Job Description
The responsibilities of the Executive Assistant to the President within Garden Remedies, Inc. (GRI) broadly embrace the key areas described below. The most critical role is to ensure our President and CEO has the capacity to perform her duties in the most efficient way possible. Working alongside the President, the Executive Assistant will assist her with errands and daily business activities, while also acting as her driver. Outstanding communication skills, the ability to assess the President’s needs, organizing her schedule and providing detailed information and correspondence on demand will be critical to the role.
Responsibilities:
Working primarily from the President’s home in the Boston area, the Personal Executive Assistant will also act as her driver
Manages the President’s calendars and scheduling
Prepares correspondence with a high attention to detail utilizing excellent communication skills
Answers incoming phone calls and email on behalf of the President
Runs errands as needed
May attend meetings and will be responsible for note-taking. A high level of discretion is required as confidential discussions will frequently occur
Prepares reports and presentations
Maintains contact lists
Coordinates travel itineraries
Works cross-functionally and collaborates with members of the GRI team
Conducts research on various matters as needed
Maintains a level of intellectual curiosity regarding the benefits of cannabis medicine as well as health and wellness trends
Practices fine dining level customer service by providing extraordinary attention to the President’s needs while communicating information honestly. Must go above and beyond to try and effectively respond to questions and concerns
Practices empathetic care utilizing active listening, eye contact, welcoming body language and warm tone of voice. Must be sensitive to different customers’ needs and be able to adapt accordingly
Is knowledgeable about MA cannabis compliance and regulations
Maintains a clean and professional appearance
Able to respond to changing needs and manages multiple priorities in a dynamic and fast paced environment
Completes other duties as assigned in a timely and appropriate manner
Qualifications:
Must be 21 years of age
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in a business or service capacity preferred
Intermediate to Advanced Microsoft Office proficiency
Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and collaboratively
Flexible availability to respond to unplanned needs
Has cannabis knowledge and is up to date on current trends in the industry as well as health and wellness trends
At least three years’ experience in executive and/or high level administrative support
A strong work ethic and ability to maintain a positive attitude in a high demand environment
Intellectual curiosity specifically in regards to cannabis medicine
Supervision:
Works under the general supervision of the President and CEO
This position is not responsible for supervising other employees
NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE. Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume to careers@gardenremedies.org