Merit Management Group · 11 hours ago
Administrative Specialist
Johnston, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
2+ years expMerit Management Group is based in Johnston, Iowa, where they actively manage and support a diverse portfolio of companies across multiple industries. They are seeking a reliable, personable, and professional Administrative Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative support across the organization and its portfolio companies.
ConstructionSmall and Medium Businesses
Responsibilities
Support cross-functional initiatives by coordinating with internal teams (IT, HR, Accounting, Marketing, Operations) and portfolio company leaders to ensure smooth execution of projects and deliverables
Assist with process improvement efforts, helping streamline administrative workflows, documentation standards, and operational systems across Merit and its portfolio companies
Provide administrative support during key investment activities, including preparing data, organizing diligence materials, and coordinating internal and external meetings
Build and maintain internal knowledge systems by organizing shared resources, templates, SOPs, and reference materials used across Merit and its portfolio companies
Assist in coordinating onboarding and integration activities for new acquisitions, including communication, documentation, and project support
Take ownership of specialized administrative areas such as vendor management, recurring project schedules, departmental reporting, or system upkeep, creating pathways for growth into higher-level responsibilities
Manage asset and fleet operations for portfolio company vehicles, including overseeing maintenance schedules, maintaining compliance and documentation, tracking assignments, and collaborating with operations teams to ensure efficient fleet utilization
Qualification
Required
2+ years of experience in an administrative or HR assistant role
Strong discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and adapt in a fast-paced environment
Detail-oriented, organized, and tech-savvy
Preferred
Previous HR system experience a plus (e.g., BambooHR)
Company
Merit Management Group
Merit Management Group is a private equity firm that specializes in acquiring small to medium-sized construction enterprises.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase