Partner Administrative Assistant

Description:

The Client Administration function is a vital part of the firm's Business Enablement Services and is focused on achieving client service excellence by delivering timely, high quality products, and encouraging an environment that increases both the staff and client experience.

KPMG is looking for an Administrative Assistant who can provide support on a range of activities to ensure a high-quality product.

**The role of Partner Administrative Assistant is deemed to be an essential service and is required to be performed in office.

What you will do
 

• Provide administrative support to partners, senior managers, managers and client service teams.
• Adhere to risk management and branding in compliance with National guidelines ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Coordinate, prepare, edit and/or proofread documents such as correspondence, presentations, and reports using various software.
• Proactive and independent management of partners' calendar and contact database in order to maximize best use of the partners' time.
• Coordinate travel arrangements
• Coordinate meetings, conference calls, video conferences, live meetings, and organize required materials.
• Assist in the proposal process as required, working with the proposal team and proposal coordinator.
• Assist in the preparation and submission of time and expense reports for the partner(s) supported.

• Receptionist duties as assigned

• Other duties as assigned by the Partner and not limited to the above.

At times, business needs arise and employees are required and agree to work beyond their normal work day or work week to fulfill the accountabilities required for their job. Likewise, people need time to devote to personal matters, and our approach to flexibility provides for this.

What you bring to the role

 

• Advanced skills with MS Office and Adobe products. In particular, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Acrobat.
• Proficiency to quickly learn proprietary software.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong project management skills.
• Good judgment and analytical skills with a focus on attention to detail.
• Capable of working independently and take ownership of tasks.
• Ability to quickly and smoothly adapt to changing client demands.
• Minimum 5 years administration experience.
• College diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience with an administrative assistant skill set.