Administrative Assistant

Aston Carter; Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short/Long-term disability

Health Spending Account

PTO / Vacation

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking an Administrative Assistant for an onsite role in Norwalk, CT. The position supports day-to-day office operations with data entry, document management, and responds to emails for internal and external stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and typing skills, experience with Microsoft Office, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. This contract role offers a stable schedule Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM.

Qualifications

• Previous administrative, office support, clerical, or data entry experience preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Strong typing, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to conduct basic research and work independently
• Customer service experience is a plus
• High attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate data entry and maintain records and documentation
• Research information and update internal systems as needed
• Prepare, organize, scan, and file documents
• Respond to emails and provide support to internal and external stakeholders
• Assist with administrative projects and general office tasks
• Prioritize multiple assignments and adapt to changing business needs
• Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail

Skills

Data entry

Organizational skills

Typing

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

Administrative Assistant

Location: Norwalk, CT

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Onsite)

We are seeking a detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to provide day-to-day administrative support in a fast-paced office environment. This role is ideal for someone with strong organizational skills, data entry experience, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. Recent graduates with strong administrative abilities are also encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate data entry and maintain records and documentation

• Research information and update internal systems as needed

• Prepare, organize, scan, and file documents

• Respond to emails and provide support to internal and external stakeholders

• Assist with administrative projects and general office tasks

• Prioritize multiple assignments and adapt to changing business needs

• Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail

Qualifications

• Previous administrative, office support, clerical, or data entry experience preferred

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel

• Strong typing, organizational, and communication skills

• Ability to conduct basic research and work independently

• Customer service experience is a plus

• High attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities

This is an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to multiple business functions while supporting a collaborative and professional office environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Norwalk, CT.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Norwalk,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 10, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] ([e-mail]) for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.