BXCI - Administrative Assistant - PCS

Blackstone is the world’s largest alternative asset manager. We seek to create positive economic impact and long-term value for our investors, the companies we invest in, and the communities in which we work. We do this by using extraordinary people and flexible capital to help companies solve problems. Our $1 trillion in assets under management include investment vehicles focused on private equity, real estate, public debt and equity, infrastructure, life sciences, growth equity, opportunistic, non-investment grade credit, real assets and secondary funds, all on a global basis. Further information is available at www.blackstone.com. Follow @blackstone on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram.
 

Business Unit: Credit & Insurance

Job Title: Administrative Assistant

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive administrative support to Blackstone Credit & Insurance PCS team, ensuring the smooth operation of daily activities. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, strong technical skills, and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion. This role requires a proactive and solution-oriented approach, as well as the ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with others.

Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support to the team, including calendar management, travel arrangements, expense reporting, and meeting coordination.

• Handle confidential and sensitive information with the utmost discretion and maintain a high level of integrity.

• Perform tasks with minimal supervision, taking personal initiative and demonstrating ownership.

• Adapt to changes in coverage model and collaborate with other assistants to ensure seamless support.

• Collaborate and partner with other administrative assistants to ensure team coverage and foster a positive work environment.

• Utilize strong technical skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and related software.

• Exhibit exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to juggle multiple responsibilities with accuracy.

• Manage time effectively, prioritize tasks, and switch between tasks quickly to adapt to changing business needs.

• Anticipate and proactively solve problems, demonstrating a proactive and solution-oriented approach.

• Communicate professionally with peers, senior management, and individuals at all organizational levels, both verbally and in writing.

• Foster connections, and maintain excellent phone manners.

• Work independently while seeking guidance when needed and collaborate with others to support team.

• Collaborate with global teams, understanding cultural and time zone differences.

• Maintain a positive attitude, be a team player, and exhibit a strong commitment to excellence.

Qualifications:

Blackstone seeks to hire individuals who work well in a team-driven working group, are highly motivated, intelligent, have sound judgment and have demonstrated excellence in prior endeavors. 

The successful candidate should have:

• 3+ years of administrative support experience, preferably in a dynamic environment or financial services industry.

• Proven track record of sound judgment, discretion, and integrity when managing responsibilities.

• Strong technical skills, including advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and related software.

• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact professionally with individuals at all organizational levels.

• Ability to work independently, take personal initiative, and demonstrate ownership of tasks.

• Proactive problem-solving skills and the ability to anticipate and address issues in a timely manner.

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with a diverse team.

• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work under tight deadlines.

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