Northern Virginia
Salary Flexible – Depends on Experience
Executive Assistant to CEO
This company is seeking a seasoned Executive Assistant with C-Suite experience to run the daily executive office seamlessly while focusing in on direct support to the CEO. As the Executive Assistant to the CEO, you will master scheduling, incoming and outgoing communication and special projects in a busy environment. This role needs a proactive thinker with exceptional listening skills to further develop strategic initiatives related to the CEO and executive office projects. If you have experience working in a fast-paced team and enjoy taking on new challenges, send your resume today!
About the Job:
- Organize schedules efficiently for the CEO and executive office.
- Learn your target market and collaborate across teams on financial and strategic planning initiatives.
- Compile, edit and finalize reports across Microsoft Suite.
- Analyze and pull research related to special projects for the executive team to further business development.
- Assist with general operational duties such as supply inventory, receptionist functions, and record keeping.
- Act as a gatekeeper to external contacts, handling incoming inquiries.
- Act as an active listener; take meeting notes to assess consistent topics for leadership’s attention.
- Organize events, meetings and company-wide gatherings, including external catering or vendor selection, communication and bookings.
About the Culture:
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) plan, and PTO.
- A culture focused on work life balance, 40-hour work week, no overtime needed.
- Consistently highlighted as “Best Places to Work”.
About You:
- Experienced. Degreed with 2-5 years dedicated in the executive assistant field and C-level experience.
- Discrete. You operate with the highest level of confidentially.
- Self-starter. You enjoy taking ownership of projects and effectively communicate with department heads.
- MS Office guru. You not only advanced in Microsoft products but quick to learn new software.
- Trusted. The CEO is seeking an advisor-style Executive Assistant to contribute to their team.
- Sharp. You are “on” every minute of the day and can keep up a fast pace.
Diversity, Inclusion, and Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Essential to Hawthorne Lane’s success is our ability to attract talent from a range of backgrounds. Our network reflects the diverse community around us, and we believe in a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed. Applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.
To apply, please send resume to apply@hawthornelane.com.