Seeking a high-level Senior Executive Administrative Assistant. In this role, you won't just manage a desk; you’ll act as a strategic gatekeeper and force multiplier to executive leadership. This role requires a professional who can stay three steps ahead, navigating complex logistics and high-stakes environments with poise and total discretion.
Responsibilities
- Expert Calendar & Schedule Management: You will manage a complex, shifting calendar, prioritizing high-impact meetings while protecting "deep work" blocks.
- Proactive Anticipation: You possess a "sixth sense" for executive needs, identifying potential scheduling conflicts, preparing briefing materials, and solving problems.
- Global Travel Coordination: Lead the end-to-end planning of intricate international travel itineraries, including visas, ground transport, and time-zone-optimized scheduling.
- Confidentiality & Gatekeeping: Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders. You will handle highly sensitive, confidential information regarding company strategy and innovations with absolute integrity.
- Leadership Events: Plan and execute high-impact offsite retreats and leadership events, managing everything from venue sourcing to agenda flow.
- Office & Operations: Ensure the executive office environment is meticulously maintained and optimized for productivity.
Qualifications
- The Experience: 5+ years of experience supporting C-Suite executives
- The Mindset: A proactive, "no task too small" attitude paired with the sophistication to navigate "big picture" company goals.
- Education & Experience:
- Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Communications, or a related field is typically preferred.
- Proven Track Record: At least 5–10+ years of experience supporting C-level executives. Senior roles in complex or global environments often require 8–12+ years of high-touch executive support.
Required Skills
Technical & Professional Skills:
- Advanced Software Proficiency: Mastery of the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Google Workspace is essential.
- Scheduling Tools: Expertise in managing complex, multi-time-zone calendars using tools like Outlook Calendar or Google Calendar.
- Travel & Expense Management: Experience using platforms like Concur for booking international logistics and managing executive reporting.
Preferred Skills
Core Competencies (Soft Skills):
- Absolute Discretion: Proven ability to handle highly sensitive, confidential, and non-routine information with the utmost integrity.
- Proactive Problem-Solving: A "sixth sense" for anticipating needs, identifying potential scheduling conflicts, and resolving issues before they escalate.
- Emotional Intelligence: Strong "EQ" to read rooms, manage complex personalities, and serve as an effective liaison to board members and investors.
- Executive Presence: The confidence and professionalism required to represent the executive leadership in high-stakes interactions. Periodic travel will be required.
Other
20% local travel will be required
Must have reliable transportation and valid drivers license to ensure office operations run smoothly.
Senior Executive Administrative Assistant in Bergen County at Confidential Jobs
- Other openings
- 4
- Hiring in
- 4 locations
- Typical pay
- $45,000–$66,168
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This position is listed as full time and onsite. It was posted 6 days ago.