Executive Assistant & Office Manager

Goodwin•Columbus, OH

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Goodwin is seeking an organized, resourceful, and hands-on Office Manager & Executive Assistant to support its Columbus HQ and executive team. This role involves managing the day-to-day office operations, ensuring the space is well-maintained, stocked, and welcoming. Additionally, the position provides executive support to two leaders, assisting with schedules, logistics, travel, and other administrative tasks. The role also plays a key part in hosting customer visits and company events at the HQ. This is an opportunity for an individual who is proactive, takes ownership, and enjoys ensuring smooth operations and positive experiences for executives, employees, customers, and guests.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in executive support, office management, event coordination, or a combination of these areas.
Experience supporting senior executives, including calendar, scheduling, travel, and administrative support.
Exceptional organization, responsiveness, and follow-through.
Strong judgment and the ability to determine when to act independently, ask questions, or escalate.
A proactive, hands-on approach. You notice what needs attention and take ownership of getting it done.
Strong hospitality instincts and experience coordinating vendors, events, catering, travel, or onsite experiences.
Comfort working in a fast-moving environment where priorities and plans can change quickly.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation, with the ability to travel throughout the Columbus area as needed.
Ability to work onsite at our Columbus HQ 3–4 days per week and attend all customer visits and company events.
Authorization to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Own the day-to-day operations of Goodwin’s Columbus HQ, keeping the office organized, stocked, welcoming, and running smoothly.
Manage office supplies, snacks, beverages, and other recurring needs, proactively replenishing items before they run out.
Coordinate vendors and service providers for cleaning, repairs, maintenance, security, and other building needs.
Support new-hire onboarding logistics, including workstation setup and office access.
Provide administrative support to two executives, including calendar management, scheduling, travel, reimbursements, and meeting logistics.
Track open items, anticipate needs, and use good judgment to keep priorities moving without requiring every detail to be spelled out.
Help coordinate customer visits and company events, including catering, travel, transportation, reservations, room setup, décor, swag, and vendor coordination.
Be hands-on during visits and events, helping with setup, guest experience, schedule management, and whatever unexpected needs arise.
Handle local errands, pickups, orders, and other time-sensitive needs throughout the Columbus area.
Jump in wherever needed to create a great experience for our executives, employees, customers, and guests.