Executive Assistant

Security Benefit; Topeka (KS); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Paid time off and holidays

Parental leave

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Security Benefit in Topeka, KS, seeks an experienced Executive Assistant to deliver high-level administrative support to the Chief Growth Officer and Growth Office Leadership Team. You will manage executive priorities, coordinate daily operations, and drive strategic growth initiatives with professionalism and confidentiality.

The role reports to the SVP, Chief Growth Officer, and is based at our home office in Topeka. We offer a hybrid work model with flexibility for remote and on-site work.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of executive administrative experience.
• High school diploma required; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy.
• High level of discretion and confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Professional, collaborative, and customer-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex calendars, coordinate meetings, and ensure CGO and Growth Leadership Team are prepared for daily priorities.
• Serve as a trusted administrative partner by managing communications, anticipating leadership needs, and supporting departmental priorities.
• Coordinate meeting logistics, catering, agendas, presentation materials, and event planning for internal and external meetings.
• Provide administrative support, including document preparation, presentations, reports, special projects, and office coordination.
• Support project tracking and help ensure key initiatives, deliverables, and deadlines are met.
• Coordinate travel arrangements and prepare detailed itineraries.
• Prepare, review, and submit expense reports in compliance with corporate policies.
• Process invoices and ensure timely payment.
• Foster communication and collaboration across the Growth organization while supporting leadership meetings and client/partner events.

Skills

Calendar management

Communication skills

Discretion

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

We're Looking for an experienced Executive Assistant!

Security Benefit is a leader in the U.S. retirement market with more than $60 billion in assets under management. We offer opportunities to thrive, innovate, and make an impact. As part of our team, you’ll play a key role in driving the future of the U.S. retirement industry. Security Benefit is a PLACE where we promise to help our customers To and Through Retirement®.

We’re proud to have been recognized as one of the best in the business:

• Named to Ward’s 50 list of top-performing life-health insurance companies
• Recognized on list of Ingram’s Top 100 Private Companies in the Kansas City area in 2024

About the Role:

Security Benefit (SB) is seeking an Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative support to the Chief Growth Officer (CGO) and the Growth Office Leadership Team. This role serves as a trusted partner by managing executive priorities, coordinating daily operations, and enabling the execution of strategic growth initiatives while maintaining the highest level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.

The Executive Assistant position reports to the SVP, Chief Growth Officer, and will be based out of our home office in Topeka, Kansas. We work a hybrid schedule, offering flexibility to work both remotely and on-site.

• Manage complex calendars, coordinate meetings, and ensure the Chief Growth Officer (CGO) and Growth Leadership Team are prepared for daily priorities.
• Serve as a trusted administrative partner by managing communications, anticipating leadership needs, and supporting departmental priorities and strategic initiatives.
• Coordinate meeting logistics, catering, agendas, presentation materials, and event planning for internal and external meetings.
• Provide administrative support, including document preparation, presentations, reports, special projects, and office coordination.
• Support project tracking and help ensure key initiatives, deliverables, and deadlines are met.
• Coordinate travel arrangements and prepare detailed itineraries.
• Prepare, review, and submit expense reports in compliance with corporate policies.
• Process invoices and ensure timely payment.
• Foster communication and collaboration across the Growth organization while supporting leadership meetings, business initiatives, and client or partner events as needed.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with internal stakeholders, external partners, and clients while representing the Growth organization with professionalism.
• Identify opportunities to improve administrative processes and increase operational efficiency.
• Maintain the highest level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality while adapting to changing business priorities.
• Pursue ongoing professional development to strengthen executive support, communication, and leadership skills.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For:

• 5+ years of executive administrative experience.
• High school diploma required; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy.
• High level of discretion and confidentiality.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Professional, collaborative, and customer-focused approach.
• Flexibility to support changing business needs.

Why Choose Security Benefit?

When you join our team, you’re not just getting a paycheck — you’re getting a career path full of growth opportunities, plus a robust benefits package that puts your well-being first. Here’s what you can expect as a full-time Security Benefit associate:

• Competitive salary and annual incentive bonuses to reward your contributions.
• 33 days of paid time off (including PTO, holidays, Volunteer Day, and days of significance).
• Paid parental leave after 90 days of service.
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match, plus Profit Sharing & Savings Plan.
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance to give you peace of mind.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care.
• Life Insurance to protect your loved ones.
• Educational assistance to support your career development.
• Associate assistance programs for your personal and professional well-being.

Security Benefit is an Equal Opportunity Employer.