Strategic Executive Assistant to CEO

Christianson PLLP; Willmar (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal Time Off

Holidays

Flexible Schedule

Health care coverage

Dental

401(k)

Job summary

Christianson PLLP is seeking an Executive Assistant to provide strategic administrative support to firm leadership, acting as a trusted partner to the CEO by coordinating priorities, managing communications, and tracking initiatives to keep important projects moving forward. The ideal candidate is resourceful, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.

This role offers growth opportunities as the firm expands and leadership responsibilities increase.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Administration, Management, Communications, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years supporting senior leaders, executives, business owners, or leadership teams.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including drafting professional correspondence and presentations.
• Proven ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through, with a track record of keeping projects on track.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
• Ability to use Microsoft CoPilot and other AI tools to analyze efficiency improvements.
• Willingness and ability to travel between office locations.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex calendars and schedules for firm leadership.
• Coordinate meetings, agendas, materials, and follow-up activities.
• Arrange travel, events, and logistics for partner and leadership meetings.
• Screen and prioritize communications.
• Track action items, deadlines, and key firm initiatives.
• Assist with cross-functional projects and special initiatives as directed by CEO.
• Create reports, presentations, and meeting materials.
• Collaborate with leadership and staff on process improvement projects.

Skills

Strategic coordination

Relationship building

Communication

Discretion

Problem solving

Organization

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Administration/Management/Communications

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Microsoft CoPilot

Job description

Christianson PLLP is seeking an Executive Assistant to provide strategic administrative support to firm leadership, acting as a trusted partner to the CEO by coordinating priorities, managing communications, and tracking initiatives to keep important projects moving forward. The ideal candidate is resourceful, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.

This role offers growth opportunities as the firm expands and leadership responsibilities increase.