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Executive Assistant – Congressional Relations
Company | Abbott |
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Location | Washington, DC, USA |
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Salary | $90000 – $100000 |
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Type | Full-Time |
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Degrees | Bachelor’s |
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Experience Level | Senior |
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Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, English, Communications/Journalism, or related field strongly preferred or commensurate experience.
- Minimum of five years of experience in an administrative or project management role, with demonstrated experience supporting executive-level staff.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
- Experience processing expense reports, invoices, purchase orders, scheduling and calendar management.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to successfully prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet tight deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail.
- Experience working on Capitol Hill or within a government relations team.
Responsibilities
- Support the Executive Vice President (EVP) by independently performing a wide range of complex and routine administrative tasks, including organizing local and domestic travel, scheduling appointments and meetings, preparing presentation materials, drafting communications, compiling reports, and processing expense reimbursements.
- Aid the EVP in managing and prioritizing daily workload by identifying emerging issues, determining time-sensitive matters, gathering and synthesizing relevant information, and tracking the status and progress of key projects.
- Exercise discretion and judgment in managing executive calendars and appointments to ensure effective and strategic use of the EVP’s time.
- Communicate on behalf of the EVP with high-ranking bank officials, senior government leaders, and ABA leadership, demonstrating professionalism and clarity in all interactions.
- Organize internal and external meetings; coordinate logistics, prepare draft agendas, distribute materials in advance, and document key takeaways and action items.
- Process vendor invoices, purchase orders, and employee expense reports in a timely and accurate manner.
- Develop creative and practical solutions to complex administrative and operational challenges, applying sound judgment and independent problem-solving skills.
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and exercise discretion in all interactions and data handling.
- Execute special projects and perform additional multifaceted responsibilities as assigned by the EVP or department leadership.
- Other duties as assigned by business needs.
Preferred Qualifications
No preferred qualifications provided.