Administrative Assistant

Sedgwick; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Sedgwick is hiring an Administrative Assistant in Naperville, IL. This role provides essential office support, prepares correspondence and reports, files documents, and assists with travel arrangements and supply management.

You will work with a team to ensure accurate records and timely communications. The position requires a high school diploma and about one year of related experience, with preference given to candidates familiar with the insurance sector.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of general office administrative experience required; insurance industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Produces correspondence, reports, and other documentation; files documents and maintains records.
• Provides back-up telephone support.
• Processes invoices and billings; maintains records.
• Maintains attendance records, library or manuals.
• Records meeting minutes.
• Makes travel arrangements.
• Maintains supply inventory; orders supplies as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned and supports quality programs.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Analytical abilities

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

By joining Sedgwick, you'll be part of something truly meaningful. It’s what our 33,000 colleagues do every day for people around the world who are facing the unexpected. We invite you to grow your career with us, experience our caring culture, and enjoy work-life balance. Here, there’s no limit to what you can achieve.

Newsweek Recognizes Sedgwick as America’s Greatest Workplaces National Top Companies

Certified as a Great Place to Work®

Fortune Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance

Administrative Assistant

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

To provide administrative support including preparing correspondence and reports, filing, and other general office support activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS And RESPONSIBILITIES

• Produces correspondence, reports, and other documentation; files documents, maintains and tracks suspense file, photocopies, sends and receives facsimile transmissions, etc.
• Provides back-up telephone support.
• Processes invoices and billings; maintains records.
• Maintains unit attendance records, library and/or manuals.
• Records meeting minutes.
• Makes travel arrangements.
• Maintains adequate supply inventory; orders supplies as needed.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS And RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Supports the organization's quality program(s).

Qualifications

Education & Licensing

High school diploma or GED required.

Experience

One (1) year of experience in general office administrative duties or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Experience with an insurance company, broker or consultant preferred.

Skills & Knowledge

• Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills
• PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
• Analytical and interpretive skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies

WORK ENVIRONMENT

When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines

Physical: Computer keyboarding, travel as required

Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision and talking

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

As required by law, Sedgwick provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in jurisdictions requiring pay transparency in job postings. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and cost of specific location. For the jurisdiction noted in this job posting only, the range of starting pay for this role is ($19-20 hourly).

Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.