- Location
- Niskayuna VERNOVA NY US 3, United States of America
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Administration
- Experience
- 6+ years
- Education
- High School
- Visa
- Not sponsored
- Source
- Workday
Description
Job Description Summary
At GE Vernova’s Advanced Research Center, we don’t just build technology—we solve the world’s toughest energy challenges. We are seeking an Administrative Assistant who excels at navigating shifting priorities with grace and precision. You will be the proactive heartbeat of our office, ensuring that our technical teams have the support, resources, and operational efficiency required to change the world.Job Description
Your Role
Arranging meetings, appointments, and travel plans for managers or teams, and booking conference rooms and coordinating calendars to avoid conflicts at 4 different campuses.
Supporting onboarding processes for new hires and helping improve office processes and policies to enhance efficiency. Coordinating visitors through registration at 4 different campus locations, transportation logistics, lodge reservations, conference room facilities, and refreshment and meal planning. This includes planning and operations around large symposia (300-600 people).
Providing general administrative support to managers, executives, or departments, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
Planning, preparing, editing, and formatting documents such as organizational newsletters, and reports using Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize work, and maintain attention to detail.
Clear oral and written communication, professionalism in interactions with staff, clients, and visitors. Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to anticipate needs, resolve minor issues independently, and support workflow improvements.
Handling sensitive information with care and maintaining professional standards
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, OR a high school diploma/GED with at least 6 years of relevant experience in a related field.
3+ years of experience with MS Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and office equipment.
Desired Qualifications
Strong ability to learn new digital tools for travel, ordering material, booking conference rooms, etc.
Additional Information
GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position only:
*The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.
This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on August 04, 2026.
Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance and 12 paid holidays. New hires also receive 40 hours of personal business time, 160 hours of personal illness and caregiving time (subject to state law), and two weeks of annual vacation (which may be pro-rated based on start date).
GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
