Weedmaps: Administrative Assistant

Administrative AssistantWeedmaps is currently seeking an Administrative Assistant professional with experience supporting senior leadership. This role requires exceptional attention to detail, great organizational skills, the ability to meet critical deadlines, and to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. A high level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information, and professionalism in dealing with senior leadership inside and outside the company is essential. This role will represent the VP, Business Development in a positive and professional manner and partner with the executive to help ensure the effectiveness of the function. They will oversee and perform duties to include travel arrangements, communications coordination, calendaring, preparing meeting content upon request, and other various project management duties. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, creative, and adaptable.This position is required to work out of the Weedmaps headquarters located in Irvine, CA.The impact you'll make:Day-to-day management of leadership's scheduleInteracting with client and potential clients as well as other high-level visitors, in person or by telephoneConserves time by reading, researching, and routing correspondence; drafting letters and documents; collecting and analyzing information; initiating telecommunicationsManage schedule by planning internal and external meetings, conferences, presentations, teleconferences, and business travel, including expenses.Prepare submission of expense claims on a timely basisProvide key administrative support for principal's civic and industry commitmentsProactively follow up on action items to drive accountability of meeting actionsCompletes projects by deadline and to supervisor's standardsSupports the executive with all administrative tasksOther duties as assigned.What you've accomplished:2+ years of relevant experience preferredDevelop and demonstrate professional knowledge of the businessUse organizational skills to manage office and time in fast-paced environment and anticipate needsProven ability to work effectively with senior management and senior level clientsExcellent written and oral communication skillsAbility to manage highly confidential information and to always act calmly and professionallyExperience with booking travel and travel logisticsMust be highly organizedExtreme discretion with sensitive informationAdaptable to a variety of situations with numerous personalitiesHas worked in very fast paced environmentsComfortability partnering and executing with the leadership teamAbility to work cross functionally with other administrative assistants to ensure alignmentProactive problem-solver with the ability to make independent, real-time decisions with consideration of priorities and sensitivitiesStrong project management and event planning experienceExcellent interpersonal skills; ability to work successfully with teams across the organizationCompany Profile/Description:WM Technology, Inc.'s (Nasdaq: MAPS) mission is to power a transparent and inclusive global cannabis economy. Now in its second decade, WM Technology has been a driving force behind much of the legislative change we've seen in the past 10 years.Founded in 2008, WM Technology, is a leading technology and software infrastructure provider to the cannabis industry, comprising a B2C platform, Weedmaps, and B2B software, WM Business. The cloud-based SaaS solutions from WM Business provide an end-to-end operating system for cannabis retailers. WM Business' tools support compliance with the complex, disparate, and constantly evolving regulations applicable to the cannabis industry. Through its website and mobile apps, WM Technology provides consumers with the latest information about cannabis retailers, brands, and products, facilitating product discovery and driving engagement with our retail and brand customers.WM Technology holds a strong belief in the power of cannabis and the importance of enabling safe, legal access to consumers worldwide. Since inception, WM Technology has worked tirelessly, not only to become the most comprehensive platform for consumers, but to build the software solutions that power businesses compliantly in the space, to advocate for legalization, social equity, and licensing in many jurisdictions, and to facilitate further learning through partnering with subject matter experts on providing detailed, accurate information about the plant.Benefits Offered:2023 Benefits for Full Time, Regular Employees:Medical, Dental & Vision benefits (effective Day 1):Employee - employer paid premium 100%For plans that offer coverage to your dependents, you pay a small contributionBasic Life & AD&D - employer paid 1x salary up to $250,000401(k) Retirement Plan (with employer contribution)PTO (3 weeks accrued); 5 sick daysSupplemental, voluntary benefitsFamily planning/fertility - including up to $10,000 towards cash-pay servicesStudent Loan Repayment/529 Education Savings - including a company contribution of up to $1,000/yearFSA (Medical, Dependent, Transit and Parking)Voluntary Life InsuranceCritical Illness InsuranceAccident InsuranceShort- and long-term disability InsurancePet InsuranceCompany-paid identity theft protectionLegal services platformPaid parental leaveWhy Weedmaps?You get an opportunity to shape the future of the cannabis industryYou get to play a meaningful role that impacts the wellbeing of others Casual work environment, no fancy clothes required, but you are free to dress to the nines!Generous PTO and company holidaysAdditional monthly day off for mental healthNumerous opportunities to learn and grow your professional skillsEndless opportunities to network and connect with other Weedmappers through speaker series, Employee Resource Groups, happy hours, team celebrations, game nights, and much more!Pay: $30 - $38/hrIf you're interested in this position, please submit your application through Weedmaps: HERE