SVP Executive Assistant
This role will provide executive administrative support to the Houston-based Sr. Vice Presidents (SVP). This position will perform a wide array of highly complex and confidential administrative tasks for the Sr. Vice Presidents and their respective divisions and / or delegates. The SVP Executive Assistant will report to the Sr. Executive Assistant. This is a full-time exempt, in-person position.
Duties and Responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities of the SVP Executive Assistant include, but are not limited to, the following :
- Managing the day-to-day operations of each SVPs office to include confirming daily appointments, intercepting conflicts, and prioritizing emergencies
- Proofreading, researching, verifying and routing correspondence for review, signature and / or execution
- Managing multiple calendars accurately, efficiently and frequently, to keep the SVP on schedule
- Monitoring voicemail on behalf of the SVP
- Coordinating and scheduling meetings on behalf of the SVP, including material preparation, venue selection, availability, rescheduling, etc.
- Managing professional organization / committee memberships
- Assisting in the planning and execution of various projects and activities for the SVP and division
- Managing business development activities, client entertainment, committee / organization involvement, etc.
- Assisting in tracking the progress of all projects by meeting regularly with the SVP, obtaining and researching updates, circulating required documentation and managing the project data via Salesforce
- Acting as liaison between the SVP and direct reports, as well upper management (CEO / President / CFO), as needed
- Coordinating and organizing travel, as well as processing monthly expense reports
- Managing candidate interviews, visitors and guests
- Providing personal support, as needed
Skills and Qualifications
Ability to clearly understand the organizations objectives and proactively anticipate opportunities to assist team members in meeting these objectivesHigh attention to detail with strong organization and problem-solving skillsAbility to handle confidential information in a professional mannerExcellent time-management skillsExcellent verbal and non-verbal communication skillsAbility to be strategic, efficient, proactive, flexible and responsive, as neededMust be able to demonstrate professionalism in all aspects when communicating on behalf of the SVP with clients, customers, the executive team and / or staffExcellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with employees across all levels of the organizationMust be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite to include Outlook, Word and Excel; Working knowledge of Salesforce and Concur are preferred, but not requiredAbility to work independently, with minimal supervisionAbility to show initiative, make sound judgement calls and anticipate the needs of the SVPAbility to effectively manage multiple projects / priorities simultaneously, while keeping track of expected deadlinesAbility to provide effective support to multiple people, each with different personalitiesMinimum of 7-10 years recent experience as a senior administrative assistant, supporting multiple executives; Some exposure to the construction industry is highly desirableArch-Con is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status