Project Assistant

Description This exciting opportunity to work with a cutting-edge company is open to a Project Assistant who is ambitious and enjoys a challenge. The position is available from Robert Half. Are you an organized and proficient multitasker with a love for conducting research? Then this job may be for you! We are confident this role will be a career-booster for any candidate. We seek someone with the skills and abilities to succeed in this challenging career. The long-term contract / temporary to hire Project Assistant role will be based in Salinas, California.Responsibilities

Taking meeting minutes and keeping records of tasks and progress

Analyzing data, developing reports, prooing and editing documents, and preparing presentations

Assist project teams by providing administrative, technical and clerical support

Supporting Project Managers and maintaining project deliverable schedules by organizing team meetings and communication according to project specifications

Ensuring key partners receive project information

Conducting research online for information

Making travel arrangements and finding accommodations for training seminars, conferences and additional project-related events

Seeking further information to fill in gaps of incomplete documents Requirements - At least 3+ years of business/office experience

Demonstrated abilities with the Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Canva experience

Ability to multitask and meet deadlines

Demonstrated flexibility to adapt to changes in procedures and job assignments

Microsoft Project, JIRA, Mavenlink, and NetSuite experience is preferred

This position requires a high school diploma or its equivalent, though a BA/BS degree in business, communications, or related field is preferred

Attention to detail and demonstrated ability to follow standard procedures is a requirement

Knowledge of database and file management

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.© 2024 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) .