Administrative Associate
VanguardAbout the role
Support the mission. Empower the team. Grow your career.
At Vanguard, we’re on a mission—to stand for all investors, to treat them fairly, and to give them the best chance for investment success. And behind every successful team is someone who keeps the engine running: organized, proactive, and committed to excellence.
If you thrive in a collaborative environment, enjoy bringing clarity to fast‑moving work, and take pride in supporting others, this role is your opportunity to make an impact from day one.
As an Administrative Associate, you’re not just managing schedules—you’re creating the conditions for our leaders and teams to do their best work. Your support strengthens alignment, builds connection, and helps deliver exceptional results across the business.
What You’ll Do
Calendar & Scheduling
Manage calendars, coordinate meetings, align logistics, and make sure leaders have what they need to show up prepared.
Meeting Support
Organize agendas, assemble materials, take simple notes, and ensure follow‑ups are tracked and closed.
Team Coordination
Support team routines, events, onboarding, and communication flow across the group.
Document & Communication Support
Create and update basic documents, slides, and communications.
Manage distribution lists and ensure information moves clearly and timely.
Administrative Operations
Support travel bookings, expense reports, purchase requests, and general administrative tasks that maintain smooth operations.
Organizational Stewardship
Maintain shared files, team sites, reference materials, and act as a trusted point of continuity across the department.
What You Bring
Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail
Clear, professional written and verbal communication
Ability to prioritize in a fast‑moving environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and collaboration tools (Outlook, Teams, SharePoint)
Good judgment, confidentiality, and a proactive, team‑oriented approach
Why Vanguard
You’ll get to partner closely with leaders, build relationships across the business, and gain a holistic view of how teams work together to fulfill our mission. Internal descriptions note this role as a high‑visibility, high‑impact opportunity with exceptional networking potential and exposure to senior leadership.
You’ll be joining a team that values:
Purpose-driven work
Collaboration and trust
Continuous learning and development
A balanced, supportive work environment
Special Factors
Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.About Vanguard
At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.
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