Senior Executive Assistant

Korn Ferry; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Korn Ferry is seeking an experienced Senior Executive Assistant to support the President of Global Technology Industries and Korn Ferry Digital. You will manage complex calendars, coordinate multi-time-zone meetings, arrange international travel, and prepare expense reports.

Strong communication and analytical skills are required to excel in a fast-paced, high-impact role. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, 8+ years of related experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Office; Salesforce

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience supporting senior leaders.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with internal/external stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills and business acumen; able to translate to processes.

Responsibilities

• Maintain daily schedules across multiple time zones and arrange meetings.
• Coordinate domestic and international travel with detailed itineraries.
• Prepare and submit expense reports and bi-monthly timesheets.
• Draft presentations and business documents; support executive communications.

Skills

Executive support

Time management

Communication

Cross-functional support

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Country
United States of America
Location type
Remote
Application Deadline
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

About Us

Korn Ferry is a global consulting firm that powers performance. We unlock the potential in your people and unleash transformation across your business—synchronizing strategy, operations, and talent to accelerate performance, fuel growth, and inspire a legacy of change. That’s why the world’s most forward-thinking companies across every major industry turn to us—for a shared commitment to lasting impact and the bold ambition to Be More Than.
Korn Ferry Digital Is a Scaled Product Business Unit Within Korn Ferry That Develops And Sells Our Suite Of Talent Products And HR Technology. The Korn Ferry Talent Suite Enables Organizations To Align Strategy And Talent Across The Full Workforce Lifecycle. Rather Than Addressing Talent Challenges In Silos, The Platform Connects Insights Across:

• Organizational Strategy
• Talent Acquisition
• Assessment and Succession
• Leadership and Professional Development
• Sales and Service Effectiveness
• Total Rewards
  

Job Description

THE ROLE

The Senior Executive Assistant will provide high-level support to the President of Global Technology Industires and Korn Ferry Digital.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Maintain daily schedules including internal meetings, conference calls involving multiple time zones, setting video conferences, and client meetings
• Coordinate travel schedules, both domestic and international, preparing a detailed itinerary prior to departure
• Prepare and submit bi-monthly accurate expense reports for leaders and reconcile statements. Prepare and save bi-monthly timesheets in SAP for leaders, showing utilization time allocated to each engagement.
• Serve as a point of contact for external customers. Manage communications, schedule meetings, and ensure a positive customer experience.
• Serve as a central point of contact for administrative inquiries.
• Draft PowerPoint presentations and other business documents.
• Represent the organization and leaders to internal and external parties as required.
• Assist with other duties such as file maintenance, photocopying, scanning, mailings, trouble shooting, and meeting planning.
• Handle calls for the senior leaders, working with other support staff to ensure phone coverage during breaks and other periods of absence.
• Support other colleagues when possible, providing timely answers to requests.
• Manage cadences with teams, customers, quarterly business reviews, including agenda management, collation of content, acting as an extension of the executive.
• Execute special projects as needed.
• Schedule and manage events.
• Other duties as assigned.
  

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:

• Minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience as an executive assistant supporting senior leaders in a business environment required.
• Demonstrated track record of sound judgment and professionalism with the ability to work with senior level executives across multiple business lines and regions.
• High degree of interpersonal and professional savvy across varying levels of internal management, staff, clients, and associates.
• High level of business acumen; able to make timely decisions and drive to action.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to translate to operational processes.
• Must be able to work independently with little supervision, be detail-oriented, flexible in terms of hours/responsibilities, and able to organize and prioritize multiple deadlines.
• Excellent organizational capabilities, with a high degree of prioritization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; customer service focused with excellent phone etiquette.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and experience with CRM systems such as Salesforce.Client management/service experience highly preferred.
• Experience in the technology industry a plus.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Ability to work PST hours
  

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s Degree required
  

Salary Range
$80,000.00 - $95,000.00
Salary range represents the compensation Korn Ferry expects to pay to a candidate with the requirements for the job posted. Korn Ferry offers competitive compensation and benefits commensurate with experience.
Korn Ferry may use AI as part of its recruitment process, but all hiring decisions are made by humans.

Korn Ferry Benefits

The Korn Ferry Cares Wellbeing Platform offers Employees health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment), Critical Illness, Accident Injury, Hospital Indemnity, and Legal Insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in Korn Ferry's Tax Deferred Savings plan 401(k). Employee Stock Purchase Program is available to all permanent employees who work 20 hours or more after 6 months of service.
Employees are eligible to receive a total of 15 days vacation annually plus paid time off for 16 company holidays. Full time eligible employees will accrue sick time commencing on the first date of employment at the rate of 3.33 hours per pay period for an annualized maximum of 80 hours.

Korn Ferry Benefits

Korn Ferry offers employee benefits that currently include an Extended Health and Dental program, and online Digital Medical, Mental Health and Pediatric support programs.

Internal Mobility at Korn Ferry

If you currently work for Korn Ferry or one of our affiliates, you must be eligible to apply for a different position within Korn Ferry to use the Careers Site. If you accept such a position, your benefits programs and Human Resources policies may change. Please consult with your HR contact for the new position concerning application eligibility, including any immigration/visa needs, benefit programs, and HR policies applicable to that position.

Korn Ferry is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Background Check Disclaimer

The successful candidate will need to complete background checks as part of our recruitment process, this may include criminal, education credentials, employment history, and other background information relevant to your employment qualifications