Senior Administrative Assistant

$45,600 - $86,200/Yr

Unum - Atlanta, GA

Full-time - Entry Level

Atlanta, GA

5,001-10,000 employees

Insurance Carriers and Related Activities

About the position

The Administrative Assistant at Unum provides high-level administrative support to managers and their teams, ensuring efficient operations and effective communication within the organization. This role involves managing schedules, coordinating projects, and preparing reports, while also acting as a liaison between the manager and various stakeholders. The position is crucial for maintaining organizational flow and supporting the manager in various administrative tasks.

Responsibilities

• Proactively manage the manager's time, travel, and expenses.
• Act as a liaison/representative for the manager with the Board, customers, and others.
• Manage internal and external communications from and through the manager's office.
• Provide data and information in preparation for meetings and keep the manager apprised of business issues.
• Assemble reports containing data from several sources and create exhibits for presentations.
• Manage special projects as assigned, including coordinating projects and communications.
• Partner with the manager on annual budget planning and preparation, tracking, and forecasting review.
• Gather information to explain variances and issues, making recommendations for resolution.
• Authorize payments for various expenses for the department.
• Support the manager in performance management, compensation, and talent planning.

Requirements

• High school diploma or Associates/Bachelor's degree.
• 6+ years of administrative assistant experience.
• In-depth PC skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Excellent written/verbal communication skills.
• Ability to develop strong partnerships with all levels of internal management and staff.
• Strong customer service skills with high ethical standards.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
• High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive situations with diplomacy.
• Strong presentation and analytical ability to gather data and produce reports.
• Demonstrated project management abilities.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a corporate environment.
• Familiarity with SharePoint/database management.

Benefits

• Health, Vision, Dental insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability insurance
• Generous PTO including paid time to volunteer
• Up to 9.5% 401(k) employer contribution
• Mental health support
• Career advancement opportunities
• Student loan repayment options
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible work environments