Executive Assistant - Hybrid in Washington, DC

Lensa; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Seasoned Executive Assistant for their Chief Product Officer. This hybrid role requires exceptional organizational skills, as you will manage scheduling, travel, and executive communications. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of experience in high-paced environments and is proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase and 401k contribution

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience providing administrative support to senior level executives.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required.
• Experience coordinating high-impact meetings and travel.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex scheduling and travel arrangements.
• Draft and format various communications and presentations.
• Support onboarding and offboarding processes.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Communication skills

Education

None specified

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Executive Assistant - Hybrid in Washington, DC

Executive Assistant - Hybrid in Washington, DC

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Lensa is the leading career site for job seekers at every stage of their career. Our client, UnitedHealth Group, is seeking professionals in Washington, DC. Apply via Lensa today!

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Quality at UnitedHealth Group means striving for excellence in everything we doin order tohelp us achieve our Mission. Simply put,it’sinour DNA and whywe’rein business — to help people.Our Mission serves as ourwhy;ourValuesunite us aroundhow we willachieve it. Because when we follow our Mission and live our Values, we deliver Quality.

As a Seasoned Executive Assistant, you will be a trusted partner to our Chief Product Officer, providing high-level administrative and strategic support. This role requires exceptional judgment, executive presence, and the ability to anticipate needs, streamline operations, and foster connectivity across teams and stakeholders.

If you are located in Washington, DC, you will have the flexibility to work from home and in the office in this hybrid role* as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide proactive calendar management, coordinating complex scheduling across time zones with internal and external stakeholders
• Manage comprehensive domestic travel arrangements, including flight bookings, accommodations, ground transportation, and detailed itineraries
• Submit and reconcile travel and expense reports accurately and efficiently in alignment with company policy
• Coordinate and execute high-impact meetings (virtual, hybrid, and in-person), including logistics, technology setup (MS Teams, A/V, room bookings), and materials preparation
• Provide technical support organizing executive facing PowerPoint presentations and converting documents to PDF
• Draft, edit, and format a variety of communications, including PowerPoint presentations, spreadsheets, meeting agendas, and follow-up documentation
• Serve as liaison with IT and Executive Support teams to resolve technical and operational issues promptly
• Support onboarding and offboarding of team members by coordinating access to systems, equipment, and relevant tools
• Monitor and maintain office supply inventory, coordinating procurement through internal channels
• Collaborate closely with the Chief of Staff to ensure alignment on priorities, communication flow, and team execution
• Foster solid relationships with other executive assistants across the organization to promote collaboration and continuity of support
  
  

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience providing administrative support to senior level executives
• Proven success working in a highly matrixed, fast-paced environment
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PDF, Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Teams)
• Experience coordinating high-impact meetings (virtual, hybrid, and in-person), including logistics, technology setup (MS Teams, A/V, room bookings), and materials preparation
• Experience formatting executive facing PowerPoint presentations
• Experience with drafting, edits, and formatting a variety of communications, spreadsheets, meeting agendas, and follow-up documentation
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities with poise, precision, and discretion
• Experience coordinating complex travel and expense reporting
• Proven exceptional organizational and time-management skills with acute attention to detail
• Proven solid written and verbal communication skills
• Professional presence and sound judgment when interfacing with senior leadership
• Availability to work on-site in Washington, DC at least 3 days per week during standard business hours
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting C-suite or Product/Healthcare executives
• Experience with One Note
• Demonstrated familiarity with internal systems for onboarding, IT requests, and office supply procurement
• Proven high emotional intelligence (EQ), with a proactive and anticipatory approach to support
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while maintaining a solid sense of collaboration and service
  
  

The hourly range for this role is $23.70 to $46.35 per hour based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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