Administrative Assistant

Lead Administrative Assistant

Location(s): Smyrna, TN

Job Schedule: Full-time - in office Monday-Friday

Education Requirement: High school diploma/GED Equivalency required. Associate's degree in business administration, management, or a related field preferred.

Come Drive Innovation with Us. We are currently looking for a Lead Administrative Assistant to join our team in Smyrna, TN.

The Lead Administrative Assistant will oversee and coordinate the activities of the administrative support team, ensuring seamless and efficient office operations. This pivotal role involves providing strategic guidance and support to administrative assistants, fostering a productive and positive work environment, and driving continuous improvement in administrative processes. The Lead Administrative Assistant will additionally provide support to a team of senior executives.

A Day in the Life:

• Manage the daily activities of administrative assistants.
• Provide training, guidance, and support to administrative staff.
• Ensure efficient office operations and workflow.
• Coordinate and schedule meetings, appointments, and events.
• Assist in the preparation of reports, presentations, and correspondence.
• Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• Implement and enforce office policies and procedures.
• Contribute to performance evaluations and provide feedback to staff.
• Address and resolve any administrative issues or conflicts.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth operations.

Who We're Looking for:

• High school diploma/GED Equivalency required. Associate's degree in business administration, management, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of experience supporting executives as an administrative assistant.
• Proven experience as an administrative assistant acting in a lead role.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

What You'll Look Forward to at Nissan:

Career Growth and Continuous Learning Opportunities: Benefit from diverse career paths, cross-departmental moves, and innovative learning platforms. Enhance your skills through seminars, leadership training, and tuition reimbursement programs, all while playing a vital role in shaping the future of transportation. From day one, you'll have the support to tackle challenges and contribute to impactful solutions across our organization.

Rewards: Be supported with a Comprehensive Benefits Package, including medical, mental health, parental leave, retirement savings & unique Nissan perks, including discounts on lease vehicles as part of our Employee Lease Program and a Vehicle Purchase Program (VPP). For more information, access our Nissan Benefits Overview Guide.

Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of drug and background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Nissan will consider qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with these laws.

It is Nissan's policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility.

Nissan FOR EVERYONE

People are our most valuable assets, and Nissan seeks to maximize the power of each individual member of our team. When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable. Nissan aims to improve business results through a workplace and business that meets the needs of our employees and customer base.

Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard. We have Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the Americas that are open to all employees and seek to connect employees through common interests and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included.

Nissan also values inclusion in our business as we respect and recognize the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business. We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services, retailing our products, and communicating from a position that will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products.

Join us as we carry our commitment to our employees and customers into the future.

Smyrna Tennessee United States of America