Executive Assistant
Role Overview
The Executive Assistant provides high-level administrative and organizational support to senior executives.
This role is responsible for managing calendars, coordinating meetings and travel, handling confidential information, preparing reports and presentations, and serving as a key liaison between executives, employees, clients, and external stakeholders.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
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Position Summary
The Executive Assistant provides high-level administrative and organizational support to senior executives. This role is responsible for managing calendars, coordinating meetings and travel, handling confidential information, preparing reports and presentations, and serving as a key liaison between executives, employees, clients, and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Manage complex executive calendars, including scheduling meetings, appointments, and events.
- Coordinate domestic and international travel arrangements, including flights, hotels, transportation, and itineraries.
- Prepare, edit, and distribute correspondence, presentations, reports, and meeting materials.
- Screen and prioritize incoming communications, including emails, phone calls, and mail.
- Organize and coordinate internal and external meetings, including agendas, meeting logistics, and follow-up action items.
- Maintain confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
- Track projects, deadlines, and key initiatives to ensure timely completion.
- Assist with budget tracking, expense reporting, and invoice processing.
- Coordinate special projects and company events as assigned.
- Serve as a liaison between executives and internal departments, customers, vendors, and business partners.
- Maintain accurate records, files, and documentation.
- Support executive decision-making by gathering information and preparing reports as needed.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field preferred.
- 3-5+ years of administrative support experience, preferably supporting senior-level executives.
- Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced corporate environment.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- High level of professionalism and discretion with confidential information.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work independently and anticipate executive needs.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and customer-service mindset.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer.
- Ability to occasionally lift and carry office materials up to 20 pounds.
- Ability to attend meetings and move throughout the office as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting C-suite or senior leadership teams.
- Experience with expense management and travel booking systems.
- Project coordination or event planning experience.
- Knowledge of business operations, HR, finance, or customer service functions.
Key Competencies
- Professionalism and confidentiality
- Organization and planning
- Communication skills
- Initiative and follow-through
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Attention to detail
- Relationship building
- Time management
Reports To: Executive Leadership Team Member (President, CEO, COO, CFO, etc.)
About MIDLAND
MIDLAND is a privately held U.S. distributor of paper, packaging, equipment, supplies, and marketing services for businesses.
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