Part-Time Office Assistant

About Baird

Baird, established in 1919, is an employee-owned international wealth management, capital markets, private equity and asset management firm with offices in the United States, Europe and Asia. Baird?s principal operating subsidiaries are Robert W. Baird & Co. in the United States and Robert W. Baird Group Ltd. in Europe. Baird also has an operating subsidiary in Asia supporting Baird?s private equity operations.

Committed to being a great place to work, Baird is one of FORTUNE magazine?s ?100 Best Companies to Work For? in 2006 and was also included on the magazine?s 2005 and 2004 lists. Robert W. Baird & Co. is a member of the New York Stock Exchange and other principal exchanges and the Securities Investor Protection Corporation (SIPC). Robert W. Baird Ltd. and Baird Capital Partners Europe Ltd. are authorized and regulated in the United Kingdom by the Financial Services Authority.

SUMMARY:

Part time. Under general supervision, performs a variety of general clerical duties in support of the Public Finance department. Desired work schedule is Monday ? Friday, 11:30am ? 3:30pm.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Answers incoming telephone calls; assists callers with questions, properly routes calls and relays messages.

2. Maintains and creates department files, documents, media, etc.; Monitors workroom, orders supplies.

3. Uploads and enters information into computer system, keeping track of electronic files and records using a variety of programs and websites.

4. Copies, faxes, files, and scans various documents. Binds materials as needed.

5. Responsible for offsite storage and retrieval process as well as online document archiving.

6. Performs administrative and clerical functions on a day-to-day basis and for special projects. Carries out basic research, word processing, database and spreadsheet applications, including merge letters and general correspondence.

7. Assists and acts as backup for internal/external distributions; Assists with an assortment of mailings and group communications, both electronically and by mail.

8. Responsible for proofing and grammar usage for all work performed.

9. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

1. High School education, some college preferred. Some general office experience preferred.

2. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office. Moderate understanding of computers and various programs.

3. Strong organizational skills, consistent follow-through, and excellent attention to detail.

4. Ability to work independently and follow through. Must also be a service-oriented team player.

5. Strong oral and written communication skills.

6. Cooperative attitude, which includes the willingness and ability to take direction from various staff members.

7. Ability to tolerate peak workloads in a fast-paced team environment and demonstrate a calm demeanor and retain composure in stressful situations.

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You will receive an acknowledgement from our system of a successful receipt of your resume and we will contact you if interested.

Thank You. Robert W. Baird is an Equal Opportunity Employer.