Jobs in Summit, NJ

About the role

Administrative Assistants (AA) provide comprehensive, timely and accurate administrative support to experienced Consulting team staff such as Principals (P) and Project Leaders (PL). On occasion, an AA may support one or more Partners and provide broader case team support. AAs collaborate with all relevant parties to deliver seamless service to clients and case teams, ensuring we are seen as "one team". AAs are expected to grow throughout their careers, building and improving their skills to match the evolving needs of BCG and our clients. With time, an AA will think beyond administrative tasks to gain a deeper and more proactive ownership of PL/Ps' client and  responsibilities. AAs are an essential part of the office and BCG fabric. AAs actively participate in office life, are flexible and willing to help fellow Business Services Team (BST) members, and collaborate across functions.

What you'll bring

• Bachelors degree, secretarial school degree, or equivalent
• Minimum 2-4 years administrative support experience
• Proficient computer skills: Windows XP, Office 2007 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• High customer service orientation – strong interpersonal and communication skills, wants to deliver great results at all times
• Sweats the small stuff – meticulous attention to detail and accuracy, particularly when under pressure
• Organized – has clear systems and composure to deal with multiple tasks at once and ensure everything gets done in a timely manner
• Relationship-oriented – able to develop effective working relationships with P/PLs, clients, and wider BST
• Flexible – must be able to perform successfully in a fast-paced environment
• doesn't get frustrated by priorities changing
• Team player – always willing to put the work in, will go above and beyond in order to get the job done
• Curious and creative – willing to ask questions, enjoys solving problems
• Trustworthy -- exercises judgment in managing confidential/sensitive information  and client alike