Executive Assistant & Strategic Projects Lead

New Enterprise Stone & Lime Co., Inc.; New Enterprise (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

New Enterprise Stone & Lime Co., Inc. invites an Executive Assistant to provide day-to-day support to the CEO and lead special projects with cross-functional teams. The role supports organizational communication, NESL’s brand, and regional presence across the geographic footprint.

Ideal candidates are self-starters with strong written and verbal communication, and a collaborative approach to managing competing priorities in an in-office environment with occasional travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Communications, Marketing, or related field.
• Demonstrated experience as an executive assistant or related roles.
• Demonstrated experience with large event planning, planning travel and organizing meetings.
• Impeccable written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in using various communication tools and platforms.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Crisis management, public relations, and media relations experience is a plus.
• Creative thinking and a keen eye for detail.
• High level of personal initiative to achieve objectives.
• Demonstrated project management skills with knowledge of project planning methods.
• Excellent technology aptitude and experience with database systems and software as well as Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Prompt and thorough support of the CEO, including travel coordination and reservations.
• Develop project plans and lead projects to keep stakeholders informed on challenges and milestones.
• Develop communications such as press releases, articles, social media updates, and newsletters.
• Identify opportunities to improve coworker experience and organizational alignment.
• Coordinate internal communications to keep coworkers informed and engaged.
• Plan and organize events to enhance NESL’s visibility and reputation.
• Collaborate with internal departments and community members to foster relationships.
• Support communications efforts to improve leadership alignment across teams.

Skills

Executive support

Project management

Communication

Event planning

Travel planning

Interpersonal skills

Crisis management

Public relations

Media relations

Collaboration

Independence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Communications, Marketing, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database systems

Job description

New Enterprise Stone & Lime Co., Inc. invites an Executive Assistant to provide day-to-day support to the CEO and lead special projects with cross-functional teams. The role supports organizational communication, NESL’s brand, and regional presence across the geographic footprint.

Ideal candidates are self-starters with strong written and verbal communication, and a collaborative approach to managing competing priorities in an in-office environment with occasional travel.