Administrative & Operations Assistant
J.S. Held LLC · Solana Beach, CA · Yesterday
On-siteConsulting$80k–$110k/yrFull-time
Job Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary administrative resource for the executive team: Manage complex calendars, schedule internal and external meetings, and coordinate across multiple priorities.
- Arrange and book all business travel including flights, hotels, ground transportation, and detailed itineraries.
- Prepare, submit, and track expense reports and reimbursements.
- Handle personal administrative matters for senior executives including coordination of correspondence, scheduling, and document management.
- Screen and return calls on behalf of senior executives on an as-needed basis.
- Manage client gifting program and relationship outreach tracker to ensure timely and thoughtful touchpoints throughout the year.
- Lead preparation and facilitation of regular management meetings for the executive team.
- Prepare agendas, distribute materials in advance, and document action items and follow-ups.
- Track progress on open items and ensure leadership commitments are followed through.
- Serve as the operational memory of the leadership team — knowing where things stand and what needs attention.
- Lead the day-to-day operational and cultural life of the Solana Beach office:
- Manage vendor relationships, office supplies, and facilities needs.
- Coordinate weekly team lunches, office gatherings, and general office errands.
- Support onboarding of new team members and ensure they are set up for success from day one.
- Serve as the go-to resource for the broader team on operational and administrative questions.
- Contribute to a positive, cohesive, and high-energy office environment.
Qualifications
- 3–6 years of experience in an administrative, operations, or executive support role; professional services environment (consulting, financial services, law, or accounting) strongly preferred.
- Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to support multiple executives and manage competing priorities.
- Strong numerical aptitude — comfortable with financial data, KPIs, expense tracking, and billing concepts.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to draft polished correspondence and client-facing materials.
- High emotional intelligence and genuine interpersonal skills — this person is the connective tissue of a busy office.
- Proactive, resourceful, and comfortable operating with limited direction in a fast-paced environment.
- Willing and able to handle both high-level executive support and hands-on logistical tasks.
- Bachelor’s degree required; business, finance, communications, or related field preferred.