Project Assistant

Talent Spring Group; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent Spring Group is seeking a Project Assistant for an office-based, permanent role in Baton Rouge. You will support coordinating schedules, preparing status briefs, and maintaining project documentation to ensure timely delivery.

The role emphasizes strong communication, organization, and the ability to adapt to shifting priorities while working closely with the team to meet deadlines and deliverables.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities for coordinating multiple tasks.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Comfortable using email platforms, spreadsheets, and presentation software.
• Interest in project coordination, logistics, or operational planning.
• Ability to handle deadlines and adjust to shifting priorities smoothly.
• Collaborative attitude and willingness to learn new systems.
• Previous experience in project coordination, administration, customer service, operations, or office support is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist with coordinating project schedules, milestones, and operational activities.
• Prepare presentations, status decks, and supporting project documentation.
• Research resource options, industry standards, and project requirements.
• Help organize operational timelines, delivery deadlines, and task allocations.
• Draft and proofread project updates, notifications, and administrative summaries.
• Support the preparation of status reports, task boards, and workflow records.
• Maintain project calendars, contact lists, operational logs, and digital files.
• Gather information to support project reports and executive updates.
• Coordinate with colleagues to collect deliverables and meet project deadlines.
• Help prepare team syncs, briefing sessions, and progress presentations.
• Track outstanding tasks and follow up on approvals or missing project assets.
• Provide administrative support for ongoing business and operational projects.

Skills

Strong communication

Organization

Time management

Attention to detail

Proficient with email platforms

Spreadsheets

Presentation software

Learning mindset

Tools

Email platforms

Spreadsheets

Presentation software

Job description

Office-based | Permanent position

Help Turn Operational Plans Into Action.

You will work across different assignments, from auditing project schedules and preparing status briefs to tracking deadlines and maintaining project archives. This is an opportunity to build practical experience while contributing to a team that values communication, organization, and efficient delivery.

Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Assist with coordinating project schedules, milestones, and operational activities.
• Prepare presentations, status decks, and supporting project documentation.
• Research resource options, industry standards, and project requirements.
• Help organize operational timelines, delivery deadlines, and task allocations.
• Draft and proofread project updates, notifications, and administrative summaries.
• Support the preparation of status reports, task boards, and workflow records.
• Maintain project calendars, contact lists, operational logs, and digital files.
• Gather information to support project reports and executive updates.
• Coordinate with colleagues to collect deliverables and meet project deadlines.
• Help prepare team syncs, briefing sessions, and progress presentations.
• Track outstanding tasks and follow up on approvals or missing project assets.
• Provide administrative support for ongoing business and operational projects.

What You Will Bring to the Team

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid organization and disciplined time management.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Comfortable using email platforms, spreadsheets, and presentation software.
• Interest in project coordination, logistics, or operational planning.
• Ability to handle deadlines and adjust to shifting priorities smoothly.
• A collaborative attitude and strong willingness to learn new systems.
• Previous experience in project coordination, administration, customer service, operations, or office support is beneficial.

The Details

• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm
• Employment: Full-time, permanent
• Work setting: Office-based
• Compensation: Competitive pay based on experience
• Development: Opportunities to develop advanced project management and leadership skills

If you are looking for a Project Assistant job in Baton Rouge, LA where you can contribute to projects, develop practical skills, and learn how business initiatives move from planning to execution, submit your current resume for consideration.

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