Administrative AssistantCome join one of America's fastest-growing insurance companies. Since 1848, National Life Group has aimed to keep our promises, providing families with stability in good times and in bad. Throughout that history, we have provided peace of mind to those families as they plan their futures.We foster a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and encourage our associates to live our values: Do good. Be good. Make good.In this role, you will provide administrative support to our Chief Investment Officer (CIO) and NLG Capital Leadership team.
In addition, you will be responsible for planning, organizing and/or managing special projects to deliver against our strategic objectives. Providing in-depth administrative and project coordination support, you will interface with external partners and all levels of leadership throughout the Company. Strong organization, prioritization, discretionary judgement, communication and multi-tasking skills are essential in this role and are the keys to your success in handling ever-changing demands and bringing leaders together.This position currently offers an onsite work schedule, with the expectation that you are in the office four days per week during onsite core days. Our current onsite core days are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. The work schedule type and core days are subject to change with advance notification and manager discretion.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesProvide timely and effective administrative support to our CIO and the NLG Capital Leadership TeamDraft communications as needed; collaborate with leadership on messaging and manage information flowArrange travel, accommodations, itineraries and all correspondence related to necessary arrangements including management of expense reportsPlan, organize and execute events such as meetings, team building activities, luncheons, client dinners and special projectsManage the day-to-day administrative affairs of our CIO - maintaining a high degree of confidentiality & discretion; anticipate needs and proactively bring together appropriate people and resources to support our CIO in addressing issuesProvide comprehensive support services to our CIO that ensures professional, responsive, and effective experiences at all levels of the organization – tracks and helps drive completion of key deliverables and follows up on outstanding action itemsProvide sophisticated calendar management; prioritize inquiries and requests while troubleshooting conflicts with little guidance, make judgements and recommendations to ensure smooth day-to-day engagementsManage a variety of departmental operations, such as team onboarding and inventory needs.Work collaboratively with other administrative professionals to request and assemble information, assist in formatting, and proof reading of business documents, as well as internal and external communications – commitment to the success of the team over personal successMinimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field; equivalent years of job experience or certificationMinimum of 5 years of administrative professional experienceExperience in project coordinationHigh level interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations; position continually requires demonstrated poise, tact and diplomacy and ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees, customers and vendorsStrong verbal, written, and phone communication skillsA self-starter with the ability to work without direct supervision; think independently to problem solve; take the initiative to resolve administrative and procedural issues; evaluate alternatives and make recommendations with tact and discretionAbility to work in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment with demonstrated ability to manage multiple competing tasks and demands.Willing and available to work the hours necessary to meet the demands of the business.Completes assignments efficiently and in a timely manner, demonstrating a commitment to quality and attention to detail.Ability to work onsite Monday – Thursday, with flexibility to be onsite on Fridays when there is a business need.Able to pass a background check.Preferred QualificationsProficient with various job-related computer software applications (e.g., MSO365, Concur, Salesforce, UltiPro) as well as the demonstrated ability to rapidly learn new company-specific systems and processesYour benefits start day one and are flexible and customizable to your and your family's specific needs.
Check out the BENEFITS of a Career at National Life!Base Pay Range. The base pay range for this position is the range National Life reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors, including: prior experience and job-related knowledge; education, training and certificates; current business needs; and market factors. The final salary or hourly wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. Additional Compensation and Benefits. The total compensation package for this position may also include a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered.
The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in National Life's discretionary annual incentive programs, subject to the rules governing such programs. If hired, the employee will be in an "at-will position" and National Life reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. National Life is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis and the role remains open until filled.Hourly Pay Range$18 - $27 USD