Peacock & Pillar, LLC Administration and Operations Assistant Richmond, VA · Remote · Full time Company website
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The Administration and Operations Assistant plays a vital role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the firm, ensuring all studios run efficiently, professionally, and at a consistently high standard. This role works closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to coordinate office management, administrative functions, and operational workflows across the business. The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented, with a strong sense of ownership and a willingness to jump in wherever needed. By supporting leadership with scheduling, reporting, and logistics, this individual helps keep the team aligned, supported, and moving forward. This is a dynamic, hands-on role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and enjoys bringing structure, clarity, and follow-through to a wide range of responsibilities.

About Peacock & Pillar, LLC

Pillar & Peacock is an interior design firm dedicated to synthesizing beauty and function. Our name reflects our commitment to both exquisite design and precise planning: Pillar, for architectural fundamentals that yield functionality, and Peacock, for flourishes of bold beauty. Our projects include residential and commercial spaces, new home construction, renovations, additions, multi-family complexes, offices, and interior-design only projects. We’re driven by the firm belief that design should be an authentic reflection of you. To achieve this, we begin every partnership by dedicating time to develop a clear understanding of the motivation behind your project, as well as your style, budget, and goals to make sure our design comfortably fits your criteria. Pillar & Peacock’s personalized, collaborative approach ensures not only seamless roll-outs, but also completed projects that stand the test of time—intuitive, beautiful, visionary spaces that simply work, not just today, but always.

Description

Responsibilities & Duties

Administrative & Operations

  • Manage calendars for Principals
  • Coordinate Principal & team travel arrangements 
  • Serve as primary liaison with IT for tech issues 
  • Manage office budgets & recurring expenses in partnership with Bookkeepers and Accountants 
  • Support VP of Operations and Purchasing Manager on data pulls & ongoing reporting needs
  • Provide administrative support to owners & VP of Operations as needed (presentation preparation, meeting scheduling etc)
  • Own new employee onboarding (scheduling, tech set up, etc)


Office & Intern Support 

  • Manage Interns in each studio, supporting them on various office management related functions
  • Coordinate office logistics & payments for cleaners, HVAC servicing, plumbers etc


Other Duties

  • Support various business functions on an as needed basis 
  • Administrative support Marketing 
  • Bookkeeping assistance
  • HR support
  • Organize company retreats and other outings 


 Qualifications & Skills

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, Interior Design or related field
  • Minimum 3 years of work experience in Operations or other Generalist capacity
  • Proficient in Canva, Adobe Creative Suite (especially InDesign), Microsoft Office, and Mac OS. 
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and presentation skills.
  • Detail-oriented, creative, and eager to problem solve

 

Working Conditions

  • Full Time, 40 hours a week
  • Remote.Requires comfort working both independently and collaboratively with teams across multiple locations.


 

Physical Requirements:

  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Must be able to occasionally stand, walk, bend, and reach as needed to review materials, samples, or perform site visits.
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds (e.g., material boards, sample boxes, or presentation materials).
  • Must be able to clearly communicate with clients, team members, and vendors in both in-person and virtual settings.

 

Pillar and Peacock is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, service member status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran, or any other protected classification under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

 

About Pillar & Peacock

Pillar and Peacock is an interior design firm dedicated to synthesizing beauty and function. Our name reflects our commitment to both exquisite design and precise planning: Pillar, for architectural fundamentals that yield functionality, and Peacock, for flourishes of bold beauty. Our projects include residential and commercial spaces, new home construction, renovations, additions, multi-family complexes, offices, and interior design-only projects. We have a growing team with studios in Florence (AL), Richmond (VA), and Irvington (VA), with a few remote team members in Birmingham, Huntsville, and Portland.


Salary

$50,000 - $50,000 per year

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