Administrative Assistant, Mumbai Office CrossBoundary Group About the Firm Founded in 2011, CrossBoundary is a mission-driven investment firm committed to unlocking the power of capital to make a substantial return while creating a lasting difference in underserved markets. CrossBoundary provides investment advisory services, having developed a specialized expertise in unleashing investment across all sectors in fragile and emerging markets. Our advisory clients include governments, development finance institutions, private equity firms, Fortune 100 companies, and research institutions. Learn more at www.crossboundary.com. Job Description CrossBoundary is recruiting an Administrative Assistant for its Mumbai office. We are currently looking for an Administrative Assistant to facilitate the efficient operations of the Mumbai office by performing a variety of administrative, clerical, and reporting tasks. The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem solver with excellent communication skills and attention to detail. We are looking for a candidate with previous experience working in an office environment, performing administrative duties, coordinating financial activities, and providing support to the team. Who We Are The CrossBoundary team is a unique group made up of people who are genuinely excited by the opportunity to make a difference in some of the most challenging yet exciting markets in the world. Team members come from diverse backgrounds but share several qualities: curiosity, humility, integrity, a drive for excellence, and a bias for action. Who You Are
Proven administrative experience
Superb written and verbal communication skills
Strong time-management skills and multitasking ability
Excellent customer service skills required
Aptitude for learning new software and systems
Primary Responsibilities General Administration
Greet visitors and point them in the right direction, answer inquiries, and create a welcoming environment
Performing a range of staff and/or operational support activities; may serve as a liaison with other departments on basic administrative and/or operational matters.
Arrange meetings and conferences, schedule interviews and appointments, and perform other duties related to maintaining one or more individual schedules.
Make travel and lodging arrangements, either directly or through travel agencies.
Managing office rent matters and and assisting in the identification of potential new office spaces.
Carry out other administrative tasks such as filing, copying, binding, scanning,
Ordering, stocking, and distributing office supplies.
Organize all shipments and distribution routes to ensure timely deliveries (e.g., swag items, team care packages, etc.)
Assist in organizing and supervise other office activities (e.g., event planning, team lunches, etc.)
Ensure seamless office equipment operations by completing preventive maintenance requirements, calling for repairs, maintaining equipment inventories, evaluating new equipment, etc.