Administrative Assistant

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Basking Ridge, New Jersey

About this opportunity:

We are now looking for an Assistant to provide a high degree of administrative support and service to managers, unit leadership teams, and where applicable, to unit members. Assistants may in some cases take decisions on behalf of their manager and represent the unit if delegated. Further, contribute to and coordinate activities in different projects in the administrative area, act as expert for the administrative support systems whenever needed and authorize e.g., orders, invoices in line with authorization policies and routines. This individual will support and inform about Ericsson internal administrative processes, systems, and tools. The tasks performed can be on an ad-hoc basis. All above to optimize administrative efficiency, meet business needs and enable the line organization to focus on the core business.

What you will do:

• Provide comprehensive administrative support, including managing and structuring information appropriately.

• Contribute content compliant with the Ericsson Brand and ensure distribution.

• Act as an expert in our administrative systems, provide guidance on administrative tool usage, and handle any amendments to orders and invoices.

• Coordinate travel arrangements for personnel, ensuring adherence to corporate policies.

• Oversee entry and exit administration for employees and consultants.

• Provide leadership support in various aspects, including calendar and email management, meeting organization, document preparation, and cost control.

• Actively participate in team meetings and contribute new ideas to optimize administrative tasks.

• Ensure that administrative routines comply with directives and policies.

The skills you bring:

• At least 5 years of experience as an Administrative Assistant. Experience working in a large, international corporate environment a plus.

• Education is minimum for the role as entry level position with low experience and secondary school qualifications. Bachelor's degree is a plus.

• Familiar with handling arrangement of complex schedules, time management and logistics, across multiple time zones; global experience preferred.

• On a limited basis, the flexibility to communicate and complete tasks during non-traditional working hours.

• Self-driven professional with the ability to manage through ambiguity, and independently run activities with minimal supervision.

• Excellent problem-solving skills, with a strong focus on structure and execution

• Strong work ethic, high integrity, and the ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

• High degree of professionalism in dealing with diverse groups of people, including senior executives, staff, customers and community leaders

• Excellent communication skills.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Compensation and Benefits at Ericsson

At Ericsson, we know that our people are the key to our success. We offer a competitive package to help with your individual needs and goals.

Your Pay

The salary range for this position is listed below. The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate's combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience.

Basking Ridge, New Jesrey: $54,400.00 - $81,600.00

Your pay also includes the opportunity for an annual bonus. Actual bonus payouts are based on performance of the business against the unit's objectives, individual performance, and the individual bonus target. Certain eligibility and pro-ration rules apply.

Your Health

Ericsson offers excellent health benefits including the choice of 3 medical plan options, 2 of which are PPO plans requiring employee contributions to the cost of premiums, and a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with no premiums for employees and dependents. In addition, Ericsson offers free dental coverage, employee paid vision coverage, and other company paid physical wellness programs.

Your Financial Security

We invest in both your short and long-term financial wellbeing. Ericsson's 401(k) plan offers an automatic 3% company contribution and up to a 4% company match, leading to a maximum company contribution of 7% annually. Employees will also receive company paid basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage and paid company short-term and long-term disability benefits. Employees also have the option to participate in Ericsson's Stock Purchase Plan.

Your Time

Your work-life balance is important to us. New employees are provided up to 40 days of paid time off per year, including 15 days of accrued annual vacation, 3 personal days, 11 paid holidays, 10 sick days, and 1 volunteer day. Please note paid time off is pro-rated based on the employee's start date. Those with additional vacation time at the end of the year may sell one week of vacation, equal to a week of pay. Furthermore, Ericsson provides up to 16 weeks of maternity/medical leave, 6 weeks of paternity or adoption leave at 100% of pay, and medical leave at 100% or 66 2/3% of pay, based on length of service.

Additional Benefits

Ericsson offers many other company-paid benefits such as financial wellness programs, educational assistance, adoption assistance, matching gifts, and recognition programs.

What happens once you apply?

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We encourage you to consider applying to jobs where you might not meet all the criteria. We recognize that we all have transferrable skills, and we can support you with the skills that you need to develop.

Encouraging a diverse an inclusive organization is core to our values at Ericsson, that´s why we champion it in everything we do. We truly believe that by collaborating with people with different experiences we drive innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, learn more.

If you need assistance or to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Ericsson at hr.direct.mana@ericsson.com.

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for this position, and you may be required to perform additional job tasks as assigned.

Primary country and city: United States (US) || Basking Ridge (NJ)

Job details: Assistant

This role reports to the Head of Networks Operations Verizon (60218786)