What are the responsibilities and job description for the Executive Assistant – Human Resources position at Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies?
Overview
Human Resources Administrative Assistant
Location – Wilkes-Barre, PA
About Us:
Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies is a P&C subsidiary of National Indemnity Company, supported by 1,200 employees. BH GUARD writes small commercial insurance solutions including workers compensation, business owners’ policies, commercial auto, commercial umbrella, and professional liability with a national footprint, distributing its products primarily through independent retail agents with over $2.2 Billion of in-force premium. BH GUARD Insurance Companies are rated A (Excellent) by AMBest.
As a member of the Berkshire Hathaway family, we pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer service. We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Administrative Assistant to support our Human Resources team.
Responsibilities
The Administrative Assistant will provide comprehensive administrative support to the entire human resources department. This role requires a high level of professionalism, discretion, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Greet employees and visitors that come to the HR department and make them feel welcomed
- Assist in organizing and scheduling HR meetings, In-person interviews and events, including scheduling and organizing some corporate events
- Assisting recruiters with some coordination of interview scheduling and troubleshooting technical issues
- Receives and distributes office mail
- Prepare and process expense reports accurately and in a timely manner
- Handle HR contracts, including managing renewals
- Process purchase orders and ensure proper documentation
- Assist with maintenance and updates of HR records and database changes
- Process and update HRIS Database for certain employee changes
- Proofread and prepare documents and correspondence produced by department
- Preparing and pulling reports using our HRIS and Excel
- Address and fulfill various ad hoc requests from the HR team as needed
- Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Minimum of 3 years of experience as an Administrative Assistant or in a similar administrative role.
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) is an absolute must.
- Candidate must be familiar with database systems.
- Discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Detailed oriented with a proactive approach to problem solving.
- Must be ale to multi=task and prioritize projects well.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Generous vacation and sick time.
- Closed on all major holidays.
- Healthcare benefits begin on your first day of employment.
- 401K with company match and profit sharing.
- Every 5 years employees receive a generous monetary award to be used toward a vacation.
- Tuition reimbursement after six months of employment.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their resume detailing their qualifications and experience online.
Join Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies and be part of a team that values excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction. We look forward to meeting you!
