Our client, an European Institution is looking for an Administrative Assistant who speaks English fluently and who has an intermediate level in French. This is a temporary contract and a full time position.

The candidate coordinates and provides administrative assistance for the missions of the bank.
He assists in the preparation and logistical planning for various events (e.g. Arts Committees, important meetings with stakeholders, conferences, symposia, etc).
The candidate manages mail/document distribution, diary scheduling and all other logistical requirements.
He assists in the accurate preparation, finalisation and distribution of letters, notes, complex reports, graphs, and presentations.
He provides editorial support in refining and controlling all outgoing documents in terms of language, grammar and content and/or ensures quality of documents requiring a Senior Manager’s signature and/or approval.
The candidate organises filing systems both electronic and on paper and ensures effective and accurate filing of all electronic and hard copy documents and other information for easy access and retrieval.
He distributes and circulates information, reports or status updates in order to keep others informed.
The candidate serves as a primary point of contact.
He provides general research support (using Internet and IT software if required).

The candidate has a secondary level education, complemented with a 2-year certification in a relevant field (e.g. secretarial studies, business administration).
He has at least 3 years relevant professional experience as an Administrative Assistant.
The candidate has excellent knowledge of standard MS Office Tools (Word, Excel, Powerpoint). Knowledge of database software (e.g. MS Access) and experience with blogging/wiki creation/internet writing will be considered as an asset.
He has experience with event organisation in a corporate setting will be considered as an asset.
The candidate has excellent knowledge of written and spoken English, good knowledge of French. #1299218