Executive Administrative Assistant - Corporate Technology Workplace Solutions

If you’re passionate about being part of a dynamic organization that enables a Fortune 100 company with nearly $70 billion in annual sales to drive innovation and adopt new technologies that deliver business results, then Nationwide’s Technology team could be the place for you! At Nationwide®, “on your side” goes beyond just words. Our customers are at the center of everything we do and we’re looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care.

Are you ready to take on a dynamic role supporting three Executive Leaders and their teams? We’re looking for someone who can bring a blend of professionalism, tech-savviness, and a friendly demeanor to our Columbus, Ohio office.

• Organizational Guru:
  Your organizational skills are top-notch, and you can handle disruptions and reprioritizations with ease.
• People Person:
  You have exceptional interpersonal skills and can communicate effectively with everyone.
• Tech Enthusiast:
  You’re proficient with MS Office (Teams, Planner, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and embrace new technologies.
• Team Player:
  Whether working independently or as part of a team, you foster strong relationships and partnerships, especially in a hybrid or remote work environment.

• Help orchestrate the daily operations for 1VP and 2 AVP's, providing top-notch support.
• Support our dynamic organization.
• Be the backbone of our operations, ensuring everything runs smoothly.

• Be part of a team that values creativity, collaboration, and excellence.

Are you a problem solver and detailed oriented? If you can take initiative, use both your analytical and creative abilities to make sound decisions and have a desire to solve challenges, we want to hear from you!

• Focuses on both daily and longer-range calendar for multiple leaders and teams. Manages leader's personal calendar as directed.
• Coordinates travel plans for leader(s) and team and makes mid-trip changes quickly when required.
• Compiles information for reports and presentations.
• Screens communications for action items and due dates, bringing key items to the leader's attention. Initiates necessary actions, e.g., follow-ups, prioritizations, action required, etc. Drafts responses for executive review, implementing their style into all communications. Rarely seeks guidance on email replies.
• Provides assistance with office procedures or processes that help the team be more productive and efficient.
• Monitors departmental expenses, processes expense reports in a timely manner and monitors expense reports submitted by executive and staff for accurate reporting.
• Manages budget for meeting planning. Conducts quality checks on invoices/accounts payable. Inputs travel expense and other expenses for payment; reviews and passes to office budget coordinator.
• Keeps current on Nationwide procedure changes, Human Resources policy changes, business environment, etc. that impact department level plans.
• May participate in special projects as assigned.

Typical reports to an Associate Vice President level executive or above, and may support multiple executives and their staff. This is an individual contributor role.

High school, vocational or technical business school studies in secretarial science; some undergraduate-level coursework beneficial.

Administrative professional certification(s) such as Certified Administrative Professional (CAP) or Certified World Class Assistant (CWCA) are a plus.

Typically, six or more years related administrative assistant experience. Nationwide experience is highly desirable.

Knowledge of company policies and organizational structure. Understanding of office practices and procedures. Ability to make decisions and recommend solutions to work processing and office management problems. Strong communication skills to interact with all levels of leaders, associates, and external…