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Brown Advisory

Executive Assistant

Brown Advisory, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276


Company Overview

Every firm has a culture – the values, beliefs, methodology, attitudes and standards that reflect an organization’s DNA. But the truly inspiring firms – the game-changers, the industry leaders and the disruptors – have cultures that propel them to innovate and stand out. At Brown Advisory, we aim to be one of those inspired firms. Over the years, we have purposefully built and nurtured our client-first culture.

Brown Advisory is an independent investment management and strategic advisory firm committed to delivering a combination of first-class performance, strategic advice and the highest level of client service with offices in Austin, Baltimore, Boston, Delaware, Frankfurt, London, Nashville, New York, North Carolina, San Francisco, Singapore, Southern California, Tokyo, Virginia and Washington, D.C. The firm’s institutional and private clients are based in 50 states and more than 44 countries and territories and are served by over 850 colleagues worldwide, all of whom are equity owners of the firm.

Position Summary

Brown Advisory is currently seeking a professional, energetic and self-motivated Executive Assistant to support several executives in our Baltimore office. Candidates must possess the professional maturity to handle confidential and delicate issues and internal matters.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Have a positive attitude and the desire to provide impeccable support to Brown Advisory team members. You will regularly interact with team members within and outside the firm, providing high levels of customer service. You have an ability to communicate directly, concisely and with a balanced tone, on paper and verbally, formally and informally.Be organized, thorough and accurate. You will have strong organizational skills allowing you to manage multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.Be adaptable and ambitious. You will enthusiastically take on other assignments as needed to support your team.Be proactive. You are eager to contribute and learn, ask lots of questions, and provide solutions before we even know there are issues. You are excited about making ongoing process improvements.Work independently and follow tasks through to completion, meeting commitments, and proactively seeking guidance as necessary.

Additional Responsibilities:

Coordinate executive communications, including taking calls, responding to e-mails and interfacing with vendors, clients and other firm leaders.Proactively assist and anticipate the needs of the executives you support.Act as gatekeeper to help prioritize outcomes and eliminate distractions.Prepare internal and external corporate documents for team members.Schedule meetings and appointments and manage travel itineraries.Prepare meeting rooms, establish conference calls, and prepare technology for presentations and communication.Create and edit PowerPoint presentations/Excel spreadsheets, etc.Establish effective working relationships with colleagues and external contacts.Assist with research on special projects as assigned.Uphold a strict level of confidentiality.

Desired Qualifications:

Minimum of 2+ years of experience as an Executive Assistant reporting directly to senior management.Bachelor’s degree preferred.Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint, with an ability to become familiar with firm-specific programs and software.Superior written and oral communication skills.Illustrates tact, discretion, and good judgment in handling sensitive and confidential information.Ability to work in an office location.

Benefits:

At Brown Advisory we offer a competitive compensation package, including full benefits:MedicalDentalVisionWellness program participation incentiveFinancial wellness programGym membership discountsFitness event fee reimbursementCorporate gym membership discountsColleague Assistance ProgramTelemedicine Program (for those enrolled in Medical)Adoption BenefitsDaycare late pick-up fee reimbursementBasic Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment InsuranceVoluntary Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment InsuranceShort Term DisabilityPaid parental leaveGroup Long Term DisabilityPet Insurance401(k) (50% employer match up to IRS limit, 4 year vesting)

Brown Advisory is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.#J-18808-Ljbffr