Description We are looking for an Executive Assistant to join a detail-oriented services organization in Westport, Connecticut on a Contract basis. This on-site opportunity is well suited for someone who is confident managing both reception coverage and executive support in a fast-moving office. The role will focus on creating a welcoming experience for visitors, keeping shared spaces organized, and providing dependable administrative assistance to a small team over a short-term assignment. Responsibilities: - Welcome visitors, manage front-desk interactions, and ensure guests are directed promptly to the appropriate meetings or contacts. - Handle incoming phone calls with professionalism, screen inquiries, and route messages to the correct team members. - Oversee the appearance and readiness of the office by maintaining tidy common spaces, conference rooms, and kitchen areas. - Prepare meeting spaces in advance by arranging refreshments, materials, and basic technology setup to support smooth execution. - Reset conference rooms after use and monitor booking schedules to help avoid conflicts and maintain availability. - Provide day-to-day administrative support to a small team, including scheduling and coordination of internal and external meetings. - Manage busy calendars with close attention to timing, priorities, and changing business needs. - Coordinate domestic travel arrangements, including flights, lodging, and itineraries, using travel tools such as Concur when needed. - Assist with additional projects and general office tasks to support efficient daily operations. Requirements - Prior experience in a receptionist, administrative, or executive assistant capacity is preferred. - Strong ability to organize multiple tasks, manage competing priorities, and remain effective in a fast-paced setting. - Clear written and verbal communication skills with a detail-oriented and approachable presence. - Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and familiarity with travel or expense platforms is beneficial. - High level of attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in scheduling and administrative work. - Comfortable working on-site in a collaborative office environment five days per week. - Dependable, proactive, and willing to take ownership of assigned responsibilities. TalentMatch® Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .