Lead, Executive Assistant | President, Slalom (Seattle based) at Slalom, LLC in Seattle, Washington

Job Description:

About the Role



Slalom's executive team is hiring a Lead, Executive Assistant to support our continued growth. This role will be responsible for providing top-notch executive support for the President of Slalom. The individual in this role must understand business priorities, demonstrate the ability to proactively anticipate needs and drive improvements. This role requires attention to detail, great organizational skills, the ability to meet tight deadlines, juggle multiple requests and show flexibility to change direction at a moment's notice. A high level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information as well as professionalism in dealing with senior executives inside and outside of the company is critical. The successful candidate will possess the skills to complete complex tasks and projects quickly with little to no guidance, react with appropriate urgency to situations requiring a quick turnaround, the ability to take effective action without knowing the complete picture, and efficiently and proactively solve difficult or complex problems that affect people within the department or other related groups.



What You'll Do

• Provide seamless support to the President to help drive business & strategic direction


• Manage complex calendaring, scheduling, travel at the executive level


• Organize team meetings, conferences, and social events


• Build relationships with leadership teams across the company


• Collaborate with the Executive's Chief of Staff


• Proactively anticipate needs of the President


• Provide first in class customer service to clients and executive guests. Ensure they feel welcomed and valued.


• Anticipate challenges and plans ahead of needs


• Review, copy, and edit business documents, presentations and communications with a high-level of accuracy


• Complete expense reports on a monthly basis


• Manage internal communications, as necessary


• Perform administrative/clerical tasks such as data entry, scheduling, arranging rooms, document organization, scanning and other project-based work, as needed


• Serve as the President's gatekeeper for meeting inquiries


• Research relevant or industry-specific data/information


• Manage employee recognition on behalf of President


• Manage President's daily mail, packages, and lunch delivery


• Keep the President's office organized, stocked and clean


• Handle personal errands, coordinate personal appointments, and act as a liaison with personal vendors as needed.


• Be available to work in our Seattle HQ location M-F 8:00am-5pm or as needed for special meetings and events.


• Be available to travel up to 10%.

What You'll Bring

• Minimum of 6 years executive administrative experience, preferably in the technology or professional services industry and/or for a C-level Executive


• Excellent verbal and written skills to effectively communicate with all levels of the company


• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft suite and open to learning advanced reporting tools


• Resourceful in a MacGyver kind of way


• Ability to pull a rabbit out of a hat time and time again; pulling off what feels like magic to others


• Is driven by a challenge and thrives off making the impossible possible.


• Accuracy is guaranteed; just like a statistician


• Approachable, easy to talk with and hospitable


• Executes and delivers consistent results


• Calm, poised and flexible under pressure


• Exhibits an authentic, positive spirit that radiates sunshine


• Sees no task as "too small" or "beneath" them; rolls up their sleeves and gets the job done


• Thrives in a fast-paced environment


• Demonstrates a commitment to an inclusiveworkspace


• You are excitedto get out of bed every day and see what you can tackle


• You are a self-starterwith a creative energy and passion for problem solving


• You have a thorough understanding ofproviding best in class customer service in a fast-paced environment


• You hold yourself to a high level of integrity and pride yourself in serving as an extension of the President's brand.


• You are enthusiastic about establishing your roots and growing with the organization, committing to at least a three-year tenure in this role to deepen your skills and relationships.

About Us



Slalom is a purpose-led, global business and technology consulting company. From strategy to implementation, our approach is fiercely human. In six countries and 43 markets, we deeply understand our customers-and their customers-to deliver practical, end-to-end solutions that drive meaningful impact. Backed by close partnerships with over 400 leading technology providers, our 13,000+ strong team helps people and organizations dream bigger, move faster, and build better tomorrows for all. We're honored to be consistently recognized as a great place to work, including being one of Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For seven years running. Learn more at slalom.com.



Our Benefits



Slalom prides itself on helping team members thrive in their work and life. As a result, Slalom is proud to invest in benefits that includemeaningful time off and paid holidays, parental leave, 401(k) with a match, a range of choices for highly subsidized health, dental, & vision coverage, adoption and fertility assistance, and short/long-term disability. We also offer yearly $350 reimbursement account for any well-being-related expenses, as well as discounted home, auto, and pet insurance.



EEO and Accommodations



Slalom is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to inclusion, diversity, and equity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veterans' status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Slalom will also consider qualified applications with criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Slalom welcomes and encourages applications from individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are available for candidates during all aspects of the selection process. Please advise the talent acquisition team if you require accommodations during the interview process.



We will accept applications until November 6, or until the position is filled. Apply Now