About Working at Commerce
Building a career here is more than just steps on a ladder. It's about helping people find financial safety and success, helping businesses thrive, and making sure people and their money are taken care of. And our commitment doesn't stop there. Our culture is about our people, the ones in our communities and the ones that work with us.
Here, you'll find opportunities to grow and learn, to connect with others, and build relationships with the people around you. You'll have the space and resources to grow into the best version of yourself. Because our number one investment is you.
Creating an award-winning culture doesn't come easy. And after 160 years, we know Commerce Bank is only at its best when our people are. If this sounds interesting to you, keep reading and let's talk.
Compensation Range
Hourly: $26.25 - $30.75 (Amount based on relevant experience, skills, and competencies.)
About This Job
Commerce Trust Company is looking for an organized, dynamic and service focused individual for our Wealth Management Administrative Assistant role. Commerce Trust, a division of Commerce Bank, is ranked among the top 25 investment advisors in the U.S. with over $75 billion in client assets. Commerce Trust concentrates on serving individuals, families, business owners and institutions investment management needs through a combination of world class capabilities and resources, objective advice, customized solutions and unparalleled service.
This is a dynamic and fast paced environment in a high growth area. This position will provide administrative support to a member of the executive management team within Commerce Trust as well as assisting others on the leadership team.
Essential Functions
Compose correspondence of a highly confidential and complex nature; use a high level of tact & integrity due to frequent senior level contacts; exercise considerable independent judgment
Provide indirect supervision to lower level clerical employees and/or act as a lead to lower level clerical employees on projects
Prepare pre-call agendas for meetings including presentations and compilation of necessary information
Perform a wide range of advanced administrative support duties of highly responsible, complex, confidential nature; support individuals at a senior, executive level
Keep organized department records and ensure departmental efficiencies
Compile complex information for inclusion in reports or presentation materials such as preparing charts, graphs, tables, etc.
Create, maintain and edit documents, spreadsheets, files, and presentations
Prepare routine correspondence and correspondence of a more confidential and complex nature
Schedule appointments, screen phone calls, take messages and make travel arrangements
Regular communication and interaction with customers and team members
Manage and maintain accounts and internal databases containing confidential information and analyze complex information requests
Coordinate activities and complete special projects
Perform administrative duties, including; greeting guests entering the office, coordinating meetings and events, championing technology needs and repairs for conference rooms, handling daily mail and shipping needs, maintaining office and cafeteria supplies coordinating with facilities manager
Perform other duties as assigned
Knowledge Skills & Abilities Required
Strong knowledge of standard office management equipment, systems and procedures
Strong informal leadership skills
Exercise independent judgment and take appropriate action under minimal supervision
Motivated and organized self-starter with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities
Strong team player with excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to remain adaptable and resilient to all situations with an optimistic outlook and cast a positive shadow that is aligned with our culture and Core Values
Strong Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) skills.
Education & Experience
High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience required, Associate's degree preferred
4+ years related experience in an office environment required
2+ years work experience in a financial institution highly preferred
Prior experience supporting an executive team member(s) is preferred.
The candidate selected for this position may be eligible for the following employment benefits: employer sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and paid personal time. In addition, we offer career development, education assistance, and voluntary supplemental benefits. Click here (https://careers.commercebank.com/us/en/benefits) to learn more.
Location: 922 Walnut, Kansas City, Missouri 64106
Time Type:
Full time
Commerce Bank has been awarded numerous awards for our company culture. We have been included on distinguished lists such as Forbes' Best Midsized Employers, Forbes' Best Employers for Women, and Korn Ferry's Engaged Performance Award. You'll see the difference for yourself when you join the team.
Why Commerce? (https://www.commercebank.com/careers/about-commerce) Inclusion at Commerce How to Join Our Team (https://www.commercebank.com/careers/how-to-join-our-team)
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Equal Opportunity Employer
Commerce Bank is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and believes that every individual should have the opportunity to work at a job for which he, she or they qualifies. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, color, ancestry, ethnicity, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, disability (including physical or mental handicap), age, veteran status, military status, national origin, religion, pregnancy status, marital status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
