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Microsoft · 19 hours ago

Administrative Assistant (contract)

Microsoft is seeking an Administrative Assistant (Contract) to provide critical administrative support to their legal team within the Competition and Market Regulation group. The successful candidate will manage complex calendars, coordinate travel, oversee financial operations, and facilitate meetings, all while maintaining confidentiality and supporting the team's strategic objectives.

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Responsibilities

Manage complex calendars and scheduling for leadership and team members
Coordinate domestic and international travel arrangements and itineraries
Organize and facilitate meetings and events, including logistics and materials preparation
Assist with invoice management and expense reporting processes
Support department financial operations and tracking
Coordinate personnel operations and administrative tasks
Manage facility operations and related administrative needs
Open and track legal matters within team systems
Complete special projects as assigned with minimal supervision
Maintain confidential information with appropriate discretion

Qualification

Microsoft Office proficiencyOrganizational skillsTime managementLegal environment backgroundProactive problem-solvingCommunicationTeam collaborationAttention to detailFlexibility

Required

Minimum 2 years of business administration experience
Minimum 2 years of experience using Microsoft products including Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, OneNote, and Visio
Bachelor's degree required
Strong organizational and time management abilities
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite including Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, OneNote, and Visio
Self-starter with proactive approach to problem-solving
Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
Capability to build and maintain effective working relationships
Positive, 'can do' attitude with flexibility to adapt to changing priorities
Attention to detail and accuracy in all work products
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

Preferred

Background in legal environment is a plus

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision
Hospital plans
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Company paid Basic Life and AD&D as well as voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Company paid short and long-term disability
Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA)
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave(PTO, Allegis Group Paid Family Leave, Parental Leave

Company

Microsoft

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Microsoft is a software corporation that develops, manufactures, licenses, supports, and sells a range of software products and services.

H1B Sponsorship

Microsoft has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (9192)
2024 (9343)
2023 (7677)
2022 (11403)
2021 (7210)
2020 (7852)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1M
Key Investors
Technology Venture Investors
2022-12-09Post Ipo Equity
1986-03-13IPO
1981-09-01Series Unknown· $1M

Leadership Team

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Satya Nadella
Chairman and CEO
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Vukani Mngxati
Chief Executive Officer - Microsft South Africa
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