Onsite Senior Executive Assistant to CEO/COO

The Washington Trust Company; Westerly (RI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The Washington Trust Company seeks an accomplished Executive Assistant to partner with the CEO and COO, ensuring calendars, communications, and travel are managed with discretion and efficiency. The role supports strategic projects, leadership initiatives, and board-related activities in a fast-paced banking environment.

Based onsite at our Westerly, RI headquarters with occasional travel to Providence and other offices, the EA will be a trusted liaison among senior leaders, clients, and

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of demonstrated experience supporting C-suite executives.
• Ability to manage complex calendars, priorities, and communications with discretion.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with strong attention to detail.
• Experience handling highly confidential information and sensitive documents.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative support to the CEO and COO, ensuring efficient daily activities and commitments.
• Manage complex calendars, travel, meetings, and executive priorities with sound judgment.
• Prepare, edit, and proofread presentations, reports, and board materials for leadership review.
• Coordinate executive-level meetings and events, tracking action items and outcomes.
• Support strategic projects, leadership initiatives, and governance-related matters as needed.
• Serve as a trusted liaison with senior leaders, clients, and community stakeholders.

Skills

Executive support

Calendar management

Communication skills

Relationship management

Problem solving

Discretion

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

WebEx

SharePoint

Job description

The Washington Trust Company seeks an accomplished Executive Assistant to partner with the CEO and COO, ensuring calendars, communications, and travel are managed with discretion and efficiency. The role supports strategic projects, leadership initiatives, and board-related activities in a fast-paced banking environment.

Based onsite at our Westerly, RI headquarters with occasional travel to Providence and other offices, the EA will be a trusted liaison among senior leaders, clients, and