Administrative Assistant

About Piper Sandler

At Piper Sandler, we connect capital with opportunity to build a better future. 

We believe diverse teams with unique backgrounds, skills and experiences yield more innovative solutions. Our mission is to recruit, develop, retain, and engage a diverse, high-performing team. Our business enables bright, committed people working in partnership within an environment that allows each person to achieve at a high level. We commit to encouraging and valuing inclusivity because every partner brings unique perspectives that help us better serve our clients.

About The Special District Group – Us

The Special District Group (SDG) is a team in Piper Sandler’s Public Finance practice that is dedicated to raising capital for public infrastructure for new development or redevelopment projects.  We hold a dominate position in the Colorado and Utah markets and are actively growing into new markets nationwide with a demand for public infrastructure.

Our team leaders were amongst the pioneers of Special District financing in Colorado and Utah and have been integral leaders in sector for over two decades. The SDG team is passionate about the quality of banking we bring to the market and the unparalleled experience we offer our clients and external partners. We are unwavering in our belief that our team’s shared success precedes the pursuit of individual aspirations. We have a deep commitment to high-touch communication and collaborative relationships, and we believe that our team’s expertise, creativity, and resilience are critical to our success.

About This Critical Role – The Job

We are currently looking for an Administrative Assistant in Denver, Colorado.

The primary objective of this position is to provide high-level executive support to a number of senior team members with the Special District Group while also serving as the Denver office coordinator. The ideal candidate enjoys working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment; possesses the ability to navigate multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines with strong organizational skills; and displays a professional demeanor and appropriacy to interact with senior partners, clients, and colleagues. The ideal candidate is a great communicator with a strong work ethic who is interested in a meaningful role on a supportive team. The essential duties and responsibilities of this role include:

• Execute a broad variety of administrative tasks for multiple senior team members, including:
  • Managing active calendars
  • Arranging travel itineraries and agendas
  • Compiling expense reports according to company policy utilizing Concur
  • Maintain CRM database
  • Manage and screen multiple team member phone lines
  • Plan and coordinate internal and external meetings, dinners, celebrations and events
• Fulfill the role of Denver office coordinator managing the office space, computer/phone equipment, building access, office supplies and assist with courier services
• Maintain conference room, including calendars and communication with teams to ensure proper arrangements are made for meals and technology
• Front desk responsibilities including welcoming and attending to clients, guests, and employees promptly and courteously; always maintaining an upbeat and pleasant attitude
• Independently manages office-related projects and events, including planning and vendor management, and day-of set-up and pack down
• Assist with the on-boarding of new team members
• Provide back up support to other members of the SDG support team as required
• Perform any other duties and special projects as assigned

About The Ideal Candidates – You

• At least 2 years of administrative experience, preferably in the banking, finance, legal or professional services sectors
• Experience with Microsoft Office required, including Word, Outlook, and Excel
• Well organized, attention to detail while managing competing priorities and varying banker expectations
• Plans and organizes their own work by establishing clear tasks, confirming priorities, and using tools to organize time effectively, and keeps stakeholders informed of project/program status
• Ability to perform role accountabilities diplomatically and discretely
• Works cooperatively and sensitively with others, taking their needs, personalities, cultures, and styles into consideration
• Seeking an in-person role in a brand-new renovated downtown Denver location

As a leading investment bank, we enable growth and success for our clients through deep sector expertise, candid advice and a differentiated, highly productive culture.

Our public finance group provides underwriting and financial advisory services to state & local governments and not-for-profit entities. Supported by a broad national platform, our expert teams leverage localized knowledge to facilitate the issuance of taxable and tax-exempt debt across a range of sectors including state & local government, charter schools   cultural & social service nonprofits, healthcare, higher education, hospitality, project finance, K-12 school districts, senior living, special district group, and transportation. Learn more about out public finance team here.

Piper Sandler values a strong culture dedicated to the emotional and physical well-being of our employees. Learn more about our commitment to our employee’s health and well-being. Learn more about our benefits program and how we are here for our employees and their families today, tomorrow and beyond.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, marital status, status as a protected veteran or status with regard to public assistance.

The anticipated starting salary for Colorado-based individuals expressing interest in this position is $70,000 per year; this position is eligible for annual incentive compensation.

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