Senior Executive Assistant & Strategic Partner to CEO & COO

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

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Annual bonus potential

Job summary

The Washington Trust Company in Westerly, Rhode Island, seeks an Executive Assistant to provide dedicated support to the CEO and COO. The role requires proactive, highly organized individuals who anticipate needs, manage competing priorities with discretion, and serve as a key coordinator across the organization.

You will manage complex calendars, coordinate travel, prepare Board materials, and support strategic projects, leadership initiatives, and special assignments.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years supporting C-suite executives.
• Experience in banking, financial services, or similar complex environments preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent executive support experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level admin support to CEO and COO, managing priorities and commitments.
• Manage complex calendars and scheduling with executive priorities.
• Prepare, edit, and proofread presentations, reports, and Board materials.
• Coordinate executive-level meetings, leadership forums, and Board activities.
• Anticipate needs and proactively recommend solutions.
• Coordinate travel arrangements and expense reporting.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.

Skills

C-suite support

Calendar management

Communication skills

Discretion

Project coordination

Microsoft Office 365

Travel coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

PowerPoint

SharePoint

WebEx

Teams

Job description

The Washington Trust Company in Westerly, Rhode Island, seeks an Executive Assistant to provide dedicated support to the CEO and COO. The role requires proactive, highly organized individuals who anticipate needs, manage competing priorities with discretion, and serve as a key coordinator across the organization.

You will manage complex calendars, coordinate travel, prepare Board materials, and support strategic projects, leadership initiatives, and special assignments.