Executive Assistant

Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 70 - 85

Posted on: 20 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions with a portfolio that includes fiber cement fiber gypsum composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie TimberTech AZEK Exteriors Versatex fermacell and StruXure.

With over 8000 employees and our U.S. operating entities headquartered in Chicago we boast 31 operating sites 6 recycling facilities and 6 research and development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce were united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All through sustainable innovation a Zero Harm culture and a commitment to empowering our people and communities.

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Summary

The Executive Assistant will be responsible for providing administrative and executive support to members of the James Hardie Executive Leadership Team. This role will also manage a variety of administrative projects.

What Youll Do:

Assist Executives with a wide range of administrative activities and projects
Manage the calendar and coordinate appointments internally and externally
Coordinate in-person and virtual meetings (via WebEx and Microsoft Team Meetings)
Arrange complex domestic and international travel plans and itineraries; compile relevant information needed for travel and meetings
Complete and submit timely expense reports
Manage incoming calls and correspondence and respond independently to routine correspondence
Prepare agendas and minutes for leadership meetings; ensure meeting notes and post-meeting follow-up and summaries are distributed as needed on behalf of executive
Work with other leaders throughout the organization to gather updates and agenda items for meetings
Assist in creation of presentation material for the leadership team and town halls
Manage programs events meetings or conferences; arrange facilities and caterers issue information or invitations coordinate speakers and manage event budget; coordinate all other meeting-related logistics
Support activities between the office and regional offices
Liaise with other departments leaders and assistants internally and externally
Support C-Level and management staff with administrative help on an as needed basis
Represent the executive and the company in a professional manner
Maintain confidentiality of all corporate personnel and team matters; maintain the highest ethical standards of business practice
Offer suggestions to enhance and perfect administrative processes and procedures
Act as a back-up when needed for receptionist

What Youll Bring:

High School diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred
Minimum of five years of professional executive administrative experience
Advanced knowledge of all MS Office programs including Word Excel PowerPoint and Outlook required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a strong command of grammar
Ability to work independently with limited supervision and take initiative
Strong ability to exercise independent judgment and make appropriate decisions
Highly detailed oriented with superior organizational skills
Demonstrated ability to prioritize meet deadlines and change course of action quickly
Ability to maintain professionalism under pressure
Demonstrated ability to work independently and proactively to solve problems
Ability to successfully coordinate multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Positive attitude and the ability to be proactive resourceful and flexible
Strong people skills including the ability to work effectively as part of a team and build relationships throughout the organization

What Youll Receive:

As of the date of this posting a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this position is $70k to $85k. Placement in the range depends on several factors such as experience skills geography and internal equity and may change over time. This position qualifies for benefits.

At James Hardie we recognize that our success depends on our people. Weve worked hard to build a generous and competitive benefits program that demonstrates our commitment to our employees.

Comprehensive low-cost co-pay health insurance:medical dental prescription and vision insurance benefits for every 30 hour full-time employee. Insurance starts on day one!
Paid time-off13 paid holidays per year401(k) Retirementplan that will match 100% of employees saved dollars up to the first 6% of your salary
Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program Parental Leave
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
Community Involvement & Sustainable Solutions
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Apply now and come home to Hardie!

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James Hardie Building Products Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color gender sex age national origin religion sexual orientation gender identity/expression genetic information veterans status marital status pregnancy disability or any other basis protected by law.

James Hardie will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits including but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act in accordance with its plans and policies.

The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties responsibilities and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.

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