Executive Assistant to CEO - Creative Financial Staffing

About the Organization & Opportunity:

• Our client is a well-known government contractor with contracts supporting different cabinet departments
• Highly visible position directly supporting CEO
• Employees praise the organization’s education, training programs and professional development
• Free parking or a short walk from the metro

Executive Assistant to CEO

Location: McLean, VA

Schedule:

• Typical work week is Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm (40 hours/week).
• Candidates should have flexibility for an earlier start time on days with important morning meetings.

Position Overview:

Our client is seeking an Executive Assistant with extensive C-Suite level experience to primarily support their CEO.

Responsibilities:

• A main responsibility of the Executive Assistant role will be managing the CEO’s calendar
• Executive Assistant will prioritize and gatekeep CEO’s schedule and time
• Executive Assistant will coordinate in-person and virtual meetings
• Executive Assistant will provide administrative support directly to CEO
• Executive Assistant will make travel arrangements for the CEO including hotel and air travel
• Executive Assistant will complete ad hoc administrative tasks, as requested

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience at Executive Assistant level
• US Citizenship required
• Previous C-suite level experience is a strong plus
• Previous government contractor experience is a plus
• Degree is a plus but not required
• Proficiency utilizing Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Teams
• Excel – basic to intermediate skills
• PowerPoint – able to access, proofread, etc. (this role will not be creating new presentations)

Personality Fit:

• Detail oriented
• Highly professional
• Thrives in fast paced work environment
• Skilled in relationship building – cross departmental communication, executive level support
• High degree of professionalism, tact, confidentiality
• Able to ask questions and be comfortable with proactively asking questions
• Strong proofreading skills
• Attentive to detail especially when it comes to calendar management
• Resourceful, team player

Qualified candidates please submit your resume for immediate consideration for this exciting job opportunity!

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