CHRYSTAL J. TORRY
*************@***.***
**** ******** ****** - ******* ****, CA 91607 - Phone: 310-***-****
July 24, 2012
Dear Recruiter:
Your advertisement for an Executive Assistant indicated requirements that closely match my background and expertise. I have enclosed my resume with a summary of my qualifications and skills for your review.
Throughout my career as an Executive Assistant, I have maintained the highest performance standards within a diverse range of administrative functions, which is clearly illustrated by my past successes. As an Executive Assistant to a CEO, COO and SVP of various Companies, I demonstrated an ability to maintain comprehensive administrative processes that improves the efficiency of day-to-day operations.
Currently, I am seeking an association with a company that can benefit from my expertise as an executive-level assistant with excellent organizational and communication skills, an outstanding work ethic, and the ability to work equally well in both team-oriented and self-directed environments.
I would welcome an opportunity to meet with you to discuss my qualifications and candidacy in further detail. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Chrystal Torry
Enclosure
CHRYSTAL J. TORRY
*************@***.***
5222 Goodland Avenue - Sherman Oaks, CA 91607 - Phone: 310-***-****
OBJECTIVE
Position as an Executive Assistant supporting high-level executives
SKILLS
Proven ability to handle multi-task levels of responsibility simultaneously
Thrive in both independent and collaborative work environments
Exceptional written, planning, organizational and problem solving skills
Highly motivated, self-directed, and detailed oriented
Ability to handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality
Advanced Knowledge of: MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, MS Outlook, Access
Raiser’s Edge, Internet and Concur
EXPERIENCE
Trust Company of the West Los Angeles, CA 2/2008 – 10/2010
Executive Assistant to Managing Director and SVP
Managed calendars and scheduled/coordinated meetings and appointments
Arranged and scheduled complex and detailed travel arrangements and compiled
documents and itineraries for domestic/international meetings
Processed invoices, expense reports and maintained organized records
Created, updated and maintained Excel spreadsheets and Powerpoint
presentations for Investor Conference
Researched and complied financial data for weekly staff meetings
Answered, screened and responded to incoming calls
Performed other duties such as filing, typing, copying, scanning and mailing
School Loans Corp Los Angeles, CA 1/2007 – 2/2008
Executive Assistant to CEO and COO
Maintained appointment/meeting schedules and calendars using Outlook for CEO
Planned, scheduled and handled logistics for meetings, conferences, and
Domestic/international travel
Coordinated luncheons and/or catering for CEO, clients and staff
Prioritized all incoming correspondence and provided effective follow-up
Reviewed and prepared expense reports, memos and business correspondence
Organized offsite and in-house meetings, entertainment and event arrangements
Maintained office efficiency by planning and implementing office systems,
layouts, and equipment procurement; inventory, stock and order supplies
Assisted VP of HR with hiring process including benefit enrollment and orientations
Prepared, sent and tracked packages using FedEx, DHL, or UPS
Handled day to day functions of the office
Woodbury University Burbank, CA 3/2004-1/2007
Executive Administrative Assistant
Maintained President’s calendar, scheduled meetings, and arrange complex travel
Assisted with the preparation of agendas for Board of Trustees and Cabinet meetings
Managed and assembled financial data and draft reports for budget evaluation
Planned and organized fundraising events for major donors and alumnus
Worked with event venues on contract negotiations for value and budget savings
Supervised employees and volunteers with delegated tasks for special projects
Served as liaison between the President’s office and all university departments
Maintained chronological record of all incoming and outgoing correspondence
Processed expenses, check requests, correspondence, and machine transcription
EDUCATION
Woodbury University Burbank, CA
Bachelor of Science December 2006
Major in Business Management
REFERENCES
Available upon Request