S&C Electric Company · 5 days ago
Lead Executive Assistant
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$94K/yr - $125K/yr
7+ years expS&C Electric Company is a trusted leader in the electrical industry with over a century of innovation. The Lead Executive Assistant will provide strategic support to the CEO and Chief of Staff, managing complex deliverables and enhancing administrative processes to align with organizational goals.
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Responsibilities
Act as a trusted partner and project contributor for the C-suite, providing insights and recommendations that align with organizational goals and significantly improve administrative processes. Regularly facilitate executive meetings, ensuring clarity and alignment on key initiatives
Streamline executive workflows by using judgment to properly manage schedules, prioritize tasks, and coordinate logistics for meetings and travel. Implement systems to enhance productivity and ensure timely completion of executive tasks
Oversee and manage key projects on behalf of the C-suite, from initiation to completion. Complete critical aspects of deliverables with a hands-on approach, coordinate with various departments, track progress, and provide regular updates to key stakeholders
Function as a liaison between the CoS, S&C leadership, board of directors, sales personnel, customers, industry contacts, visitors, etc, making recommendations to enhance the communication process and improve communication channels where appropriate. Prepare and distribute communications, presentations, and reports, ensuring clarity and consistency in messaging
Manage sensitive and confidential information with the utmost discretion. Maintain organized records, files, and databases, ensuring data security protocols are adhered to at all times
Plan and coordinate high-level meetings, events, and engagements. Handle all logistical arrangements, including venue selection, catering, and guest coordination, ensuring seamless execution and representation of the organization. Coordinate detailed executive travel arrangements within and outside of the US and submit expense reports for all travel expenses. Oversees cost center budgets and processes invoices for payment
Conduct in-depth research, analyze data, and prepare comprehensive briefings and presentations for the C-suite. Produce complex documents and reports to support projects as a key contributor and hold themselves accountable to meet deadlines without constant supervision. Provide insights and recommendations based on findings, supporting informed decision-making processes
Cultivate and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, partners, and external parties. Coordinate meetings, follow-ups, and communications to enhance collaboration and support executive goals
Create and implement processes and policies within the executive support function. Make recommendations and work with other EAs to implement best practices, tools, and methodologies to optimize the efficiency, productivity, and overall effectiveness of the executive administrative support team. Coaches other EAs on best practices and reviews their work to ensure a high standard of support and adherence to EA policies and procedures is held consistently
Support the professional development of the C-suite by identifying learning opportunities, resources, and networks. Coordinate executive training, workshops, and conferences, ensuring continuous growth and enhancement of leadership capabilities
Understand and comply with all applicable Company policies and rules
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent working experience
7+ years of demonstrated experience providing executive-level support, including offering the highest level of forward-thinking and preemptive service and response
Proven track record in streamlining C-suite support processes and driving operational efficiency within a high-level executive environment. Takes ownership of administrative support processes and has the ability to hold oneself accountable for success
Strong interpersonal, networking, and influencing skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with high-level key stakeholders, both internally and externally, while fostering collaboration and partnership for future success
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively communicate with diverse stakeholders, including senior executives, customers, board members, and external partners. Able to use influential language within their function to accomplish tasks
Excellent organizational skills with a keen ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple assignments and schedules concurrently, and consistently meet tight deadlines
Ability to support and mentor junior staff, and drive continuous improvement initiatives within the executive support function
Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to gather, analyze, and summarize information to support executive decision-making processes
Good project management skills with experience in overseeing complex projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with strategic priorities
Ability to maintain confidential information
Highly proficient in Microsoft Office products including Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint with experience managing multiple executive accounts simultaneously
Preferred
Previous experience supporting an executive team in a multinational organization
Demonstrated experience and interest in internal and external communications, philanthropy, and sustainability desired
Benefits
Eligible for S&C’s annual incentive plan (AIP), subject to eligibility criteria
Company
S&C Electric Company
S&C Electric Company is a leading provider of switching, protection, and control solutions for electric power systems.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
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Anders Sjoelin
President and CEO
Aurelie Richard
Chief Financial and Strategy Officer
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