Facilities Assistant

Role Overview:

The Facilities Assistant supports facilities operations and office services functions to ensure the effective and efficient delivery of services and maintenance of the office’s physical space. This role responds to general facilities and office maintenance requests and has production-related duties.

At Cornerstone Research, you will be part of a thriving, 1,100-strong team that spans nine offices, comprises more than 55 nationalities, and leads the industry in its commitment to develop team members across all levels. Inc. Magazine has recognized Cornerstone Research five times as a Best Workplace for its outstanding employee engagement, collaborative culture, and professional growth opportunities.

You’ll Love It Here If You:

• Embrace learning and continuous improvement

• Set and strive for a high bar of excellence

• Believe that teamwork leads to success: ask us what it means to be #onefirmfirm!

• Take pride in always doing your best work, even if it’s harder or takes longer

• Are passionate about what you do

How You'll Help Our Team Succeed:

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• Responds and follows up appropriately to reports of facilities service request via integrated facilities management system

• Ensures orderliness in “common” areas including reception, conference rooms, pantries, kitchens, cafe, and restrooms

• Performs daily inspection of the facility including exterior areas, as applicable

• Maintains pantries, kitchens, coffee stations and lunch areas and ensures appropriate stock of dishes and utensils are available

• Monitors, organizes, and restocks inventory of miscellaneous consumables, office supplies, printer/copy areas and restroom supplies

• Sets up and resets conference rooms, and cafe for meetings, receptions, and special events; assists with external setups/resets as needed

• Assists with updating facility related spreadsheets and databases as needed

• Assists with document management as outlined in firm’s retention policy

• Performs basic operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of office machinery

• Completes production requests including copying/assembling binders and documents

• Communicates issues to ensure deadlines are met

• Sorts, logs, and distributes mail and packages

• Assists with office moves and prepares workstations for new employees

• Assists with assembling and moving office furniture as needed

• Assists with collection of office recycling and the shredding program

• Runs errands, handles pick-ups and deliveries, and courier case documents as needed while ensuring confidentiality of materials

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

The statements contained in this position description are not all-inclusive; additional duties may be assigned and requirements may vary from time to time, and from location to location.

What You'll Need to Be Successful:

Core Competencies

Job Knowledge: demonstrates the appropriate level of proficiency, skills, and knowledge for the position, as well as a commitment to continuous improvement and development. Client Service: effectively anticipates, monitors, and meets the needs of internal and external clients by delivering a high-quality product. Business Acumen: understanding of the firm’s financial and operational functions. Aligns services and performance of self, team, and/or department with the firm’s strategic goals. Communication: communicates effectively and professionally with colleagues, clients and vendors. Leadership: demonstrates a strong commitment to the firm’s values and strategic goals. Serves as a role model and promotes a positive work environment.

Experience/Skills/Education

• 1+ years of directly related general office, facilities, or administrative experience
• Must be able to operate basic hand tools
• Ability to assemble office furniture and equipment
• Basic computer skills and working knowledge of MS Office required
• CPR and first aid certification a plus
• High School diploma or demonstrated equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

Physical Skills and Abilities

Must be able to regularly lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted and occasionally up to 50 lbs. assisted by equipment or other employees. The duties include bending, stooping, lifting, pushing, pulling and climbing ladders, as necessary.  Infrequent travel may be requested.

Working Conditions

This position is in a typical office environment. May periodically travel to other office locations. This is a fully On-Site/In-Office position.   

Who We Are:

Cornerstone Research provides economic and financial analysis and expert testimony in all phases of commercial litigation and regulatory proceedings.

We work with a broad network of testifying experts, including leaders from academia and industry, who are recognized for their depth of knowledge, accomplishments, and research. Our staff consultants contribute expertise in economics, finance, accounting, and marketing, as well as business acumen, familiarity with the litigation process, and a commitment to produce outstanding results.

We’re looking for passionate individuals who share our firm’s core values and can bring varied perspectives and experiences to our team. The firm’s uniquely collegial, supportive atmosphere makes Cornerstone Research a great place to work. We invest in our people in a host of ways, from providing meaningful learning and development opportunities to organizing memorable social events. To many, our culture and our people are the most exciting, enriching aspects of a Cornerstone Research career.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Cornerstone Research provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to legally protected categories, such as age, sex, gender, gender identity, race, color, creed/religious belief, medical condition, predisposing genetic characteristics or genetic information or testing, disability, marital status, pregnancy status, military status, veteran status, arrest or conviction record (except where permitted by law), sexual orientation, ethnic background, citizen status, ancestry, national origin, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law.