Administrative Assistant

Description We are seeking an Administrative Assistant for a long-term contract employment opportunity in Princeton, New Jersey. The successful candidate will be responsible for a range of tasks including handling inbound and outbound calls, managing calendars, coordinating events, and making travel arrangements. Responsibilities: - Handle inbound and outbound calls efficiently, ensuring clear and effective communication. - Carry out data entry tasks with precision, updating and maintaining records. - Manage email correspondence, responding promptly and professionally to all queries and requests. - Utilize Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word to perform various administrative tasks. - Oversee calendar management, scheduling meetings and appointments as necessary. - Coordinate events, ensuring all aspects are organized and run smoothly. - Handle travel arrangements, booking flights and accommodations as required. Requirements - Demonstrated experience in answering inbound calls with a detail-oriented approach. - Proficiency in data entry with a keen attention to detail. - Ability to handle email correspondence in a timely and effective manner. - Experience with both inbound and outbound calls, ensuring clear and effective communication. - Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting. - Proficiency in using Microsoft Outlook for email, calendar management, and scheduling. - Experience in creating presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint. - Proficient in drafting documents and correspondence using Microsoft Word. - Proven experience in managing multiple calendars and scheduling appointments. - Experience in coordinating events, including logistics, invitations, and follow-ups. - Ability to handle travel arrangements, including booking flights, hotels, and transportation. TalentMatch® Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .