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Brunswick Executive Administrative Assistant in Mettawa, Illinois
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Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader (https://youtube.com/watch?v=ksuQ6B2j_mA) committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond. Brunswick believes “Next Never Rests™,” and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation.
Innovation is the heart of Brunswick. See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality:
Position Overview:
The Executive Assistant at Brunswick Corporation is a highly organized, proactive, and resourceful professional who provides comprehensive administrative and operational support to the Chief Information Officer and the Chief Information Security Officer. This role demands exceptional professionalism, attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage highly confidential information in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. The Executive Assistant is a key partner in executive-level coordination, relationship management, and process excellence, ensuring the smooth execution of day-to-day business operations for the executives and leadership teams.
At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.
Essential Functions:
· Executes a broad variety of tasks for the Information Technology and Information Security leadership roles as well as provides support to other assigned executives including: managing active calendar of appointments; expense reports; invoicing and billing; composing / preparing correspondence; arranging complex and detailed travel plans, itineraries, and agendas
· Plans, coordinates and ensures the assigned executives schedules are followed and respected, including keeping schedules up-to-date, resolving meeting conflicts and seamlessly accommodating more urgent or time sensitive requests
· Successfully completes critical aspects of deliverables with a hands-on approach, including drafting key communications, preparing and coordinating business deliverables (e.g., PowerPoint presentations), following up on action items from regular staff meetings, and other tasks to help facilitate effective leadership of the organization
· Organizes and manages agendas and logistics for key events, including Town Hall meetings, supplier visits and Senior Management offsite meetings
· Meets, greets and escorts external visitors, attendees or candidates, being proactive to distribute advance materials and address in-office needs during the visit such as meals, materials, or other refreshments
· Assist with the onboarding of new hires as needed
· Researches, prioritizes, and follows up on incoming issues and concerns addressed to the leadership team, including those of a sensitive or confidential nature. Determines appropriate course of action, referral, or response
· Provides clear and direct communication between the team members of the Leadership team; demonstrating leadership to maintain credibility, trust and support with senior management staff; operates with the highest levels of confidentiality
· Assist with general office duties or other duties as assigned, and provides support to other team members on an as needed or back-up basis
Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.
Required Qualifications:
· Associates degree required. BS/BA preferred
· 5 to 8 years experience supporting a C-suite leader or other similar senior-level executive required
· Strong organizational skills that reflect ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail
· Very strong interpersonal skills – friendly and polished with high energy - and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders, including staff, and external partners
· Expert level written and verbal communication skills
· Demonstrated proactive approaches to problem-solving with strong decision-making capability
· Sound judgement and proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion, be adaptable to various competing demands, and demonstrate the highest level of customer/client service and response
· Demonstrated ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
· Forward looking thinker, who actively seeks opportunities and proposes solutions
· Track record of streamlining processes, making suggestions on improvements allowing leadership and others to perform tasks more efficiently
Preferred Qualifications:
· Experience working in a large (Fortune 1000), public organization with multiple business units is preferred
· Proficient in Microsoft Teams, Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point), and Adobe Acrobat
· Flexibility on schedule with the ability to stay past traditional hours on days needed
Working Conditions:
· Hybrid, 3x per week in office
The anticipated pay range for this position is $66,500-106,700 annually. The actual base pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.
At Brunswick, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the salary range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate’s qualifications and the business context.
This position is eligible to participate in Brunswick's comprehensive and high-quality benefits offerings, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401k (up to 4% match), Health Savings Account (with company contribution), wellbeing program, product purchase discounts and much more. Details about our benefits can be found here (https://www.brunswick.com/careers/culture-benefits/benefits) .
Why Brunswick:
Whatever tomorrow brings, we’ll be at the leading edge. As the clear leader in the marine industry, we’re committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people. We offer and encourage growth opportunities within and across our many brands. In addition, we’re proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards!
Next is Now!
We value growth and development, recognizing that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying.
Brunswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to innovation and inspiration and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact hrsharedservices@brunswick.com for support.
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