Office Assistant
13 days ago
Fairfield
Job DescriptionSalary: At Phillip Jeffries, we believe beautiful design begins with passion, integrity, and connection. What started in 1976 as a small family business with just ten grasscloths in a New Jersey garage has grown into a global luxury brand offering more than 1,000 wallcoverings to designers and architects around the world. Through decades of growth, our values remain the foundation of everything we do. We are committed to craftsmanship, creativity, and delivering exceptional experiences at every touchpoint. If youre inspired by thoughtful design, meaningful relationships, and being part of a team thats shaping extraordinary interiors, we invite you to apply for Office Assistant.This role reports to the Senior Executive Coordinator and is based at our Fairfield, NJ location, with working hours from Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM. What You Will Be Doing Guest Relations Our Office Assistant is the first impression of our brand. This role ensures every visitor is welcomed with grace, attentiveness, and seamless hospitality by: • Monitoring guest communications and anticipating upcoming visits or events, • Warmly greeting all guests with a polished, professional introduction, • Ensuring all visitors are properly documented and visibly identified for staff awareness, • Notifying internal teams of arrivals and assisting with meeting space preparation, • Maintaining an immaculate, inviting reception area that reflects our standards, • Providing clear directions to amenities and escorting guests upon departure, • Collaborating with internal teams to deliver a refined and effortless guest experience Workplace Experience As a key contributor to our workplace experience, this role supports Phillip Jeffries commitment to being the best in the business by ensuring our environment is impeccably maintained, thoughtfully stocked, and seamlessly run. Responsibilities include: • Partnering with the Senior Executive Coordinator and cleaning teams to uphold pristine shared spaces, • Managing inventory and procurement of kitchen, bathroom, and office supplies, • Performing daily upkeep of kitchen appliances, including the coffee machine, • Maintaining vendor relationships for supplies and rental equipment, • Monitoring building conditions and reporting issues promptly, • Serving as the on-site liaison for external vendors and inspections, • Sorting and distributing mail and deliveries with care, • Coordinating pickup logistics for New Jersey designers, • Ensuring conference rooms and shared workspaces remain tidy and welcoming, • Assisting NJ Showroom Staff with hospitality and supply needs Executive Support Responsibilities This role is a trusted extension of our leadership team, providing high-level support that reflects the precision, discretion, and excellence of the Phillip Jeffries brand. • Acting as backup support to the Senior Executive Coordinator, • Collaborating on event planning and executive initiatives, • Serving as a reliable and proactive partner to designated executives, • Managing complex calendars, coordinating meetings, and resolving scheduling conflicts, • Screening and responding to calls, Teams messages, and emails with discernment, • Preparing meeting materials, agendas, and presentations with polish and accuracy, • Coordinating seamless travel arrangements, including flights, accommodations, and logistics, • Tracking and reporting expenses with precision and timeliness, • Anticipating executive needs and delivering thoughtful, proactive solutions, • Building and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, • Supporting additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned What you Bring to the Table Were seeking a poised and highly capable professional who brings both expertise and elegance to the role. Ideal candidates will demonstrate: • A minimum of 5 years experience providing executive-level support with discretion and reliability, • At least 5 years experience overseeing office operations in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, • Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with a proactive approach to follow-through, • Outstanding written and verbal communication abilities, including attentive listening and thoughtful correspondence, • Proven success in building and managing relationships across all levels of an organization, • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), with confidence navigating digital tools, • A commitment to handling sensitive information with the utmost confidentiality and professionalism The Phillip Jeffries Experience At Phillip Jeffries, we believe exceptional work deserves exceptional care. Our commitment to creating a more beautiful world extends to how we support our team, offering thoughtfully designed benefits and meaningful perks that reflect our appreciation for your talent and time. Your Compensation Journey • Competitive hourly wage ranging from $24.00 to $26.50, based on your experience and technical expertise, • Annual bonus opportunity to reward your performance, • Cost of Living increases that honor your growth and commitment, • Comprehensive medical coverage with employee premiums as low as $40 per month, • Coverage options for spouse, domestic partner, civil union partner, and family, • Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) to offset medical expenses, • Prescription, dental, and vision coverage to support whole-person wellness, • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care, • Employee Assistance Program that supports your mental, financial, and physical well-being, • 16 paid personal days each year to relax, recharge, or travel, • Paid holidays including New Years Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Years Eve, • Additional paid time off during our annual company closure between Christmas and New Years, • Earn extra paid time off by completing your annual wellness physical, • Exclusive employee discount on Phillip Jeffries wallcoverings to elevate your home, • Access to Working Advantage with discounts on travel, entertainment, and everyday purchases Phillip Jeffries is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and equality in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.
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