Executive Assistant, Public Affairs

Strategic Communications Assistant SKDK is an award-winning strategic communications, public affairs, and advertising agency. With offices in Washington, D.C., New York, Boston, Albany, and Los Angeles, SKDK partners with Fortune 500 companies, nonprofits, philanthropies, political candidates, and committees to solve complex challenges through integrated communications strategy, storytelling, content creation, crisis management, media placement, and digital innovation. Committed to building diverse and inclusive teams, SKDK delivers transformative results for its clients. Whether it's helping in a crisis, developing a media plan, honing a persuasive message or building a coalition, our Public Affairs team brings unmatched expertise to navigating complex issues and shaping narratives. There is no company that better understands the intersection of press, politics, and policy. Responsibilities Scheduling partners' calendars and organizing international and domestic travel Organizing client and internal meetings including setting up meeting space, creating presentations, drafting agendas, writing memos, and organizing meeting materials Owning pieces of research projects that will inform client work such as media monitoring, including broadcast, print, online and digital. Supporting client relationship management, including organizing calls and managing the workflow with the client and team. Developing ability to support the paid media process through drafting briefs, working with vendors, and managing work flow. Qualifications 2-4 years of experience supporting an executive through prior work as an Executive Assistant or Scheduler Strong writing and research skills with thorough knowledge of AP Style. Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail. Knowledge and passion for political campaigns and political advertising Ability to adapt and respond quickly to changing landscapes and to work well under pressure Experience exercising discretion and confidentiality with sensitive company information. Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and handle competing deadlines. Benefits SKDK is committed to pay equity. SKDK believes the target base compensation in this role is $68,000-$75,000. In addition to base salary, SKDK considers other key components as part of total compensation, including but not limited to an annual discretionary bonus, commission on new business, and a comprehensive benefits package. Actual base compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors, such as skillset, level of experience, and location. What we offer: SKDK provides a generous benefits package including excellent coverage for health, vision, and dental insurance premiums; paid parental leave; time off including vacation, holidays, and sick time; 401(k) with an employer contribution, reimbursement for cellular service, public transportation benefits, and additional benefits. SKDK believes in the growth and development of all our employees and therefore we offer:Professional development and career guidanceOpportunities for advancementParticipation in Employee Resource Groups A collegial and supportive office environment Equal Opportunities SKDK is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. It is our policy to recruit, hire, train, and promote without regard to race, religion, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any protected category. SKDK