Executive Assistant

WestRock Company; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading global packaging company as an Executive Assistant, providing comprehensive administrative support to high-level executives. The role involves managing complex schedules, coordinating travel, and facilitating communication across departments. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational skills and experience in a fast-paced environment, ensuring operational efficiency and strategic assistance for executive leadership.

Benefits

Comprehensive training opportunities

Diverse workforce and inclusive environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of related experience.
• Experience in large publicly traded organizations preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provides scheduling assistance and administrative support to the Regional Vice President.
• Manages travel planning, including securing visas and hotels.
• Assists in budget creation and expense reconciliation.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Description & Requirements

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

General Information

Job ID

ATR51975

Posting Job Title

Executive Assistant

Locations

GA Atlanta Headquarters

Employment Type

Full Time

Date Posted

28-May-2025

Relocation Support

No

Description & Requirements

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

The executive assistant provides senior-level executive and administrative support to the Regional Vice President of Paper Sales. He/she provides scheduling assistance, administrative support, record management, travel planning (including domestic and international), department budgeting and budget reconciliation, and processes purchase orders and invoices.

The executive assistant also assists with drafting and editing of presentations and assists with other administrative activities related to the distribution of key communications materials. This role handles highly confidential issues and matters of a sensitive nature. This position is required to independently manage multiple tasks and projects with competing priorities and deadlines, and screen and prioritize communications from internal and external sources. Must be able to anticipate the needs of the Executive and proactively engage and take appropriate actions.

This position will be based in Atlanta, GA. (1000 Abernathy Road, Atlanta, GA)

How You Will Impact Smurfit Westrock

• Manages the executive’s calendar and handles administrative support for key activities and events. Keeps the executive apprised of appointments, meetings, or schedule changes and ensures the executive has the appropriate documents for meetings.
• Assists with budget creation, processes purchase orders and invoices, and reconciles department expenses to ensure budget alignment.
• Collaborates effectively across the organization and with peers to anticipate needs.
• Manages travel arrangements and proactively coordinates the pre-planning of trips, including securing visas, hotels, transportation, processing passport renewals, and other information as needed.
• Serves as liaison with staff from other organization functions as well as external clients and customers.
• Offers support and facilitates coordination of key activities and training for the Communications and Corporate Giving teams
• Assists with the creation of PowerPoint presentations and overseeing key activities in support of special projects for the team.
  
  

What You Need To Succeed

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Minimum of five years of related experience.
• Experience working with a large publicly traded organization preferred.
• Microsoft Office (Strong proficiency in MS-Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Technical ability with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail in composing, typing, and proofing materials and the ability to establish priorities.
• Experience working with the Board of Directors and shareholders is a plus.
• Ability to work in a fast passed changing environment.
• Focused, dedicated, and organized with strong attention to detail and a strong work ethic.
• Able to manage multiple priorities efficiently and effectively.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work and collaborate with employees at all levels.
  
  

What We Offer

• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety, and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work
  
  

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.

Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative

• Industries

  Packaging and Containers Manufacturing

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