Administrative Assistant

MWM Portland, Maine

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Job Description

Position Summary:
The Office Administrative Assistant provides general administrative and clerical support to ensure efficient operation of the office. This role involves a wide range of responsibilities including answering phones, recording meeting notes, sending out deliverable action items, maintaining files, and supporting managers staff with various administrative tasks. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, professional, and capable of handling multiple priorities. 

 

Key Responsibilities:

·         Answer, screen, and direct incoming phone calls and emails.

·         Maintain organized filing systems (physical and digital).

·         Scan and organize incoming mail.

·         Make routine bank deposit deliveries.

·         Complete administrative updates to portals/online tools, and tasks of operations.

·         Prepare and edit documents, reports, and correspondence as requested.

·         Order and maintain office supplies and coordinate service requests.

·         Assist with data entry, invoicing, and light bookkeeping tasks.

·         Support event coordination, travel arrangements, and internal communications.

·         Ensure office areas are tidy, stocked, and compliant with safety protocols.

·         Perform other administrative duties as assigned by leadership.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent (Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred).
  • 1–3 years of administrative or office support experience.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Google Workspace.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
  • Professional demeanor and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Physical Requirements:

  • Prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer.
  • Ability to lift up to 15–20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies or packages).