Senior Administrative Assistant

At Franklin Templeton, we believe success is built through powerful partnerships. As a forward thinking asset manager, we build dynamic relationships with clients, understand their goals, and navigate complex markets together. We leverage cutting edge strategies and deep insights to unlock opportunities for long term wealth creation. Our talented, global teams bring expertise that is both broad and unique.

From our welcoming, inclusive, and supportive culture to our globally diverse business, we offer opportunities not only to help you reach your potential, but also to contribute to our clients’ success.

We are looking for a Senior Administrative Assistant to join the Franklin Templeton Crypto team. The role will be based in New York City. In this role, you will provide support to leaders in multiple functions across the team as well as partner with other members to support the broader Franklin Crypto organization.

• Provide administrative support to executives; responsibilities include calendar maintenance, meeting coordination, staff relocations, phone coverage, ordering office supplies, email correspondence, incoming/outgoing mail, filing, and scanning.

• Manage day-to-day communication between executives and company staff or outside business clients and contacts.

• Coordinate complex domestic and international travel plans. Assist with creation of travel binder, including agenda details and subsequent expense report submission process.

• Ensure that department invoices and expense reports are processed timely and accurately.

• Take and maintain meeting minutes of periodic departmental meetings.

• Coordinate legal document signing.

• Receive and greet visitors while maintaining the highest level of professionalism.

• Assist with planning and coordination of department events and meetings, which includes reserving a meeting room, audio/visual equipment, catering, and other resources.

• Lead and/or support departmental projects.

• Prepare spreadsheets and written documents.

• Prepare, format, and edit highly professional PowerPoint presentations.

• Assist with creation and distribution of communications.

• Maintain and track department budgets.

• Serve as delegate for the executive team when required, such as managing and approving expense reports.

• Work with other business units (e.g. Technology, Facilities, etc.) to facilitate system access, physical relocations, etc.

• Coordinate the onboarding schedule for new hires including partnering with Human Resources, Technology, Facilities, etc. to set up introductory meetings as well as technology and other set-up requirements.

• Prepare updates and other documents to meet department and division planning requirements.

• Solid administrative experience supporting senior management in a professional environment.

• Degree in Business Administration or similar or Administrative Certification preferred.

• Experience working with members of senior management and high-profile clients.

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Proactive approach to work with ability to anticipate needs.

• Solid organizational skills, ability to organize and maintain orderly files and records.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise independent judgment consistent with department guidelines.

• Ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to assess and solve problems quickly with little direction.

• Ability to work well under pressure and adapt to unexpected circumstances.

• Strong attention to detail; ability to accurately proofread documents.

• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams) and SharePoint.

• Ability to conduct oneself in a professional, collaborative manner in a corporate office environment.

• Experience in the financial industry or a corporate environment preferred.

Franklin Templeton offers employees a competitive and valuable range of total rewards—monetary and non-monetary—designed to support their well-being and recognize their time, talents, and results. Along with base compensation, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, a 401(k) plan with a generous match, and recognition rewards. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a range of competitive healthcare options, insurance, and disability benefits, employee stock investment program, learning resources, career development programs, reimbursement for certain education expenses, paid time off (vacation / holidays / sick / leave / parental & caregiving leave / bereavement / volunteering / floating holidays) and a motivational wellbeing program. We expect the annual salary for this position to range between $100,000-$110,000, depending on location and level of relevant experience, plus discretionary bonus.

At Franklin Templeton, we believe your benefits should support your life, your goals, and your future. That’s why we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to help you thrive both personally and professionally.

- Paid Time Off: Three weeks of PTO in your first year

- Health Coverage: Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance to support your well-being

- Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with an 85% company match on pre-tax and/or Roth contributions, up to IRS limits

- Equity & Investing: Employee Stock Investment Plan (ESIP) with discounted share purchase opportunities

- Learning Education Assistance Program (LEAP): To support your ongoing growth and career advancement

- Employee Investment Benefits: Opportunity to purchase company funds with no sales charge

Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.