Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant

American Pride Bank was founded in 2007 by first-generation Americans and entrepreneurs to ensure everyone has fair access to financial products and services needed to achieve their American Dream. Our mission is to build a diverse-owned bank that serves ambitious, underestimated people and places, creating pathways for generational wealth, growing local economies, and reducing economic disparities. We are more than a bank; we are trusted partners who ensure every customer and business owner can achieve their American Dream. We take pride in seeing our communities prosper and knowing we played a part in that success. Our niche is serving small business owners, providing dignity in banking, and making people feel seen and valued. Through it all, we offer responsive, flexible, and tailored banking services that allow our customers to make money, build wealth, and secure a long-term legacy of financial well-being.

Title: Executive Assistant

Reports To: Chief of Staff

Primary Executive Supported: President & Chief Executive Officer

Location: Hybrid / Remote. Preferred locations - based in North Carolina, Georgia, Columbia, SC, or Tampa, FL.

Travel Requirement: Monthly travel to support in-person Board of Directors Meetings

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Summary

The Executive Assistant is primarily responsible for providing high-level executive support to the President & Chief Executive Officer. The role ensures the President & CEO's time, priorities, communications, and interactions are managed with precision, discretion, and efficiency. While this position reports to the Chief of Staff, the reporting relationship exists to optimize the logistical operations, coordination, and execution of the President & CEO's priorities. Secondarily, the role supports logistics for select members of the board & executive leadership team as needed to advance the President & CEO's strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• President & CEO Executive Support: Provide comprehensive administrative and logistical support, including complex calendar management, meeting coordination, travel arrangements, and expense reporting.
• Priority Management: Anticipate scheduling conflicts, prioritize competing demands, and protect the President & CEO's time in alignment with established priorities.
• Meeting Coordination: Coordinate preparation, logistics, and follow-up for internal and external meetings involving the President & CEO.
• Communications: Draft, edit, and format correspondence, presentations, talking points, and materials in collaboration with the Chief of Staff.
• Stakeholder Liaison: Serve as a trusted gatekeeper and point of coordination for internal and external stakeholders.
• Relationship Management: Maintain a list of priority contacts and arrange high-level engagements, such as dinners and lunches, with key constituents.
• Visibility Support: Orchestrate regular meetings with regulators, shareholders, and employees to support the President & CEO's presence and visibility.
• Chief of Staff Alignment: Coordinate closely with the Chief of Staff to track action items, deadlines, and follow-ups related to executive activities.
• Operational Discipline: Support process improvement regarding executive workflows, communications, and meeting cadences.
• Executive Team Support: Provide limited administrative support to the broader executive leadership team as required to advance the President & CEO's priorities.

Qualifications

• Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree or equivalent and 3+ years of experience in complex administrative support.
• Professionalism: High degree of discretion and confidentiality is essential, sound judgment, and executive-level presence.
• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Communication: Clear, polished written and verbal communication skills.

Compensation

Base Salary Range: $60,000 - $85,000 The specific salary offer for the successful candidate will be determined based on several factors, including depth of relevant experience, specialized skills, and the primary work location (Tampa, Charlotte, Columbia, or Atlanta). Total Rewards Package:

• Comprehensive Insurance: We provide a robust benefits package, including premium medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families.
• Retirement Security: Eligibility for the Bank's 401(k) retirement plan
• Work-Life Balance: A generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program
• Professional Development: Access to ongoing training and certifications to support your growth within the executive administration and banking officer career
• Ownership Opportunity: This position is eligible for participation in the Bank's Employee Stock Option Program once launched, providing you with a direct stake in the institution's long-term growth and financial success