Senior Administrative Assistant

Leonardo DRS; Bridgeton, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Life & disability insurance

9/80 schedule

Job summary

Leonardo DRS is seeking multiple Administrative Assistants to provide comprehensive support to Senior Leadership at our Bridgeton, MO facility. The role offers an in-person or hybrid schedule, with duties including calendar management, travel planning, and preparing meetings and reports.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of juggling priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• 5+ years of experience in progressively responsible and varied office duties
• Excellent writing and interpersonal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to make independent judgment
• Advanced knowledge with Microsoft Office
• Exercise sound judgment, and anticipate executive needs
• Team player, ability to work independently while meeting deadlines, handles a high volume of work
• Willing and able to travel up to 10% travel

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to management and/or department
• Heavy calendar management and meeting coordination/logistics
• Plan, coordinate and attend leadership meetings, off-sites, team events and special events
• Arrange domestic and international travel (air, hotel, ground transportation) in compliance with policy
• Prepare and reconcile expense reports accurately and on schedule; resolve issues and exceptions
• Support corporate card (P-Card) processes as applicable, including documentation and reconciliation
• Coordinate and prepare for executive meetings (agendas, pre-reads, action items, minutes as needed)
• Make any necessary room rental, reservation, or catering arrangements
• Draft, edit, and format professional communications, presentations, and reports
• Support, communicate, reinforce, and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
• Perform other duties as required

Skills

Executive support

Interpersonal communication

Independent judgment

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

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Administrative Assistant

Location: Bridgeton, MO, US, 63044

Job ID:114518

The Leonardo DRS Land Systems business is a recognized leader in the design and integration of complex technologies into new and legacy systems and platforms for global military and commercial customers. We are a 5 year running Top Workplace in the Greater St. Louis area.

Job Summary

Leonardo DRS is seeking multiple highly skilled, proactive, and experienced Administrative Assistants to provide comprehensive support to Senior Leadership. This position is based out of our Bridgeton, MO facility and will have the option to work an in person or hybrid schedule. The ideal candidate will be exceptionally organized, detailed oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. This role requires discretion, strong communication skills, and the ability to anticipate needs while ensuring day-to-day operations. The Administrative Assistant will serve as a key liaison, managing calendars, coordinating meetings/travel and fostering positive relationships across the organization.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to management and/or department
• Heavy calendar management and meeting coordination/logistics
• Plan, coordinate and attend leadership meetings, off-sites, team events and special events
• Arrange domestic and international travel (air, hotel, ground transportation) in compliance with policy
• Prepare and reconcile expense reports accurately and on schedule; resolve issues and exceptions
• Support corporate card (P-Card) processes as applicable, including documentation and reconciliation
• Coordinate and prepare for executive meetings (agendas, pre-reads, action items, minutes as needed)
• Make any necessary room rental, reservation, or catering arrangements
• Draft, edit, and format professional communications, presentations, and reports
• Support, communicate, reinforce, and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• 5+ years of experience in progressively responsible and varied office duties
• Excellent writing and interpersonal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to make independent judgment
• Advanced knowledge with Microsoft Office
• Exercise sound judgment, and anticipate executive needs
• Team player, ability to work independently while meeting deadlines, handles a high volume of work
• Willing and able to travel up to 10% travel

The salary range for this position is $49,624.00/year- $64,511.00/year for the state of Illinois. This range reflects the good faith estimate of pay the employer is willing to offer at the time of posting. Several factors can influence the pay scale, including but not limited to: Federal contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic location, business considerations, scope, and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate’s qualifications such as prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for: annual performance-based bonuses, equity awards, and overtime pay (for non-exempt employees as applicable. Our benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision), employer matching 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state-mandated paid sick leave), parental leave benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional development support, and life and disability insurance coverage.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. #LSY

Our Vision. To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.

Our Values. The Leonardo DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles:

- Integrity
- Agility
- Excellence
- Customer Focus
- Community & Respect
- Innovation

We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.