Senior Executive Assistant to CEO

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The Senior Executive Assistant provides high-level strategic and administrative support to the Chief Executive Officer in a fast-paced, global business environment. This position requires exceptional judgment, discretion, and the ability to anticipate needs, manage shifting priorities, and maintain focus on the most critical business matters. Acting as a trusted extension of the CEO, this role blends strategic partnership and operational excellence to ensure flawless execution and effective communication across internal and external stakeholders.

$96,700 - $113,800 annually + bonus eligibility. This is the expected salary range for this position. Ultimately, in determining pay, we will consider the successful candidate’s location, experience, and other job-related factors.

• Provide proactive, high-level support to the CEO, managing competing priorities and sensitive matters with sound judgment and discretion.
• Draft, edit, and prepare communications, presentations, and briefing materials for the CEO and Board of Directors with accuracy and clarity.
• Manage complex calendars, travel logistics, and global meeting coordination to ensure seamless execution of daily and long-term commitments.
• Serve as a key liaison between the CEO, Chief of Staff, Y10, Board Members, and other stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and accountability.
• Track deliverables, commitments, and follow-ups to drive execution and maintain alignment across teams.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with internal and external partners at all levels of the organization.
• Lead or support special projects and high-priority initiatives with limited supervision.
• Handle confidential information and communications with the highest level of professionalism and integrity.

• 10+ years of experience supporting senior executives in a corporate or global organization.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams) and related productivity tools.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to synthesize complex information and provide strategic recommendations.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy, composure, and discretion.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively across diverse teams.

• Bachelor’s degree
• Experience supporting a global CEO or C-suite executive in a complex, matrixed organization.
• Familiarity with board governance processes and executive-level communications.

Employees (and their eligible family members) may enroll in the following types of insurance coverage: medical, dental, vision, legal, and accidental death and dismemberment, as well as FSA/HSA (depending on enrolled medical plan). Yum! also provides short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance. Employees may enroll in our 401(k) plan. Yum! provides 4 weeks of vacation, paid sick leave, 10 paid holidays, a floating day off and 2 paid days for volunteer time each calendar year.

To learn more about working at Yum!, please review our careers information.

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