The next part of your journey is right around the corner — with The Standard.

A genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of others is the foundation for everything we do. With a customer-first mindset and an intentional focus on building strong teams, we’ve been able to uphold our legacy of financial stability while investing in new, innovative technologies that support the needs of our customers. Our high-performance culture focused on operational excellence thrives thanks to remarkable people united by compassion and a customer-first commitment. Are you ready to make a difference?

Job Summary

This role provides analytical and specialized administrative support for one or more managers, with a strong focus on project management, data analysis, and operational coordination. The successful candidate will own complex administrative tasks and initiatives, often operating with high autonomy and discretion. Responsibilities include tracking budgets, managing timelines, coordinating interdepartmental communication, and producing high-impact reports and materials. The role involves leadership-level judgment and subject matter guidance for junior team members.

• Lead complex projects and manage administrative functions across departments
• Handle sensitive data, prepare reports, and conduct deep-dive analysis
• Oversee budgeting and cost allocation processes
• Create polished communications and presentation materials
• Coordinate special events, manage travel, and maintain schedules

Ability to work on-site in Portland, OR at least once per month is a requirement of the role.

Skills and Background You’ll Need

EDUCATION

• High school diploma or equivalent (minimum requirement)

EXPERIENCE
Must-haves:

• 4–6 years of advanced administrative experience
• Strong proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects with autonomy
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills
• Comfortable working with confidential materials and solving ambiguous problems

Preferred:

• Experience guiding or mentoring administrative staff
• Familiarity with departmental budget coordination and cost tracking
• Hybrid work flexibility with ability to travel to Portland monthly

Key Behaviors of a Successful Candidate

• Integrity: Exercises sound judgment and discretion with confidential information
• Initiative: Takes ownership of projects with minimal direction
• Adaptability: Thrives in a dynamic, multi-tasking environment

Why Join The Standard?

We have built an enduring legacy of stability, financial strength and exceptional customer service through the contributions of the service-oriented people who choose to work at The Standard. To ensure we can attract and retain the best talent, when you join The Standard you can expect:

• A rich benefits package including medical, dental, vision and a 401(k) plan with matching company contributions

• An annual incentive bonus plan

• Generous paid time off including 11 holidays, 2 wellness days, and 8 volunteer hours annually — PTO increases with tenure

• A supportive, responsive management approach and opportunities for career growth and advancement 

• Paid parental leave and adoption/surrogacy assistance

• An employee giving program that double matches your donations to eligible nonprofits and schools

In addition to the competitive salary range below, our employee-focused benefits support work-life balance. Learn more about working at The Standard.

• Eligibility to participate in an incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program and plan. Any award depends on a variety of factors including individual and organizational performance.

Salary Range:

25.00 - 33.29

Positions will be posted for at least 5 days from original posting date.

Standard Insurance Company, The Standard Life Insurance Company of New York, Standard Retirement Services, Inc., StanCorp Mortgage Investors, LLC, StanCorp Investment Advisers, Inc., and American Heritage Life Insurance Company and American Heritage Service Company, marketed as The Standard, are Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, gende