Executive Administrative Assistant - Greenwich, CT Job at XPO Logistics, Greenwich, CT

bjBiSWI5VmFCcTZDVmVvMUVESjNPRFVpVnc9PQ==
  • XPO Logistics
  • Greenwich, CT

Job Description

What you’ll need to succeed as an Executive Administrative Assistant at XPO

Minimum qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent related work or military experience
  • 5 or more years of experience supporting a senior executive
  • Ability to handle sensitive information with the utmost discretion and maintain confidentiality at all times
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and other related software as needed
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively multitask and meet deadlines
  • Experience with event planning logistics
  • Comfortable with learning new software and online tools

Preferred qualifications:

  • An eye for detail, conscientiousness and thoroughness when completing work
  • Highly organized work style
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • A "no job is too big or too small" attitude
  • Typing speed of at least 70+ wpm (as typing is a critical skill for this position, we encourage you to review and practice your typing skills throughout your application process here:

About the Executive Administrative Assistant job

Pay, benefits and more:

  • Competitive compensation package
  • Full health insurance benefits available on day one
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Earn up to 15 days of PTO over your first year
  • 9 paid company holidays
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Education assistance
  • Opportunity to participate in a company incentive plan

What you’ll do on a typical day:

  • Due to the critical nature of this role, this position is required to be in the office 5 days per week at our Greenwich, CT corporate location
  • Serve as the executive assistant to the global chief human resources officer
  • Offer additional support to other senior executives as needed
  • Maintain accurate calendars and prioritize important deliverables
  • Plan and arrange domestic and international travel itineraries and accommodations
  • Complete expense reports, invoicing and external billing for suppliers
  • Draft high-level presentations, communications and documents using Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Collaborate with others to organize various team events
  • Lead various engagement activities for the corporate office
  • Provide backup support to other administrative professionals in the office during their absences or vacations #PIQ

About XPO

XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, with a highly integrated network of people, technology and physical assets. At XPO, we look for employees who like a challenge and can communicate effectively in all situations. We want to leverage your skills and years of experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for yourself and XPO. If you’re looking for a growth opportunity, join us at XPO. 

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test. 

The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills for this job classification. 

Review XPO's candidate privacy statement here .

Job Tags

Holiday work,

Similar Jobs

Symmetry Financial Group - Kisha Atkin

FT Remote Life Insurance Agent Job at Symmetry Financial Group - Kisha Atkin

 ...and be YOUR OWN BOSS? To change your life and have financial freedomat last? To...  ...where you are treated like family? The Insurance Industry checks all of those boxes and...  ...help, training and support from successful agents Opportunity to own your own agency and... 

Parkdale Health and Rehab

Registered Nurse (RN) PRN Days Job at Parkdale Health and Rehab

 ...Parkdale Health and Rehab is a fantastic skilled nursing facility located in Price, UT. We provide exceptional long term and rehabilitation...  ...to grow as a nurse - you've found it! Hours ~ This is a PRN position and we have 12 hour shifts [6AM to 6PM], or partial shifts... 

Alldus International Consulting Ltd

Senior Product Developer Job at Alldus International Consulting Ltd

 ...innovation in processes, technology and frameworks.~Contribute to development, architecture and story grooming activities.~Design modular...  ...event-driven architecture.~Experience with ServiceNow scoped app development.~Strong hands-on expertise in ServiceNow client-... 

Prudent Engineering

Assistant Proposal Writer Job at Prudent Engineering

 ...Skills, and Abilities: We are expanding our Marketing department to meet the growing needs of our firm and are seeking an Assistant Proposal Writer for our Syracuse, New York office. This position reports to the Senior Proposal Writer and works with management and... 

University of Alabama, Birmingham

Patient Observer - Virtual Sitter - AM (711) | University of Alabama, Birmingham Job at University of Alabama, Birmingham

 ...Patient Observer - Virtual Sitter - AM (711)-( T221589) Description Compensation : Pay Range: $14.00 - $17.50 / hour - Benefits available for eligible positions include: 100% tuition assistance, wellness initiatives, generous paid time off, paid parental leave...