The final salary or hourly wage, as applicable, paid to each candidate/applicant for this position is ultimately dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s/applicant’s qualifications, skills, and level of experience as well as the geographical location of the position.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship not available.

Our client is seeking an Executive Assistant in New York\ Hybrid.

Role Description

The Role

This full-time position is responsible for providing administrative support the SVP Chief USB Data Officer, VP D&A Disability and Life, and VP D&A Dental and Vision for the MetLife Data & Analytics organization. Position requires excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, flexibility and good judgement. This individual must be able to work independently with minimal supervision and demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written. The individual is expected to maintain confidentiality and exhibit a high level of discretion and professionalism.

• Manage Microsoft Outlook calendar, inbox, and key contacts.
• Schedule and coordinate meetings / conference calls; prepare related materials / correspondence; print materials.
• Manage travel, expense reports, catering, meeting/events, distribution lists, etc.
• Respond to inquiries for information and provide follow-up on requests to ensure resolution.
• Handle confidential/sensitive information.
• Proactively prepare leaders for meetings, anticipating needs of the team on a daily basis.
• Prioritize and manage multiple assignments, following through on issues promptly and effectively.
• Provide other general administrative assistance and project support as needed.

Skills & Requirements

• 5-7+ years working as an Administrative Assistant or similar capacity.
• Ability to manage own performance independently and effectively, exhibiting excellent time management, strong organization and detail orientation.
• Able to maintain confidentiality and display high degree of integrity and judgement.
• Proficient/fluent in Microsoft Office programs.
• Highly professional in presence and communication skills (oral and written).

Benefits/Other Compensation

This position is a contract/temporary role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, 401K and Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit).

Why Hays?

You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there’s a position you really want, you’re fully prepared to get it.

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Hays is committed to building a thriving culture of diversity that embraces people with different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better we serve our candidates, clients, and employees. We are an equal employment opportunity employer, and we comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, HIV-positive status, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. One of Hays’ guiding principles is ‘do the right thing’.
We also believe that actions speak louder than words.
In that regard, we train our staff on ensuring inclusivity throughout the entire recruitment process and counsel our clients on these principles. If you have any questions about Hays or any of our processes, please contact us.

In accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law protecting qualified individuals with known disabilities, Hays will attempt to reasonably accommodate those individuals unless doing so would create an undue hardship on the company. Any qualified applicant or consultant with a disability who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should call or text 813.336.5570.

Drug testing may be required; please contact a recruiter for more information.

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