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Salma Salazar

New York

Summary

Organized and dedicated Administrative Assistant with a proven track record of providing exceptional customer service in fast-paced environments. Keen attention to detail and strong decision-making skills enable effective management of multiple concurrent tasks. 4 Years of expertise in Executive Assistance and supporting projects in agile environments. Excited to learn more. Possesses a self-motivated work ethic that allows for effective performance in independent and team environments. Hardworking, resourceful, and highly-focused individual with proven expertise in providing administrative support across teams and C-Suites. Exceptional team player with a proven ability to build strong relationships within team, external partners, and community stakeholders, contributing to company success.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Admin Assistant, Project Coordinator

Symphony Communications
06.2022 - 04.2024
  • Executed travel arrangements by researching and booking flights and accommodations.
  • Managed electronic and paper filing systems by updating paperwork, maintaining documents and accurately recording information.
  • Continually sought methods for improving daily operations, communications with clients, recordkeeping and data entry for increased efficiency.
  • Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
  • Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
  • Maintained confidentiality with sensitive documents, ensuring proper storage and distribution as needed.
  • Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
  • Managed office inventory, tracking supplies and placing orders to ensure smooth daily operations.
  • Organized and coordinated conferences and monthly meetings.
  • Served as a liaison between departments to facilitate effective communication throughout the company.
  • Streamlined executive communication by managing emails, phone calls, and scheduling appointments.
  • Updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
  • Enabled timely project completion by coordinating resources and timelines across multiple departments.
  • Established an internship cohort for the company
  • Assisted in preparation of high-stakes presentations, contributing to successful project pitches and client meetings.
  • Enhanced efficiency of meeting outcomes by preparing detailed minutes and action items.
  • Organized All in meetings for company wide, created performance deck for the HR Team
  • Facilitated onboarding of new employees, ensuring smooth transition into company culture and workflow.
  • Contributed to development of internal policies and procedures, enhancing organizational effectiveness and compliance.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive information, upholding company's privacy policies and ethical standards.
  • Improved team communication and collaboration through coordination of weekly meetings and distribution of agendas.
  • Managed complex calendars for senior executives to facilitate efficient scheduling and meeting planning.
  • Fostered positive work environment, organizing team-building activities and events.
  • Supported HR activities, facilitating hiring process by scheduling interviews and liaising with candidates.
  • Streamlined communication between departments, resulting in more effective project coordination and execution.
  • Negotiated with vendors for cost savings, securing high-quality services at reduced rates.
  • Handled logistics, catering, agendas and travel arrangements for meeting and event planning for board of directors, president and executive vice president.
  • Greeted arriving visitors, determined nature and purpose of visit and directed individuals to appropriate destinations.
  • Took notes and dictation at meetings.
  • Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
  • Coordinated events and worked on ad hoc projects.
  • Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.

Real Estate Administrative Assistant

Airbnb
02.2020 - 04.2022

Generated leads for sales and rental properties through calls and referrals.

  • Monitored over 100 phone calls and great online customer service
  • Monitored territory and capitalized on potential sales opportunities by contacting owners and setting up meetings.
  • Increased bookings and goal numbers by 15%
  • Maintained efficient office operations by handling errands and administrative functions.
  • Managed a high volume of incoming calls, emails, and walk-in inquiries with professionalism and prompt attention, ensuring no opportunities were missed.
  • Maintained an accessible and comprehensive database of property listings, client contacts, and transaction records for easy retrieval and reference by team members.
  • Expedited the lease signing process for tenants with thorough background checks and timely preparation of paperwork.
  • Supported agents in closing deals successfully with thorough documentation and contract management.
  • Kept contacts organized with google sheets system to maintain readiness for future mailings.

Personal Assistant to the Owner

Spread Corporation
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Responded to over 50 emails a day and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
  • Provided multifaceted services to career professionals by running errands, managing mail, scheduling appointments and arranging transportation.
  • Maintained appropriate filing of personal and professional documentation.
  • Maintained presence on popular social media platforms by posting edited photos, updates and information.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences, Psychology

Penn State University
University Park, Pennsylvania
05.2020

Skills

  • Strong Organizational Skills
  • Schedule & calendar planning
  • Scheduling
  • Calendar management
  • Resourceful
  • Project planning
  • Schedule management
  • Project management
  • Task delegation
  • Executive support

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
A1

Timeline

Admin Assistant, Project Coordinator

Symphony Communications
06.2022 - 04.2024

Real Estate Administrative Assistant

Airbnb
02.2020 - 04.2022

Personal Assistant to the Owner

Spread Corporation
01.2019 - 01.2020

Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences, Psychology

Penn State University
Salma Salazar