Executive Assistants - Metropolitan Detroit Area

OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE (Partial Listing)

As of February 01, 2012

• ADMINISTRATIVE ASSOCIATE - BRIGHTON AREA $45K to $50,000

Our client, a rapidly growing boutique business that specializes in retail, commercial and industrial build-outs for national clients, is seeking an Administrative Associate with exceptional organizational and communication skills. This position will require superior customer service skills, proficient in word and internet applications, will prepare bid proposals, coordinating travel arrangements and coordinate licensing & contract requirements for hired subcontractors.

Requirements:

• Ability to work independently

• Proficient computer skills

• Background in building development preferred

• Superior customer service and communication skills required

• Professional appearance

• Stable work history

Send resume in a Word format attachment to careers@harperjobs.com

• EXECUTIVE ASSISTANTS - ANN ARBOR & DOWNTOWN DETROIT $40,000 to $50,000++++

Our clients, a successful professional services company, have an outstanding opportunity available for Executive Assistants to handle day-to-day administrative duties. Will coordinate calendar and travel arrangements, handle some phone responsibilities and confidential correspondence, greet board members and executives, and maintain database. 8:30am-5:30pm, Monday - Friday.

Requirements:

• Self-Starter

• Enjoy working in a fast-paced high energy office environment

• Proficient with PC-Based computer and software (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint)

• Professional appearance

• Positive attitude

• Great oral and verbal communication skills

• Exceptional time management, organizational skills and attention to detail

• Past employment history in executive office setting (e.g., Law firm, advertising, investment firm)

• Bachelors Degree preferred

In return for your excellent service, our client offers a comprehensive benefit package and retirement plan, paid parking.

Send resume in a Word format attachment to careers@harperjobs.com

• CORPORATE/PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO CEO- BIRMINGHAM

  Our client, a high profile entrepreneur with multiple businesses throughout the county, is seeking an ambitious, articulate, rising star with a keen business sense. This individual will shadow the Executive and carry out whatever tasks are needed, whenever they are needed. These varied responsibilities could include anything from coordinating travel (private aircraft), handling details to assist in the closure of a business transaction, arranging a last minute business dinner meeting or sporting event, running errands, etc. The Assistant must be completely flexible and enthusiastic about working long hours with an erratic schedule and must also be free to travel, often without advance notice. 24/7 availability is required. In return, this outstanding, full-time, one of a kind opportunity offers an exceptional salary, benefits and perks! Excellent computer skills are required, along with very good knowledge of the Detroit area and its resources. A tenacious, assertive, yet professional and friendly personality is essential for success in this unique role. The ideal candidate has had a few years of experience in the business world working for another high profile executive or perhaps on a political campaign. A Bachelor's degree from a well-respected university is required; MBA is a plus.

   

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• EXECUTIVE AND PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO CHIEF EXECUTIVE - $60,000-$70,000 - BIRMINGHAM AREA

Previous experience working in a very similar capacity for a high profile Chairman, CEO, COO or President is required.

Our client, a prominent Executive in the metro Detroit area, is seeking an exceptionally talented, polished Executive Assistant with a stellar background to handle personal and corporate business. Diverse responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, coordinating all details of the Executive's demanding daily schedule, planning all meetings and family and corporate events, both on and off site, along with making travel arrangements. The Executive Assistant will communicate and serve as a liaison with a wide variety of other individuals, including many top Executives. Must be an extremely flexible and detail-oriented professional willing to provide 24/7 support to the Principal and their spouse. Outstanding computer (MS Office including the ability to create Excel spreadsheets) and communication skills along with a very professional demeanor are absolutely essential for success in this role. Prior working knowledge of using an iPhone is required.

Excellent benefit package includes medical, dental, vision and 401K.

Send resume in a Word format attachment to ben@harperjobs.com

• EXECUTIVE AND PERSONAL ASSISTANTS
  Harper Associates conducts exclusive searches for many of the most prominent Presidents/CEOs, Chairmen and Vice Presidents in the metropolitan Detroit area. Although the employers, locations and requirements may vary, all of our clients seek only the most talented Administrative professionals, enthusiastic about going the extra mile to help them achieve success. Whether it’s handling the corporate aircraft schedule, party and event planning, organization of reports and analysis of projects, or coordinating personal estate matters, the prominent employers we represent are in search of flexible, self-starters with dynamic personalities and exceptional skill sets. All positions require a minimum of five years of experience supporting a top Executive, along with accompanying references. If you feel you meet these qualifications, please send your resume in confidence, so that we may consider you and possibly lead you to your next very desirable career opportunity.