Senior Administrative Assistant

Overview

The Senior Administrative Assistant supports the Business Unit Risk Executive for Technology, Data and Operations with exceptional administrative expertise. This role requires proactive calendar management, anticipating and addressing the needs of the executive to ensure productivity and efficiency. The individual works independently with resourcefulness and a positive attitude, fostering a collaborative atmosphere while maintaining discretion and confidentiality. Attention to detail, proactive problem-solving, and adaptability to dynamic environments are essential.

Regular or Temporary:
Regular

Language Fluency: English (Required)

Work Shift:
1st shift (United States of America)

Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.

• Executive Support:
  Provide comprehensive administrative assistance to the senior executive, including managing correspondence, preparing documents, and coordinating communications.
• Proactive Calendar Management:
  Independently oversee complex calendars, schedule meetings, and anticipate potential conflicts to ensure efficient time allocation and seamless daily operations.
• Care and Anticipation:
  Proactively identify the executive’s needs, preferences, and priorities to deliver tailored support, from travel arrangements to meeting preparation and follow-up.
• Professionalism and Discipline:
  Uphold a high level of professionalism in all interactions, exercising discretion, confidentiality, and sound judgment in handling sensitive information.
• Resourcefulness:
  Address challenges with creativity and initiative, leveraging available resources to resolve issues quickly and effectively.
• Positive Attitude:
  Create a welcoming and constructive environment by maintaining an optimistic outlook and fostering teamwork among colleagues and external stakeholders.
• Independent Work:
  Operate with minimal supervision, prioritizing tasks and managing multiple responsibilities efficiently in a fast-paced setting.
• Coordination and Organization:
  Organize events, meetings, and projects, ensuring all logistics are executed flawlessly and deadlines are met.
• Continuous Improvement:
  Seek opportunities to enhance administrative processes and contribute to the overall effectiveness of the executive office.

Required Qualifications:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High school diploma, or equivalent education and related training
• Seven years of progressively more complex clerical experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills (including strong knowledge of spelling and grammar), organizational skills, interpersonal skills, and math skills
• Exhibited ability to work independently
• Ability to deal with complex situations which require sound judgment
• Ability to operate office equipment (e.g. copier, fax)
• Ability to endure light physical labor
• Demonstrated proficiency in basic computer applications, such as Microsoft Office software products

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Access and Power Point
• Completion of certifications that are specific to industry

All regular teammates (not temporary or contingent workers) working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits, though eligibility for specific benefits may be determined by the division of Truist offering the position. Truist offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, tax-preferred savings accounts, and a 401k plan to teammates. Teammates also receive no less than 10 days of vacation (prorated based on date of hire and by full-time or part-time status) during their first year of employment, along with 10 sick days (also prorated), and paid holidays.

For more details on Truist’s generous benefit plans, please visit our Benefits site. Depending on the position and division, this job may also be eligible for Truist’s defined benefit pension plan, restricted stock units, and/or a deferred compensation plan. As you advance through the hiring process, you will also learn more about the specific benefits available for any non-temporary position for which you apply, based on full-time or part-time status, position, and division of work.

Equal Opportunity and related statements:
Truist is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, citizenship or national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law. Truist is a Drug Free Workplace. EEO is the Law E-Verify IER Right to Work