Sr Administrative Assistant

Sedgwick; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sedgwick is seeking a Sr Administrative Assistant in Houston to provide comprehensive administrative support, diary management, and document handling. The role involves preparing correspondence, reports, and maintaining records, with a focus on accuracy and efficiency in a busy office environment.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, at least two years of general office experience, and strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and PC literacy.
• Analytical and interpretive abilities.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good interpersonal skills and teamwork ability.

Responsibilities

• Produces correspondence, reports, and other documentation in final form.
• Provides back-up telephone support.
• Processes invoices and billings; maintains records.
• Maintains attendance records; library/materials.
• Records meeting minutes.
• Makes travel arrangements.
• Maintains supply inventory; orders supplies as needed.
• Researches various topics as needed.

Skills

Oral and written communication

MS Office proficiency

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Performance qualities

Education

High school diploma or GED

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

Sr 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 in final form; 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.
• Researches a variety of topics 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

Two (2) years 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.

any time.

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.