Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant Atlanta, GA Executive Assistant to Vice President Work Arrangement: This role requires in-office presence a minimum of four (4) days per week (currently Monday–Thursday), with additional in-office support as needed. Experience Requirement: A minimum of five (5) years of experience supporting senior-level executives is required. Job Summary The Executive Assistant provides comprehensive administrative and operational support to the Vice President within a dynamic corporate environment. This role requires a highly organized, proactive professional who can manage competing priorities with minimal supervision while maintaining a high level of discretion. The Executive Assistant serves as a key partner to the VP, coordinating complex calendars, travel, and leadership engagements, while collaborating closely with executive offices across the Southern Company footprint. The role requires the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with utmost professionalism and integrity. Job Requirements Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required Bachelor’s degree preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Minimum of 5 years of experience supporting senior-level executives in a corporate environment Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality and exercise sound judgment Proven experience managing complex executive calendars, travel arrangements, and high-volume communications with minimal direction Proficiency in timekeeping, expense reporting, and financial/administrative processes Strong decision-making skills with the ability to anticipate needs and resolve issues proactively Exceptional organizational, prioritization, and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple high-priority tasks simultaneously Advanced written and verbal communication skills, including proofreading and attention to detail Ability to represent the Office of the VP professionally in interactions with executives, employees, external partners, and vendors Strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across administrative and operational teams Experience managing budgets and expense accounts High level of professionalism, initiative, and reliability, with a strong service-oriented mindset Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe tools Comfortable with modern workplace technology, including virtual meetings, conferencing platforms, and hybrid collaboration tools Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities Behavioral Attributes: High accountability with a can-do attitude and commitment to excellence Professionalism, integrity, and discretion in all interactions Positive, resilient, and adaptable to change Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative, team-oriented mindset Authentic, candid, and trustworthy communicator About Southern Company Southern Company is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. In pursuit of clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy, the company operates electric utilities, natural gas distribution, generation, distributed energy solutions, fiber optics, and telecommunications services. It commits to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, working toward net‑zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Southern Company offers a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes a competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees, and health, welfare, and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional well-being. Additional compensation may include incentive programs as described in the applicable incentive plan(s). Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer; applicants’ qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law. Job Identification: 19530 Job Category: Information Technology Company: Southern Company Services #J-18808-Ljbffr Cooper Lighting Solutions