Executive Assistant

Job-Zusammenfassung:

As an Executive Assistant, you’ll offer top-tier administrative support to a team of Human Resource Executives and the HR Business Partner team at The Walt Disney Studios! You’ll take charge of their ever-evolving calendar like a pro ensuring every meeting and engagement flows seamlessly. You’ll act as a liaison, connecting our team with clients and partners in a way that will inspire collaboration. In addition, you will arrange travel, assist with projects and presentations, while managing confidential information discreetly.  You will be working with the HR team supporting Marvel Studios, 20th Century Studios, Disney, Disney Live Action, Searchlight Pictures, Production Crew, Workforce Strategy, and more.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional administrative support to multiple Human Resources executives and team members, which includes answering phones, scheduling meetings and conference rooms, organizing files, arranging travel, processing expense reports, ordering supplies, handling invoices, and responding to inquiries.
• Take full part in the effective management of the office workflow, ensuring timely ownership of projects, conducting basic research for ad hoc projects, overseeing budgets, generating reports, managing headcount, and facilitating staff communication alongside other critical HR projects and processes.
• Collaborate closely with executives to adeptly manage their calendars and time by proactively handling schedules, anticipating and resolving issues promptly, and identifying necessary materials/files for meetings.
• Analyze office administrative and procedural challenges, making recommendations and implementing resolutions proactively.
• Utilize relevant technologies to develop and maintain an efficient follow-up system, setting priorities, meeting deadlines, and ensuring assignments are completed with minimal direction. Maintain accurate and timely departmental lists, including emails, office phones, cell numbers, etc.
• Uphold strict confidentiality standards regarding all matters and documents. Foster a positive environment for interactions within the office and the team.
• Perform miscellaneous duties and undertake projects as assigned when needed.
• Act as a creative and proactive problem solver within the HR Business Partner team, assisting clients with calendar requests, workflow management, and HR-related questions.

 Basic Qualifications

• Proven experience in supporting an executive office as a highly effective and integrated partner
• Background in providing administrative support to senior executives (Disney experience is advantageous)
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the capability to collaborate seamlessly with executives, staff, external associates at all levels, and within a larger departmental team
• Competence in managing intricate office administrative tasks, necessitating independent judgment and initiative
• Expertise in meeting deadlines, prioritizing tasks, and achieving quality outcomes
• Works with a high level of organization, meticulous attention to detail, and strong follow-up capabilities
• Ability to make informed decisions despite limited information and adapt quickly to changing circumstances
• Maintains a positive and professional demeanor under pressure, while being resourceful and adaptable
• Effective communicator, both verbally and in writing, including drafting email communications and preparing presentation materials
• Works with a strong sense of purpose, competence, authority, and empathy; consistently applies critical thinking to understand and resolve issues
• High proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SAP; Flexibility with work schedule. Some overtime may be necessary.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Previous experience in Human Resources
• Previous experience supporting multiple executives in a highly matrixed organization
• A desire to learn new emerging technologies and systems

Required Education: 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $52,400.00 to $70,200.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.