Administrative Assistant

In compliance with applicable laws, HSBC is committed to employing only those who are authorized to work in the US. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. as HSBC will not engage in immigration sponsorship for this position.

Our purpose – Opening up a world of opportunity – explains why we exist. Here at HSBC we use our unique expertise, capabilities, breadth and perspectives to open up new kinds of opportunity for our more than 40 million customers. We’re bringing together the people, ideas and capital that nurture progress and growth, helping to create a better world – for our customers, our people, our investors, our communities and the planet we all share.

Administrative Assistants provide broad gauge support, principally secretarial / administrative tasks. Role holders will exercise confidentiality, tact and diplomacy and will have sufficient expertise in their area to appropriately support their department.  Treating all constituents like clients, with a service-oriented attitude, is a must. For this role you will be the point person for the Head of Energy, Materials and Power Coverage and the Houston office.

As our Administrative Assistant you will:

•             Organize schedules, maintaining diaries, arranging travel and accommodation

•             Prepare and submit complex team expense reports in an accurate and timely manner with a thorough knowledge of the expense management system

•             Maintain the utmost level of confidentiality in all aspects of work and interaction with their team and others as needed

•             Co-ordinate activities, events, resources, meetings, services and managing internal and external stakeholders

•             Support administration, composing presentations, drafting reports and assisting with key documents which requires working knowledge of Word, PowerPoint and Excel

•             Manage external relationships and service providers, including regulatory stakeholders and other senior parties requiring highly sensitive handling and communication

•             Gatekeeper or primary point of contact roles for an area

•             Adhere to HSBC policies and procedures in the remit area

•             May require work outside of traditional “day shift” hours, which will be covered by overtime compensation policies

You´ll likely have the following qualifications to succeed in this role:

•             Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) applications with excellent typing skills

•             Exceptional communication skills, problem solving, organizational and project management skills

•             Abilities to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality on all confidential matters

•             Ability to deal with all levels of personnel and external parties

•             Self-directed, attention to detail, and excellent follow-through skills

•             Uphold the highest level of integrity and act as a role model for all HSBC values and business principles

•             Communicate information, knowledge and ideas with the team as relevant or appropriate

As an HSBC employee, you will have access to tailored professional development opportunities to ensure you have the right skills for today and tomorrow. We offer a competitive pay and benefits package including a robust Wellness Hub, all in a welcoming and inclusive work environment. You will be empowered to drive HSBC’s engagement with the communities we serve through an industry-leading volunteerism policy, a generous matching gift program, and a comprehensive program of immersive Sustainability and Climate Change Initiatives. You’ll want to join our Employee Resource Groups as they play a central part in life at HSBC, including the development of our employees and networking inside and outside of HSBC. We value difference. We succeed together. We take responsibility. We get it done. And we want you to help us build the bank of the future!

The final fixed pay offer will depend on the candidate and a number of variables, including but not limited to, role responsibilities, skill set, depth of experience and education, licensing/certification requirements, internal relativity, and specific work location.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, race, national origin, ethnicity, disability or medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran service, religion, creed, sex, gender, pregnancy, childbirth, caregiver status, marital status, citizenship or immigration status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other trait protected by applicable law.