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Lectra · 1 day ago

Executive Assistant

Smyrna, GA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Lectra is seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Executive Assistant to provide high-level support to the President of its Americas division. The role involves managing the President's calendar, coordinating travel, and facilitating communication across various stakeholders while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Manage the President’s calendar across multiple time zones, including internal meetings, client engagements, and global executive committee sessions

Coordinate travel logistics, accommodations, and itineraries for domestic and international trips

Anticipate scheduling conflicts and proactively resolve them to optimize executive time

Draft, edit, and manage high-level communications including emails, memos, reports, and presentations

Serve as a point of contact for internal teams, clients, and external partners, ensuring timely and professional responses

Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion

Organize and prepare for strategic meetings, including board meetings, quarterly reviews, and cross-functional briefings

Prepare agendas, compile briefing materials, take minutes, and track follow-up actions

Coordinate logistics for virtual and in-person events, including technology setup and stakeholder communications

Assist in tracking progress on key initiatives such as customer success programs, regional growth strategies, and operational excellence

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather data, prepare reports, and ensure alignment with executive priorities

Monitor KPIs and provide insights to support decision-making

Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, including senior leadership, regional managers, and global teams

Act as a liaison between the President and external partners, including clients, vendors, and government officials

Represent the President with professionalism and tact in all interactions

Qualification

Executive scheduling toolsOrganizational skillsTime-management skillsBilingual capabilitiesWritten communication skillsVerbal communication skillsProactive mindsetEmotional intelligenceProblem-solving orientationCollaboration skills

Required

Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize and multitask

High emotional intelligence, discretion, and professionalism

Strategic thinker with a proactive mindset and problem-solving orientation

Comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Ability to anticipate needs and take initiative without direct supervision

Experience supporting executives in industries such as fashion tech, manufacturing, or enterprise software is highly desirable

Minimum 5–7 years of experience supporting C-suite executives, preferably in a multinational or technology-driven organization

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Communications, or related field; advanced degree or certifications a plus

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and executive scheduling tools (e.g., Outlook, Teams, Zoom)

Preferred

Bilingual capabilities are a plus given Lectra's international footprint (Spanish, Portuguese, or French)

Company

Lectra

Lectra is a professional services and consulting firm for businesses across a wide variety of industries.

Founded in 1973

Paris, Ile-de-France, FRA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.lectra.com/en/index.html

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