Administrative Assistant
Administrative Assistant – Houston, TX
About the Role
Our client is seeking a proactive and highly organized Administrative Assistant to join their Houston office on a three-month contract basis. This role is ideal for an early-career professional with 0–5 years of experience who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to provide essential support to a dynamic team. You will perform diversified and confidential administrative and clerical duties, applying broad knowledge of organizational policies and practices.
In this position, you will act as a key liaison among departments, handling requests independently and determining the appropriate course of action. The role demands outstanding written and verbal communication skills, a deadline-oriented mindset, and the ability to exercise confidentiality, tact, and reliability at all times.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage complex Outlook functions, including email correspondence and calendar scheduling for team members.
- Coordinate and schedule appointments, meetings, and conferences, determining all related administrative needs.
- Take independent action on incoming requests, intervene where necessary, and serve as a liaison between departments.
- Oversee office logistics such as supply orders, badge and security requests, and daily parking ticket validation.
- Gather, organize, and present information to support team projects and decision-making.
- Utilize Microsoft Office tools—Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook—to create documents, reports, and presentations.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues in a fast-paced, dynamic setting with minimal supervision.
Required Qualifications
- 1+ years of administrative or clerical experience in a professional office environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines with minimal direction.
- Strong teamwork orientation and self-motivation.
- High level of discretion, confidentiality, and reliability.
Preferred Skills
While not required, experience supporting conference or event coordination and familiarity with security or parking management processes are considered a plus.
Why Join Us
This contract assignment offers a competitive hourly rate, with a standard 8-to-5 shift and a 40-hour workweek. You will gain valuable experience within a respected organization, working onsite at a professional Houston location. Our client values proactive contributors and provides a collaborative atmosphere where your organizational skills will make a direct impact.
Apply Today
If you are a detail-oriented administrative professional ready to contribute immediately, we encourage you to apply. This is an excellent opportunity to expand your skills and make a meaningful difference in a short-term, high-impact role.