Assistant to President

Assistant to the President

Location: Norfolk VA, US

Position Summary
The Executive Assistant I - Assistant to the President provides high-level administrative support to the President of CMA CGM Group America LLC. This role involves managing the President's schedule, coordinating meetings and events, drafting correspondence, preparing reports and presentations, and handling confidential information. The Executive Assistant I may liaise with internal and external stakeholders, oversee special projects, and perform other administrative duties as required.

Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, discretion, and effective communication are essential for success in this role.

• All administrative support for up to three senior executives, with emphasis on administrative support for the President of CMA CGM (America) LLC.
• Act as liaison with all outside agencies and industry contacts on behalf of the President and Senior Executives.
• Handle scheduling, travel arrangements (domestic and international) and travel expense reporting for President and Senior Executives.
• Ad Hoc reporting and analysis as requested by the President and/or Senior Executives.
• Direct involvement with meeting minutes, ad hoc presentations, and preparation of corporate communication materials for the Executive Management team, as requested by the President.
• Prepare correspondence on behalf of the President and Senior Executives.
• Organize meetings and special events including direct involvement with meeting materials and presentations as requested by the President.

• Superior skills in using Microsoft Office software, particularly Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to multi-task while maintaining focus and attention to detail.
• Discretion and confidentiality are essential. This individual must be able to keep confidences and act with the highest level of diplomacy and tact.
• A self-starter who does not need to wait for direction on daily support functions, but who understands when to ask for clarification or permission to move forward with a decision or delivery of a project.
• Well spoken and articulate; excellent written communication skills.
• Ability to work more than a 40 hour work week, when necessary.

Education
Required High School Diploma or GED
Preferred Bachelor’s Degree

Work Experience
Experience Years of Experience Description
General Experience 5-10 years A proven track record working for senior executives, with at least five years of experience supporting the Vice President level or above. Preference will be given to candidates who have supported the President / CEO level.

EEO Statement:
The Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. Discrimination or harassment based upon any protected characteristics as defined by state or federal law is wholly inconsistent with our company values and will not be tolerated. Alternative application methods are available for individuals who are unable to use or access our online application system.

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