Junior Office Administrator

MDS Staffing; New York (NY); On-site; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid benefits

PTO & holidays

Job summary

MDS Staffing is seeking a polished Junior Office Administrator for our client’s New York office in Midtown Manhattan. The role supports the office manager, assists senior leadership, and ensures a high-performing workplace environment with occasional Stamford travel.

Required are 5+ years in financial services or similar, a college degree, and strong MS Office skills. The position emphasizes confidentiality, organization, and professional client service in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of administrative or office experience in financial services.
• College degree.
• Familiarity with office management software and document management systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional demeanor and strong customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Answer and direct incoming phone calls and greet clients and visitors professionally.
• Schedule meetings, maintain executive and team calendars, and coordinate conference room bookings.
• Prepare, organize, and file financial documents, reports, and correspondence.
• Perform data entry and maintain accurate electronic and paper records.
• Process incoming and outgoing mail, packages, and courier services.
• Order and maintain office supplies and coordinate with vendors.
• Assist with preparing presentations, reports, and meeting materials.
• Coordinate travel arrangements and expense reports for staff.
• Ensure office equipment is functioning properly and arrange maintenance if needed.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive financial and client information.
• General administrative support to executives, financial advisors, and office staff.

Skills

Financial services

Client facing

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

College degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our client is a highly regarded, $3B AUM investment firm deploying capital across the capital structure of real estate and asset-intensive businesses. The firm operates with a disciplined, institutional approach and maintains a lean, high-performing team.

They are seeking a polished and experienced Junior Office Administrator to assist with the day-to-day operations of their New York office. This individual will report to the office manager and assist in maintaining an exceptional workplace environment while providing seamless support to senior leadership. The position is based in Midtown Manhattan (4 days in-office), with occasional travel to the firm’s Stamford, CT office.

Key Responsibilities

• Answer and direct incoming phone calls and greet clients and visitors professionally.
• Schedule meetings, maintain executive and team calendars, and coordinate conference room bookings.
• Prepare, organize, and file financial documents, reports, and correspondence.
• Perform data entry and maintain accurate electronic and paper records.
• Process incoming and outgoing mail, packages, and courier services.
• Order and maintain office supplies and coordinate with vendors.
• Assist with preparing presentations, reports, and meeting materials.
• Coordinate travel arrangements and expense reports for staff.
• Ensure office equipment is functioning properly and arrange maintenance if needed.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive financial and client information.
• General administrative support to executives, financial advisors, and office staff.

Required Qualifications

• College degree.
• 5+ years of administrative or office experience in financial services or similar
• Past experience in financial services, banking, or corporate office environment.
• Familiarity with office management software and document management systems.
• Basic knowledge of financial industry terminology and business practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional demeanor and strong customer service skills.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary is between $135,000 - $165,000 plus bonus
• Fully employer-paid benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401(k))
• 20 days PTO + 10 paid holidays