Completes a broad variety of administrative tasks for the CEO including managing an extremely active calendar of appointments; completing expense reports; composing and preparing correspondence that is sometimes confidential; arranging complex and detailed travel plans, itineraries, and agendas; and compiling documents for travel-related meetings.
Plans, coordinates, and ensures the CEOs schedule is followed and respected. Provides gatekeeper and gateway role, creating win-win situations for direct access to the CEOs time and office.
Communicates directly, and on behalf of the CEO, with Senior Management on matters related to CEOs programmatic initiatives.
Researches, prioritizes, and follows up on incoming issues and concerns addressed to the CEO, including those of a sensitive or confidential nature.
Determines appropriate course of action, referral, or response. Provides a bridge for smooth communication between the CEO office and internal departments; demonstrating leadership to maintain credibility, trust, and support with senior management staff.
Works closely and effectively with the CEO to keep him well informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities, following up appropriately.
Acts as a barometer, having a sense for the issues taking place in the environment and keeping the CEO updated.
Provides leadership to build relationships crucial to the success of the organization and manages a variety of special projects for the CEO, some of which may have organizational impact.
Successfully completes critical aspects of deliverables with a hands-on approach, including drafting acknowledgement letters, personal correspondence, and other tasks that facilitate the CEOs ability to effectively lead the company.
Prioritizes conflicting needs; handles matter expeditiously, proactively, and follows-through on projects to successful completion, often with deadline pressures.
