Executive Assistant

Nrg; Austin (TX); Sur place; USD 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

NRG Energy is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative support to the VP of Market Development, Central & West Region. The role entails managing complex calendars, coordinating travel, and preparing materials for executive meetings.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years of executive support experience in fast-paced environments and strong proficiency with MS Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Teams).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 8+ years of executive administrative or related professional experience.
• Experience supporting senior leaders in a complex, fast-paced organization.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Teams.
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple priorities and coordinating across stakeholders.

Responsabilités

• Provide high-level administrative and operational support to the VP of Market Development, Central & West Region.
• Manage complex calendars and scheduling, travel logistics, and meeting preparation.
• Prepare materials, agendas, and briefing documents; track decisions and action items.
• Coordinate internal and external meetings with senior leaders and stakeholders; ensure VP is prepared for key discussions.
• Maintain organizational tools, trackers, and documentation; support expense reporting and budgeting processes.

Connaissances

Calendar management

Executive support

Stakeholder management

MS Office

Communication

Prioritization

Formation

Bachelor’s degree

Outils

Outlook

PowerPoint

Word

Excel

Teams

Description du poste

Career Opportunities: Executive Assistant (45846)

Welcome to the intersection of energy and home services. At NRG, we’re all about propelling the next generation of leaders forward. We are driven by our passion to create a smarter, cleaner and more connected future. We deliver innovative solutions that make our customers’ lives easier—helping them power, protect, and intelligently manage their homes and businesses. To do this, we need creative and talented people to join our company.

We offer a dynamic work environment and a unified and inclusive culture. NRG fosters a strong sense of belonging that leads to better collaboration and business performance. Our company programs are designed to help employees develop the skills they need for success now and in the future. In everything we do, we aim to champion our employees and bring value to our customers, investors and society.

More information is available at www.nrg.com. Connect with NRG on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and X.

Job Summary

The Executive Assistant provides high-level administrative and operational support to the VP of Market Development, Central & West Region. This role is responsible for managing priorities, coordinating complex schedules and meetings, preparing materials, and ensuring effective follow-through across key activities and stakeholders.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities. This individual will serve as a trusted partner to the VP, helping create structure, anticipate needs, and ensure day-to-day activities run efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

Executive Support

• Manage a complex calendar, including scheduling, prioritization, and coordination of meetings and commitments
• Anticipate scheduling conflicts and proactively adjust priorities as needed
• Coordinate travel arrangements, itineraries, and related logistics
• Prepare meeting agendas, briefing materials, presentations, and other supporting documents
• Track key decisions, commitments, and action items to ensure timely follow-through
• Manage and prioritize incoming requests, communications, and other demands on the VP’s time
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with a high level of discretion and professionalism

Meeting & Stakeholder Coordination

• Coordinate internal and external meetings involving senior leaders and key stakeholders
• Support meeting preparation by gathering materials, consolidating information, and ensuring the VP is prepared for key discussions
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders on behalf of the VP as appropriate
• Serve as a central point of coordination across teams to help maintain alignment on priorities, meetings, and deliverables
• Build strong working relationships across the organization to facilitate effective communication and coordination

Operational & Administrative Support

• Maintain organizational tools, trackers, files, and other documentation to support the VP and broader team
• Assist with expense reporting, purchasing, budget tracking, and other administrative processes as needed
• Support planning and coordination of team meetings, leadership sessions, events, and other business activities
• Identify opportunities to improve administrative processes and overall efficiency
• Provide support for special projects and other business priorities as needed

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 8+ years of executive administrative or related professional experience
• Experience supporting senior leaders in a complex, fast-paced organization
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Teams
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple priorities and coordinating across stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting VP-level or senior executives
• Experience working within a large, matrixed organization
• Experience coordinating complex calendars, executive travel, meetings, and events
• Experience preparing executive-level presentations, reports, and meeting materials
• Familiarity with the energy industry or other complex business environments

Key Skills

• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills
• Strong judgment and ability to anticipate executive needs
• Ability to manage competing priorities with a high degree of independence
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail and consistent follow-through
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder-management skills
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced and evolving environment
• Sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism when handling confidential or sensitive information

NRG Energy is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. To the extent permitted by law and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, employees are subject to periodic random drug testing, and post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing. EOE AA M/F/Protected Veteran Status/Disability. Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

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