 no later than February 22, 2010. Equal Opportunity Employer. No phone calls or recruiters please. Please use the above link to apply; do not mail or e-mails resumes. Job Description: Position Responsibilities: Responsible for the main office operations which include front desk sign in and security procedures, incoming mail distribution (including scanning of mail for designated departments), incoming fax distribution, answering main telephone, greeting visitors, issuing visitor?s passes, assisting in package shipping/receiving/delivery and processing outgoing mail. Responsible for the inventory, ordering, and receiving of all general office and safety supplies. Assists with customer service inquiries and requests from staff members as well as external clients. Assists with the copying and mailing assignments performed and managed by the Executive Services Department. Performs special administrative projects as well as assists with overflow work from department including making limited travel arrangements and assisting with special office events and functions. Performs simple maintenance and/or arranges service calls for the copy machines. Performs other duties as assigned by the Administrative Services Manager or Director, Executive Services. Desirable Training & Experience: Minimum qualifications: Graduation from a standard high school and at least one year of administrative and office work experience including proficiency in word processing. The potential candidate must have some customer service experience as well as enjoy working with people. Also acceptable would be any equivalent combination of education and experience which demonstrates possession of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel for Windows or other similar software program is required. Experience with Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft FrontPage, Illustrator, and Acrobat are a plus. Physical Requirements: Stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, visual acuity, and talking. Possibility of light lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or moving objects up to 30 lbs.