At Forge (NYSE: FRGE), we know our team is our greatest asset. As technology innovators in the private market, our vision is to deliver a richer future for everyone. We live that vision through our values of being bold, humble and accountable. We experience the value that our vision brings to the world every day, helping the teams behind the greatest innovations of our generation, from space travel to planet-saving, plant-based nutrition and more.
Our mission is to empower more people to exercise ownership in the world’s leading private companies via a world-class technology platform with access to the largest network of buyers and sellers in the world. With liquidity solutions, exclusive data and insights, a custody offering, and a vibrant marketplace, Forge’s goal is to build the best-in-class technology infrastructure to power a global private market that is transparent, accessible and seamless for companies, their employees and investors. Through Forge, employees can sell their private shares, employers can reward shareholders with pre-IPO liquidity and individual and institutional investors can participate in private unicorn growth.
Forge's differentiated global marketplace addresses rising demand among individual and institutional investors for exposure to private company stocks and it is building a growing network effect with defensible competitive advantages. The Forge marketplace has over 440,000 registered users and private shares have traded in more than 500 companies since inception, representing over $12 billion in volume across over 21,000+ transactions.
Our ability to offer these powerful financial solutions has generated incredible interest from investors, demand from customers, and a need to grow our team to meet the needs of more companies, teams and innovators in this way. You can learn more about Forge in the following video : “The private market future starts now”.
The Role : We are seeking an experienced and people focused Office Manager to oversee and manage our fast-paced office environment in New York. This person should have a passion for creating organized and scalable operations, while fostering strong relationships with colleagues to deliver outstanding support to our workforce. The ideal candidate can work autonomously, is easily adaptable, a proven team player, and brings their positivity to work each day.
This dynamic role will report into the Director of Workplace & Real Estate and will be in charge of maintaining a welcoming office space and assisting with various office management duties, communication support, and creating an exceptional employee experience for anyone in our New York office.
Role Location: This role will be expected to be onsite at our office in SoHo, New York at least 4 days per week.
Responsibilities:
Provide a welcoming experience for all onsite guests
Manage day-to-day office operations, vendor management, supply ordering, badge setup, organizing mail, visitor access, safety & security protocols, and tracking budget spend related to office manager tasks
Plan and execute in-office events such as happy hours and weekly lunches, along with oversight support for in-office department onsites and company meetings
Provide assistance for the office relocation scheduled for 2024, including vendor coordination, administrative responsibilities, and the seamless setup of employees
Collaborate closely with the Director of Workplace & Real Estate regarding office requirements and opportunities for enhancement
Help with additional projects and tasks for the Workplace & People team as needed
Required Qualifications:
High level of discernment and confidentiality
Proficient in multitasking with a keen attention to detail, ensuring tasks are organized and completed accurately within set timelines
Demonstrate welcoming demeanor and team spirit, with a quick-learning ability and the capacity to work independently
Ability to sit for extended periods at front reception and lift up to 30lbs
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft 365
2-3 years experience in an office administration or recruiting role
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with basic IT knowledge such as Zoom, troubleshooting, and conference room setup
Prior experience in customer service or hospitality field
For residents of San Francisco/Bay Area, CA or New York, NY the annual salary range for this role is starting at $ 80,000 with an annual bonus. Final offers may vary from the amount listed based on geography, candidate experience and expertise , bonus, and other factors.
Forge implements a mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, which applies to all employees. All employees covered by this policy are required to be fully vaccinated as a term and condition of employment at Forge. Employees are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after completing primary vaccination with a COVID-19 vaccine, with, if applicable, at least the minimum recommended interval between doses. Employees must provide truthful and accurate information about their COVID-19 vaccination status, and, if applicable, their testing results as of the first date of their employment.
Employees may request an exception from this mandatory vaccination policy if the vaccine is medically contraindicated for them or medical necessity requires a delay in vaccination. Employees also may be legally entitled to a reasonable accommodation if they cannot be vaccinated because of a disability, or if the provisions in this policy for vaccination conflict with a sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance. All such requests will be handled in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
Forge is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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