Administrative Assistant

Robert Half • Cerritos, CA • 1h ago

Description

We are looking for an Administrative Assistant to provide dependable office support for a Contract assignment. This position will provide contract coverage and will help maintain smooth day-to-day administrative operations through strong organization, clear communication, and responsive service. The ideal candidate is comfortable handling front-office tasks, managing routine documentation, and supporting team needs in a detail-oriented environment.

Responsibilities:

Manage daily administrative activities to keep office operations organized, efficient, and on schedule.

Welcome visitors, answer inbound calls, and direct inquiries to the appropriate team members with courtesy.

Prepare, update, and maintain records, documents, and correspondence with strong attention to accuracy.

Enter and organize data in office systems while ensuring information is current and properly documented.

Provide receptionist support, including monitoring the front desk and assisting with general office requests.

Coordinate calendars, meetings, and routine administrative tasks to support staff and departmental priorities.

Communicate clearly in writing and verbally with internal teams and external contacts to support smooth operations.

Requirements - Experience providing administrative support in an office setting.

Ability to answer inbound calls and handle front-desk responsibilities professionally.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Proficiency in data entry with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Comfortable managing multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Familiarity with general administrative office procedures and documentation.

Dependable, organized, and able to work effectively during a contract coverage assignment. TalentMatch®

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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