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Microsoft · 12 hours ago

Administrative Assistant (contract)

Microsoft is seeking an Administrative Assistant to provide essential operational and administrative support to a newly formed team. The role involves managing day-to-day operations, coordinating schedules, and handling logistics to ensure the organization runs smoothly.

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Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive team support including scheduling, travel logistics coordination, and meeting management
Manage headcount tracking, budget coordination, morale events, and distribution group administration
Coordinate onboarding and offboarding processes for team members
Proactively manage hardware, software, and supply inventories to ensure operational continuity
Assist with team space move logistics and submit facilities requests as needed
Serve as the primary onsite point of contact for resource, space, and equipment needs
Collaborate with lead administrators and cross-functional partners to build internal networks and gain operational knowledge
Take ownership of assigned project components and contribute ideas to improve processes
Prioritize and manage multiple concurrent requests from administrators, teammates, and managers
Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with budgeting and company finance policies
Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism
Respond promptly to both recurring operational tasks and unexpected requests

Qualification

Administrative supportCalendar managementTravel coordinationResource managementOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsAttention to detailAdaptabilityTeam-oriented approach

Required

2+ years of administrative or operational team support experience
3+ years of resource, space, or equipment coordination experience
2+ years of calendar and travel coordination experience
Demonstrated experience supporting teams in dynamic, fast-paced environments
Previous experience with onboarding and offboarding processes
Background in managing multiple priorities and workstreams simultaneously
Advanced calendar and scheduling management
Travel coordination and logistics planning
Resource and space management
Equipment and supply inventory tracking
Strong organizational and prioritization abilities
Excellent written and verbal communication
Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, ambiguous environments
Sound judgment and decision-making capabilities
Attention to detail and accuracy
Adaptability and flexibility in managing shifting priorities
Collaborative mindset and team-oriented approach
Proactive problem-solving skills

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)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
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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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