Barkley

Executive Assistant

Kansas City, MO Full Time

In this position, the Executive Assistant will support BarkleyOKRP’s C-Level Executives. This person will be the supportive force that empowers our partners and their executive in a timely and professional manner and should be well organized, has great time management skills, and be able to act without guidance. The ideal candidate is both approachable & respectful, comfortable with new technology, virtual meeting platforms, and scheduling systems, and can maintain a realistic balance among multiple priorities. This person should also be able to identify and address the needs of C-Level Executives and perform administrative tasks to ensure the workflow runs smoothly.  

 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Assist the C-Level Executive(s) with daily administrative duties and complete a broad variety of administrative tasks. 
  • Coordinate fast-paced, complicated scheduling and extensive calendar management, as well as administration of content and flow of information to C-Level executives.  
  • Work closely and effectively with C-Level Executive(s) to keep him/her well informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities, following up appropriately. 
  • Coordinate and book travel arrangements; air, transportation, and accommodation, as well as a place on the calendar & communicating those arrangements with a high level of detail and follow-through. 
  • Demonstrate the ability to react with appropriate levels of urgency to situations and events that require quick response or turnaround.  
  • Plan, coordinate, organize and help at various company/department meetings, events, and celebrations as needed. 
  • Have the ability to create and edit presentations, and materials.  
  • Be easily accessible for after-hour travel, scheduling, and other needs. 
  • Pick up deliveries and run errands as needed for both business and personal. 
  • Prepare and complete expense and mileage reports in a timely manner and reconciliation. 
  • Complete timesheets; both billable/non-billable. 
  • Manage emails in the Executive's Inbox and respond on behalf of the Executive (multiple emails). 
  • Act as the point of contact among executives, partners, and other external partners. 
  • Manage information flow in a timely and accurate manner. 
  • Must have strong written and review skills, and demonstrate ability in using Google Applications.  
  • Format information for internal and external communication.  
  • Prepare agendas and take minutes during meetings. 
  • Organize and maintain a digital filing system. 
  • Appropriately relay important information promptly and clearly, maintaining confidentiality as needed. 
  • Manage sensitive matters with a high level of confidentiality and discretion. 
  • Maintain excellent communication and time management skills, with a proven ability to meet deadlines. 
  • Ability to function well in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment; perform additional duties as assigned by executives. 
  • Prioritize inquiries and requests while troubleshooting conflicts; make judgments and recommendations to ensure smooth day-to-day engagements.  
  • Provide hospitality to all guests and help to create a welcoming environment.  
  • Assist with special projects/duties as assigned for the overall benefit of the organization.  

 

QUALIFICATIONS 

  • Proven work experience as an Executive Assistant supporting C-Level executives or similar roles (3+ years experience). 
  • Tech-Savvy, with proficiency in Google Applications and other office productivity tools, and ease of adoption with new software and systems. 
  • Experience exercising discretion and confidentiality with sensitive company information. 
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills, creative and willing to take on work independently and coordinate multiple projects at once. 
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
  • Strong ability to execute work with a diversity, equity, and inclusion lens.   
  • High degree of professionalism in dealing with diverse groups of people, including senior executives, partners, and external leaders. 
  • Make appropriate, informed decisions regarding priorities and available time.  
  • Ability to complete a high volume of tasks and projects with little or no supervision. 
  • Able to maintain a high level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information. 
  • Highly adaptable, with the ability to switch gears at a moment’s notice. 
  • Flexible team player prepared to do what it takes to get the job done; versatile and enjoys a challenge.