Executive Assistant

Carson Group; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Sabbatical leave

Medical, dental, vision

HSA / FSA

Life and AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Work/Life balance programs

Job summary

Carson Group in Baton Rouge is seeking an organized Executive Assistant to provide high-level support to the executive leadership team. You will manage calendars, coordinate meetings, prepare materials, and arrange travel, while safeguarding confidential information with discretion.

This role requires an Associate degree, 3+ years of experience, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM/PM tools like Salesforce or Asana.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in business administration, communications, or related field.
• Minimum of three years of experience in an executive assistant, administrative assistant, office coordinator, or related administrative position required.
• Experience supporting executive leadership required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, required.
• Experience with Salesforce, Asana, or other customer relationship management or project management systems preferred.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities, required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy required.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion required.
• Professionalism, initiative, responsiveness, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment required.

Responsibilities

• Executive calendar management and meeting coordination.
• Prepare agendas, presentations, and materials; manage travel arrangements.
• Draft and format correspondence and reports; maintain filing systems.
• Coordinate projects and track deadlines, ensuring on-time completion.
• Process invoices, expense reports, and onboarding support.
• Serve as a professional liaison between executive leadership and partners.

Skills

Executive support

Calendar management

Meeting coordination

Communication skills

Discretion with confidential info

Education

Associate degree in business administration or related

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Salesforce

Asana

Job description

Who We Are

In an increasingly complex world where people are starving for someone they can trust, we stand for something simple: always put the client first. We do well by doing good for those we serve. It's the ultimate measure. We believe in providing value beyond a doubt and in the notion that time will either expose you or promote you, based on your willingness to embrace change.

Job Details

Description

In an increasingly complex world where people are starving for someone they can trust, we stand for something simple: always put the client first. We do well by doing good for those we serve. It's the ultimate measure. We believe in providing value beyond a doubt and in the notion that time will either expose you or promote you, based on your willingness to embrace change.

We serve financial advisors and investors through three entities, each headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska: Carson Wealth, Carson Coaching and Carson Partners. We provide coaching and partnership services to advisor firms - and straightforward financial advice to the investing public. We all share a common mission to be the most trusted in financial advice.

Who We Want

Provide administrative support to executive leadership to help maintain efficient day-to-day operations. Manage calendars, coordinate meetings, prepare materials, and organize travel arrangements. Support timely communication and follow-up across internal and external partners. Maintain accurate records and handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion. Contribute to organizational priorities through effective coordination, responsiveness, and attention to detail.

Essential Functions

• Executive Support: Manage executive calendars, schedule appointments, and coordinate meetings based on established priorities. Prepare and distribute agendas, presentations, and supporting materials. Monitor incoming requests, route communications appropriately, and support timely follow-up. Maintain discretion when handling confidential or sensitive information.
• Meeting, Event, and Travel Coordination: Coordinate meetings, events, and business travel for executive leaders, including scheduling, accommodations, catering, and other logistical arrangements. Confirm details with participants and service providers to help ensure activities run smoothly. Prepare accurate materials and communicate relevant information to attendees in a timely manner.
• Communication and Documentation: Draft, proofread, format, and distribute correspondence, reports, presentations, and other documents on behalf of executive leadership. Maintain organized electronic and physical filing systems and ensure records remain current and accessible. Coordinate routine communications with internal and external partners.
• Administrative and Project Support: Assist with executive and departmental projects by scheduling activities, organizing information, tracking deadlines, and following up on action items. Maintain task and project information using established systems and tools. Adapt to changing priorities and complete assigned work accurately and on time.
• Operational Support: Prepare expense reports, process invoices, order supplies, and support other routine administrative activities. Assist with onboarding activities by preparing materials, coordinating access requests, and scheduling introductory meetings. Serve as a professional point of contact between executive leadership and internal and external partners.
• Other Duties: Perform additional tasks, duties, and responsibilities as needed or assigned by leadership to support departmental and organizational objectives.

What You Need

• Associate degree in business administration, communications, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of three years of experience in an executive assistant, administrative assistant, office coordinator, or related administrative position required.
• Experience supporting executive leadership required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, required.
• Experience with Salesforce, Asana, or other customer relationship management or project management systems preferred.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities, required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy required.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion required.
• Professionalism, initiative, responsiveness, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment required.

EEO Statement

In exchange for your expertise, we offer a base salary, bonus potential, 401(k) plus matching, health benefits, and a great working environment. This is your chance to play a key role in the continued success of our company. Our culture is fast-paced, collaborative, innovative, and focused on healthy living. Carson strives to promote the health and wellness of its stakeholders by maintaining a tobacco-free workplace.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, age or any other characteristic protected by law.

The Total Rewards Expected For This Role Include

• Starting annual base salary between $40,000 - $65,000.
• Variable compensation potential (Bonus and/or commissions)
• Competitive benefits including 401(k) with company contribution, PTO, Parental Leave, Sabbatical Leave, Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life and AD&D Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability, Work/Life Benefits and Holistic Wellbeing Programs.