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Hybrid

Posted on 7/24/2024

Designit

Designit

1,001-5,000 employees

Consultancy for strategic and behavioral design

Consulting
Enterprise Software
Social Impact
Design
Education

Compensation Overview

$27 - $37Hourly

Senior, Expert

Seattle, WA, USA + 1 more

Category
Administrative & Executive Assistance
Administrative Support
Required Skills
Communications
Management
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides
Requirements
  • Minimum of 5 years previous experience in a similar role at an enterprise company is a must.
  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational, planning and time management skills.
  • An ability to work independently, deal with ambiguity, and solve routine problems proactively and effectively.
  • Exercise sound judgment, tact, diplomacy, integrity and professionalism in all interactions.
  • Possess a high level of self-awareness and intrinsic appreciation for the value that admins provide.
  • An aptitude to work independently without significant oversight or instruction to achieve results with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Work successfully in a team environment, building effective working relationships inside and outside of the group, accommodating work styles and perspectives of diverse individuals.
  • Proven track record of excellent judgment, problem resolution, teamwork, negotiation, budgeting and analytical skills, decision-making skills, and the ability to work under pressure required.
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, are required.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft productivity software, including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Visio, Excel, OneNote, Lync and SharePoint is required.
  • The ability to maintain confidentiality is vital.
  • Have a strong sense of urgency.
  • Ability to work overtime, required at times.
Responsibilities
  • Support two General Managers in a fast-paced enterprise environment.
  • Proactively manage GMs complex calendars, making decisions to prioritize requests based on shifting business priorities, allocating appropriate amount of time, and ensuring that all meeting details are accurate.
  • Manage/coordinate domestic and international travel plans and agendas end-to-end, including management of all logistics and itineraries.
  • Work to set up meetings, morale events, rhythm of the business (ROB) activities and assist with projects as needed.
  • ROB calendar management.
  • Prepare and process expense reports.
  • Anticipate and remove administrative roadblocks.
  • Process expense report approvals for team members.
  • Manage headcount, recruiting and onboarding activities.
  • Maintain and manage Employee Central/ HeadTrax transactions for vendors, CSGs and FTEs.
  • Create and maintain org charts, distribution lists, office maps.
  • Assist in budget management (T&E, Training, Morale dollars), ensuring appropriate spend.
  • Manage procurement of goods and services, including computer equipment, office supplies, reference materials and facilities requests.
  • Provide general office support.

Designit focuses on using design to enhance various aspects of life, work, and play. The company provides consultancy services that emphasize design thinking, a method for solving complex problems by centering on human needs and creating innovative solutions. Their offerings include strategic design, user experience, and behavioral design, catering to businesses, organizations, and individuals seeking to integrate effective design solutions. Designit differentiates itself by promoting sustainable and ethical design practices, exploring concepts like low-impact eating and trustability, which builds trust in communities. Their goal is to drive change and innovation through design, helping clients recognize its transformative potential.

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Copenhagen, Denmark

Founded

1991

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

34%

1 year growth

7%

2 year growth

34%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Winning prestigious awards like the DOGA Innovation Awards and Platinum Muse Creative Award highlights Designit's industry recognition and excellence.
  • Strategic partnerships with major brands like Acer, Peopleway, and Los Angeles World Airports demonstrate Designit's ability to influence and innovate across diverse sectors.
  • The appointment of experienced leaders like Nicolas Parmaksizian as CEO and Mikkel Lemvig as creative director signals strong leadership and potential for growth.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape of design and innovation consultancy requires Designit to continuously innovate to maintain its edge.
  • Balancing consultancy services with content curation may stretch resources thin, potentially impacting the quality of both offerings.

What makes Designit unique

  • Designit.com uniquely integrates strategic design, user experience, and behavioral design to solve complex problems, setting it apart from traditional design firms.
  • Their focus on sustainable and ethical design practices, such as low-impact eating and ethical food consumption, aligns with growing consumer demand for responsible business practices.
  • The company's emphasis on 'trustability' and hybrid futures showcases a forward-thinking approach that anticipates and adapts to societal changes.

Benefits

Health, vision, & dental insurance

FSAs

Discounts on pet insurance

PTO

Paid holidays

Remote work flexibility

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