Executive Administrative Assistant

Executive Administrative Assistant

Job Description

You’re not the person who will settle for just any role. Neither are we. Because we’re out to create Better Care for a Better World, and that takes a certain kind of person and teams who care about making a difference. Here, you’ll bring your professional expertise, talent, and drive to building and managing our portfolio of iconic, ground-breaking brands. In this role, you’ll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU. 

In this role, you will:

• Manage an extremely active calendar of global appointments. This includes planning, coordinating, and ensuring the CIO’s schedule is followed and respected.
• Provide "gatekeeper" and "gateway" role, creating win-win situations for direct access to the Leader's time and office.
• Research, prioritize, and follow up on incoming issues and concerns addressed to the CIO including those of a sensitive or confidential nature. Determine appropriate course of action, referral, or response.
• Provide a bridge for smooth communication between the CIO and internal departments, demonstrating leadership to maintain credibility, trust and support with Enterprise Kimberly-Clark Senior Management.
• Participate as an adjunct member of the Human Resource Global Leadership Team meetings.
• Work closely and effectively with the CIO to keep them well informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities, following up appropriately.  Act as a "barometer," having a sense for the issues taking place in the environment and keeping the CIO updated.
• Provide leadership to build cross-functional and global relationships crucial to the success of the organization.
• Own execution of business projects assigned by the CIO, other Global Leaders, or the Chief of Staff. 
• Prioritize conflicting needs, handle matters expeditiously, proactively, and follow-through on projects to successful completion, often with deadline pressures.
• Partner with the Chief of Staff or members of the senior leader team to arrange and schedule meetings & events, including coordinating the agenda, preparing any meeting materials and or presentations, scheduling the conference space/technology required, coordinating all IT resources and catering.
• Complete expense reports; compose and prepare confidential communications; arrange complex and detailed domestic and international travel plans, itineraries, and agendas and compile documents for travel-related meetings.
• Work with other Enterprise Sr. Executive Assistants sharing best practices and coordinating calendars. 
• Support and sometimes lead on-boarding activities for Executive new hires.

About Us

Huggies®. Kleenex®. Cottonelle®. Scott®. Kotex®. Poise®. Depend®. Kimberly-Clark Professional®. You already know our legendary brands—and so does the rest of the world. In fact, millions of people use Kimberly-Clark products every day. We know these amazing Kimberly-Clark products wouldn’t exist without talented professionals, like you.

At Kimberly-Clark, you’ll be part of the best team committed to driving innovation, growth and impact. We’re founded on more than 150 years of market leadership, and we’re always looking for new and better ways to perform – so there’s your open door of opportunity. It’s all here for you at Kimberly-Clark.

Led by Purpose. Driven by You.

About You

You perform at the highest level possible, and you appreciate a performance culture fueled by authentic caring.  You want to be part of a company actively dedicated to sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and career development.
 

In one of our professional, roles, you’ll focus on winning with consumers and the market, while putting safety, mutual respect, and human dignity at the center.

To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Minimum 5 years supporting SVP and/or C‑Level Executives.
• Expert-level written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Proactive problem-solving and sound decision-making.
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to influence across levels of an organization.

Led by Purpose. Driven by You.

Total Benefits

We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we're committed to providing them with the resources they need to be successful. If you're looking for a rewarding career with a company that cares about its employees, then Kimberly-Clark is the place for you.​

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Here are just a few of the benefits you’d enjoy working in this role for Kimberly-Clark. For a complete overview, see www.mykcbenefits.com​

Flex That Works at Kimberly-Clark [

We believe great work happens when people come together with purpose. That’s why we offer a flexible work model that blends remote work with intentional in-person collaboration — helping you connect, grow, and innovate while maintaining the balance you value.

To Be Considered

Click the Apply button and complete the online application process. A member of our recruiting team will review your application and follow up if you seem like a great fit for this role.

In the meantime, please check out the careers website. [If unable to post via the careers site please include local posting detail]

And finally, the fine print….

For Kimberly-Clark to grow and prosper, we must be an inclusive organization that applies the diverse experiences and passions of its team members to brands that make life better for people all around the world, which is why we seek to build a workforce that encompasses the experiences of our consumers.  When you bring your original thinking to Kimberly-Clark, you fuel the continued success of our enterprise. We are a committed equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position. 

Employment is subject to verification of local policies.

Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests which may include drug screening, background check, and DMV check. 

Veterans and members of the Reserve and Guard are highly encouraged to apply

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Grade level and / or compensation may vary based on location/country

 

Salary Range: 92.160 – 108.880 USD

 

At Kimberly-Clark, pay is just one aspect of our total rewards package, which also includes a variety of benefits and opportunities to achieve, thrive and grow. Along with base pay, this position is eligible for overtime pay and a comprehensive benefits suite, including our 401(k) and Profit Sharing plan. The anticipated base pay range for this role is provided above for a fully qualified hire. Actual pay will depend on several factors, such as location, role, skills, performance, and experience. Please note that the stated pay range applies to US locations only.

Primary Location

USA-IL-Chicago

Additional Locations

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time