Executive Administrative Assistant

MKS Inc.; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Job summary

MKS Inc. is seeking an exceptional Executive Administrative Assistant in Andover, MA to support the EVP, COO and other senior leaders. The role requires discretion, multitasking, and strong communication skills in a fast-paced environment.

You will manage calendars, plan large meetings and events, coordinate complex travel, and handle confidential information with the utmost professionalism. The successful candidate will contribute to a high-performing administrative team and support critical

Qualifications

• Associate degree required; BA/BS preferred, or equivalent mix of education and experience
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience supporting senior executive level/C-Suite
• Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills with all levels
• Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Discretion in handling confidential material and matters

Responsibilities

• Provide support to EVP, COO and other executives with confidentiality and professionalism
• Manage calendars, board/Corporate reporting calendars, agendas, travel itineraries and offsite meetings
• Coordinate complex global travel arrangements and expense reporting
• Review, edit and proofread board, committee and executive meeting materials
• Serve as liaison for external boards and top customers; maintain the executive office area

Skills

Executive support

Calendar management

Verbal & written communication

MS Office365

Education

Associate degree

BA/BS preferred

Tools

Boardvantage

Oracle

Job description

We are looking for an exceptional Executive Administrative Assistant who excels in a fast-paced environment with a calm but effective get-it-done approach, and who can juggle a multitude of responsibilities. You are skilled at supporting members of the C-suite with the ability to accomplish tasks both independently as well as working as part of a tight-knit administrative team. In this role, you will be responsible for a variety of administrative activities including the below:

• Working for the EVP, COO while also providing as needed support to EVP, Global Strategic Markets and GM, MSD, provide seamless professional administrative support with the highest levels of confidentiality
• Proactively managing various activities including: Board & Corporate Reporting calendars, Agendas, planning large events, itineraries and offsite meetings, making complex global travel arrangements, expense reporting, invoice processing and more.
• Maintaining calendars, which frequently change and often require coordination with other executive calendars
• Reviewing, editing and proof-reading board, committee and executive meeting materials
• Serving as a liaison for a variety of external boards and top customers
• Maintaining the Executive office area

What will you bring to the team, along with your versatility and professionalism is:

• Associate degree required; BA/BS Degree preferred, or equivalent mix of education and experience
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience supporting senior executive level/C-Suite required
• Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills required at all levels both within and outside of the organization, from C-suite level leaders and manufacturing floor employees, to external customers, outside service providers and other guests of the company, in person, via email or phone
• Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced and deadline driven environment is a must
• Ability to exercise highest levels of discretion with sensitive/confidential material or matters
• Ability to exercise judgement and drive results independently, as well as to work effectively and collaboratively with the broader administrative team
• Strong MS Office365 skills including Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel and Word required; Boardvantage and Oracle preferred, but not required

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• Perform activities such as sitting, standing, or typing for extended periods of time
• Regularly requires good manual dexterity and coordination
• Must be able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand
• Must be able to exchange accurate information
• The ability to observe documents and details at close range (within a few feet of the observer)

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary Pay Range: $ 35.81 - $59.78 hourly.. This range is a good faith estimate of the expected hourly range for this position, based on a wide range of factors including qualifications, experience and training, operational and business needs and other considerations permitted by law.

At MKS, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role.

Bonus: This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, in an amount to be determined by MKS [or as applicable].

Benefits: MKS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance coverage (medical, dental and vision), 401(k) with company match, life and disability insurance, 12 paid holidays, sick time, 15 paid vacation days, [6 weeks fully paid] parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement [and for participation in any stock programs, signing bonus, etc.].

MKS is an equal opportunity employer, including disability, veteran status and all categories protected by law. Please review our EOE statements for additional details. MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business.