Strategic Executive Assistant to General Counsel (Hybrid)

Independence Blue Cross; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Talentify in Philadelphia is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to the EVP, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary. You will manage priorities, orchestrate governance activities, and handle confidential matters with discretion.

In this hybrid role, you will draft executive communications, prepare briefing materials and agendas, coordinate Board materials, and oversee cross‑functional projects to support legal and enterprise objectives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years administrative assistant experience supporting senior management.
• Strong judgment, discretion, and ability to handle highly confidential information.
• Ability to anticipate needs, solve problems independently, and operate effectively in a fast-paced environment with multiple competing priorities.
• Excellent organizational, oral, and written communication skills.
• Experience with Board governance processes and governance platforms such as Diligent preferred.
• Experience supporting executive leadership within a legal, corporate governance, or regulated industry environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with EVP to manage priorities, schedule, and communications.
• Prepare agendas, briefing materials, and meeting logistics.
• Coordinate Board meetings, governance materials, and records.
• Lead cross-functional administrative projects and initiatives.
• Draft executive communications and briefs for leadership decisions.
• Build relationships with executives, Board members, and external partners.
• Coordinate with outside counsel, vendors, and internal teams as needed.

Skills

Project management

Organizational skills

Stakeholder management

Discretion/Judgment

Communication

Prioritization

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Undergraduate degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

PowerPoint

Word

Excel

Adobe Acrobat

Diligent governance platform

Job description

Talentify in Philadelphia is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to the EVP, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary. You will manage priorities, orchestrate governance activities, and handle confidential matters with discretion.

In this hybrid role, you will draft executive communications, prepare briefing materials and agendas, coordinate Board materials, and oversee cross‑functional projects to support legal and enterprise objectives.