Administrative Assistant

Syensqo is all about chemistry. We're not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet's beauty for the generations to come.

We are looking for:
Administrative Assistant to provide administrative support to our teams at the Research & Innovation Center in Stamford, CT. Duties include providing support to our managers and employees, assisting in daily office needs and managing our site's general administrative activities.
 
We count on you for:

• Provide administrative support to the Mining Solutions, Polymer Additives R&I/TS&D, Automation and Robotics teams.
• Schedule meetings and follow up with attendees.  Reserve conference and video conference rooms. Contact restaurants for catering on site lunches and dinner reservations.
• Screen incoming telephone calls and visitors.  Answer questions or refer them to the appropriate person.
• Relay messages to management and other internal and external parties to keep them informed of projects or program status and performance.
• In supervisor's absence, ensure that requests for action or information are relayed to the appropriate staff member.
• Identify and independently handle department-specific activities referring complex questions to supervisor or others.
• Maintain and reorder office supplies, chemical, laboratory equipment.
• P- Card management: Submit expense report each month for all purchases made with P-Card.
• Maintain non-disclosure agreement database for Technology Solutions.
• Establishes and maintains records, logs, files and follow-up systems.
• Has regular contacts with other departments furnishing or obtaining information or reports.
• Travel arrangements.

You can count on us for: 

• Long-lasting excellent customer relations, self-dependent working, and a variety of tasks in one of the world's leading chemical companies.
• Excellent training & development possibilities. (Value for the candidate, growth and learning opportunities)

You will bring: 

• 3+  years of administrative experience or equivalent background supporting administrative needs and providing support through Google Suite systems or related database software programs. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Google Apps, SAP.
• Ability to manage time efficiently and multitask.
• Excellent communication skills - oral and written; ability to articulate and be diplomatic.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and to effectively focus resources and priorities.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Maintain a high degree of professionalism which includes a positive attitude and strong initiative.

You will get:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• The U.S. base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this position is $60,000 to $75,000 per year . Since actual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted base salary range. Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and/or other incentives.
• 16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations
• Training platform for all employees
• Free language courses (24 languages available)
• Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)
   

About us

• Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
• At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

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