Sr Administrative Assistant

There is a place for you at T. Rowe Price to grow, contribute, learn, and make a difference. ​ We are a premier asset manager focused on delivering global investment management excellence and retirement services that investors can rely on today and in the future. The work we do matters. We invite you to explore the opportunity to join us and grow your career with us.

Role Summary

The Administrative Assistant is responsible for supporting T. Rowe Price dynamic sales and client service team. You will be the key contact for the office and will have the opportunity to work closely and collaborate across the team to create the best experience for our clients. The position requires the use of sound judgment, confidentiality and the incumbent can effectively work with others to ensure and provide seamless high-level support and coverage, with minimal supervision.

Role-specific Accountabilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative and office support to the team to ensure that they are prepared for all meetings and carry forward action items. Some of the main duties include managing calendars, meetings, expenses, booking events, developing offsites, travel and correspondence. Team includes executive-level, sales, and service professionals.
• Book and manage client meetings, roadshows, and/or conference planning, including material production; prep material packet compilation; scheduling; logistical arrangements (reserving meeting site, catering, security notifications); and liaising with participants, subject-matter experts, and vendors. These engagements are organized in-house, virtual or with outside vendors.
• Maintain contact management system and log all meeting activity, keeping databases and shared sites up to date. Provide accurate data and information to others on functional unit processes and procedures as requested. Manage distribution lists, submit IT requests, and ensure team has required tools (e.g., hardware) to be effective.
• Work closely with other executive and regional administrative assistants and teams to increase efficiencies and provide overall departmental support. Be an advocate for T. Rowe Price in representing the team in internal administrative meetings.
• Work independently to prioritize and complete team requests in a timely manner. Requests may be highly sensitive and confidential.
• Represent the team greeting guests in the office and act as main point of contact for office management including onboarding new hires, technology setup and maintaining office and kitchen supplies.

Preferred skills

• Verbal and written communication skills, multi-tasking, customer service skills and interpersonal skills.
• Expert ability to work independently and manage one’s time.
• Expert ability to keep information organized and confidential.
• Expert ability in event planning, budgeting, etc.
• Expert leadership and mentoring skills necessary to provide support and constructive performance feedback.
• Previous experience with computer applications, such as Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree or the equivalent combination of education and relevant experience AND
• 3+ years of total relevant work experience

FINRA Requirements

FINRA licenses are not required and will not be supported for this role.

Work Flexibility

This role is eligible for remote work up to two days a week.

Base salary ranges:

$65,000.00 - $111,500.00 for the location of: California, New York
$57,500.00 - $98,000.00 for the location of: Washington, D.C
$52,500.00 - $89,000.00 for the location of: Colorado, Maryland, Washington and All other US locations

Placement within the range provided above is based on the individual’s relevant experience and skills for the role. Base salary is only one component of our total compensation package. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, which is determined upon company and individual performance.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

We strive for equity, equality, and opportunity for all associates. When we embrace the power of diversity and create an environment where people can bring their authentic and best selves to work, our firm is stronger, and we create greater value for our clients. Our commitment and inclusive programming aim to lift the experience for each associate and builds allies for our global associate community. We know that a sense of belonging is key not only to your success at the firm, but also to your ability to bring your best each day.

Benefits: We invest in our people through a wide range of programs and benefits, including:

• Competitive pay and bonuses as well as a generous retirement plan and employee stock purchase plan with matching contributions
• Flexible work opportunities
• Health care benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• Tuition assistance
• Wellness programs (fitness reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program)

Our policies may change as our working lives evolve. Yet, our commitment to supporting our associates’ well-being and addressing the needs of our clients, business, and communities is unwavering.

T. Rowe Price is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity of thought, gender, and race. We believe our continued success depends upon the equal treatment of all associates and applicants for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender, age, mental or physical disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, military or veteran status, pregnancy, or any other classification protected by country, federal, state, or local law.