Administrative Assistant

Core responsibilities:

• Perform administrative tasks including scheduling calls, meetings, and events, and logging attendees
• Draft emails and take notes on calls
• Handle other minor administrative tasks as needed

This role supports the Institute's mission to promote the fiduciary standard, which benefits investors and society by advocating for higher standards of care in financial services, contributing to consumer protection and fairer capital markets.

Required skills and qualifications:

• Ability to multitask and manage multiple logistical details simultaneously
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn about financial industry topics to improve note-taking accuracy
• Ability to respond to requests within 48 hours

Compensation and perks:

• $12/hour pay
• Gain valuable experience working for a nonprofit in Washington D.C.
• Insight into nonprofit operations to enhance your resume
• Outstanding recommendation for future opportunities based on excellent performance and initiative

The Institute for the Fiduciary Standard is a nonprofit organization formed in 2011 that promotes the fiduciary standard through research, education, and advocacy to benefit investors, capital markets, and the economy by ensuring financial advisers act in clients' best interests.