Executive Assistant

Responsibilities

• Provide complex administrative and professional support to the Vice President of Student Affairs and the Assistant Vice President of Campus Life
• Manage extensive calendar scheduling, business operations, and workflow for divisional leadership
• Prepare analysis, reports, and presentation materials for the Board of Trustees and other stakeholders
• Compose and edit divisional correspondence, including the design and distribution of a bimonthly newsletter
• Coordinate highly visible meetings and events, acting as a liaison with internal departments
• Manage department budgets, monitor expenses, prepare expense reports, and create long-term financial forecasts
• Maintain electronic filing systems and manage divisional email accounts
• Supervise student, temporary, or administrative workers as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree plus 3+ years of progressively responsible executive support experience OR an Associate's degree plus 5-7 years of experience
• Advanced mastery of MS Office
• Experience with enterprise-wide systems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with poise and diplomacy
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines under pressure

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Workday Finance and HR Management
• Proficiency with video conferencing platforms such as Zoom or Microsoft Teams
• Previous experience in communications or social media management

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and robust benefits package
• Career development opportunities
• Generous paid time off
• Workplace flexibility and a positive, engaging employee experience
• Tuition remission opportunities

About the Company

Bentley University is dedicated to educating creative, ethical, and socially responsible students who become organizational leaders. We foster an inspiring, compassionate, and diverse community that values different perspectives as a strength. Bentley is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the global business community.