Administrative Assistant

Warren-Whitney; Glen Allen (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

2nd Order Solutions (2OS) is seeking an Administrative Assistant / Office Manager on a six-month contract in our Richmond office to cover family leave. You will provide high-level administrative support to our partners, manage calendars and travel, coordinate company events, and keep our operations running smoothly.

You will help with office operations across Richmond and Arlington, plan monthly events, and maintain a connected, collaborative culture during the contract period.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as an Administrative Assistant or office manager.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Exceptional organization and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to anticipate needs, solve problems, and adapt quickly
• A self-starter with a team-first mindset

Responsibilities

• Partner Support: Manage calendars, travel, research, and proactive communication.
• People Support: Assist leadership, plan offsites, and organize team events.
• Systems & Administration: Oversee Richmond and Arlington office operations, supplies, and vendor coordination.

Skills

MS Office

Calendar management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Team player

Job description

2nd Order Solutions (2OS)

2OS is a boutique consulting firm that provides outstanding results in the credit and risk industry to clients all over the world. We have offices in Arlington and Richmond, and we offer a casual office environment.

The Role

Administrative Assistant / Office Manager: Contract role (December 1, 2026 to May 31, 2027)

We're looking for a highly organized and proactive Administrative Assistant on a contract basis to join our Richmond office for six (6) months while our current Administrative Assistant is on family leave. In this significant role, you'll provide high-level administrative support to our partners. You'll play a key part in keeping our operations running smoothly and our people connected - from managing busy schedules to orchestrating company events.

What You'll Do

• Partner Support: Deliver top-tier administrative support to our two partners by:
  • Managing complex calendars and prioritizing high-impact meetings
  • Coordinating domestic and international travel, including client and conference logistics
  • Conducting research on clients, markets, or travel needs as requested
  • Communicating effectively and proactively
• People Support:
  • Assist the Chief People Officer and Leadership Team with meeting coordination and ad hoc projects
  • Lead planning and logistics for company-wide offsites (2–3 per year) - from scheduling and communications to catering, lodging, and team swag
  • Organize monthly team events, happy hours, lunches, and birthday celebrations to keep our culture strong
• Systems & Administration:
  • Manage office operations across Richmond and Arlington, including supplies, seasonal decorations, meals, property manager liaison and vendor coordination

Basic Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as an Administrative Assistant or office manager
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Exceptional organization and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to anticipate needs, solve problems, and adapt quickly
• A self-starter with a team-first mindset

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of Administrative Assistant experience
• Background in a client-focused or professional services environment