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Company DescriptionSutherland is seeking an attentive and goal-oriented person to join us an Executive Assistant. We are a group of driven and hard-working individuals. If you are looking to build a fulfilling career and are confident you have the skills and experience to help us succeed, we want to work with you!Job DescriptionRequired Skill setsOrganizational and planning skillsStrong working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite of products with an advanced understanding of Word and OutlookSuperior written and oral communications skillsExcellent communication and written skillsInformation gathering and information monitoring skillsProblem analysis and problem-solving skillsJudgement and decision-making abilityInitiativeConfidentialityAttention to detail and accuracyFlexibility/ capable of working extra hours as necessaryMust have a high patience levelMission for the JobPrepare and edit correspondence, communications, presentations and other documentsFile and retrieve documents and reference materialsManage and maintain executives’ schedules, appointments and travel arrangementsArrange and coordinate meetings and eventsRecord, transcribe and distribute minutes of meetingsMonitor, respond to and distribute incoming communicationsAnswer and manage incoming callsReceive and interact with incoming visitorsLiaise with internal staff at all levelsInteract with externa l clientsCompetenciesFlexibility/AdaptabilityHigh Standards Listening SkillStrategic Thinking/Visioning TeamworkQualificationsUsually at least 3 years’ experience providing support at the executive levelProficient computer skills and in-depth knowledge of relevant software such as MS Office SuiteKnowledge of standard office administrative practices and proceduresBachelor’s degree an advantage