Executive Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION OVERVIEWReporting to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the Executive Assistant (EA) functions both proactively, and in response to requests from the CEO, to relieve the CEO of administrative work. This role performs a variety of administrative functions, including scheduling across time zones and handling personal details. The EA will utilize discretion and tact, in addition to a considerable degree of independent judgment, in carrying out assigned work. The Executive Assistant also liaises with senior leaders and the Chief Executive Officer to manage priorities, optimize communications flow and maximize executive effectiveness when scheduling. Ultimately, this role provides high-touch executive support, ensuring leadership bandwidth is protected.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESCOLLABORATION & COMMUNICATIONAn Executive Assistant that receives, screens, and processes telephone calls, mail, visitors and meeting requests.Ensures the CEO is kept apprised of all current issues; reviews and analyzes various documents for the purpose of identifying items to bring to the attention of the CEO or senior leaders.Communicates with senior leaders, employees, outside stakeholders, and other individuals as needed to exchange information or resolve problems.Handles information of a confidential and/or sensitive nature; exercises judgment, professional discretion and confidentiality.PREPARATION AND FOLLOW-THROUGHAn Executive Assistant that drafts and/or proofreads correspondence and other documentation.Makes executive travel arrangements, including international travel arrangements, reservations, and accommodations; manages associated logistics; arranges meetings including meeting room reservation and set-up, placing and picking up food orders, etc.Ensures appropriate support materials are prepared, assembled, and distributed, e.g., hand-outs, meeting agendas, presentation materials.Ensures follow-up and follow-through after meetings, travel, and important events, including by collecting receipts and preparing expense reimbursement requests.SYSTEMS AND PROCESS IMPROVEMENTAn Executive Assistant that establishes administrative systems that improve accountability and executive cadence.Oversees files and records maintenance for the CEO; oversees and maintains office supplies inventory.Audits processes and creates or updates standard operating procedures on a continuous basis, keeping records accurate and aligned with company policies and standards; actively looks for ways to reduce manual processes and increase efficiency and effectiveness while ensuring appropriate security protocols are maintained.QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCEAn Executive Assistant with a bachelor's degree in business administration, or a related field is strongly preferred; experience can substitute on a year for year basis for a degree.At least five years of recent relevant experience required.At least three years of recent experience supporting a C-level executive required.Experience with Office 365 (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel) at the Intermediate level strongly preferred.Able to demonstrate exceptional attention to detail.Able to solve problems proactively.Able to work discreetly and professionally with confidential and sensitive information.Able to be adaptable and effective in fast-paced, growing environmentsAble to demonstrate a collaborative, team-first mindset with a positive, solution-focused approach.The EA must possess access to a reliable form of transportation with the ability to work in the office during standard business hours Monday – Thursday, with a one-hour lunch, unless an alternate schedule is approved. This includes the option to work from home on Fridays during standard business hours with a one-hour lunch, unless an alternate schedule is approved. This position is expected to perform work outside and beyond normal working hours during times of critical deadlines, projects, or when there are time-sensitive duties.COMPANY OVERVIEWHeadquartered in West Palm Beach, FL, Schuyler Line Navigation Company (SLNC) is a U.S. flagged maritime transportation and logistics provider specializing in commercial and government cargo services.With a commitment to operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and financial discipline, SLNC ensures secure and efficient transportation solutions for defense, energy, and commercial customers. We operate in some of the most remote and austere environments globally, offering door-to-door logistics solutions tailored to our customers' needs.SLNC offers competitive pay, an exceptional culture and a generous benefits package.Schuyler Line Navigation Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants must be currently authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. This posting may be closed or canceled at any time based on business needs.Able to successfully pass a post-offer background check.