Executive Assistant at Ford Global Career Site

Allen Park, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Strategic Time Management, Calendar Optimization, Confidentiality, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Problem-Solving, Interpersonal Skills, Microsoft Office Suite, Collaboration Tools, Travel Management, Attention To Detail, Proactivity, Discretion, Leadership Coordination, Global Operations Experience, Technology-Focused Experience

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Description

Strategic Time & Calendar Optimization (Integrated Perspective): Proactively manage and optimize a complex calendar, strategically prioritizing engagements based on SE&O's critical objectives and the integrated professional and personal commitments. Anticipate and resolve potential conflicts by maintaining a comprehensive "whole picture" view, ensuring optimal allocation of the executive's time and energy. Coordinate and schedule high-level internal and external meetings, including preparing agendas, pre-reads, and ensuring timely follow-ups crucial for SE&O's global alignment. Handle highly confidential and sensitive information, encompassing both business and personal matters, with the utmost discretion, professionalism, and integrity. Ensure the executive is impeccably prepared for all engagements by compiling comprehensive background information and briefing materials relevant to SE&O's strategic imperatives. Organize and maintain critical documents, files, and information systems essential for efficient operation and decision-making within the global SE&O context. Support the coordination of leadership team meetings, global offsites, and internal events, fostering a cohesive and high-performing SE&O culture. Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Communications, or a related field, or a combination of experience and education. 5-8 years of progressive experience in a high-level executive support role, directly supporting a senior executive in a demanding, global environment. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word), collaboration tools, and travel/expense platforms. Superior written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail and the ability to craft executive-level messaging. Demonstrated experience and proven capability in managing the complex integration of an executive's professional and personal commitments, requiring a high degree of trust and discretion. Experience within global operations, engineering, or a technology-focused organization is highly preferred. Exceptional organizational, time management, and prioritization skills, with an ability to anticipate needs and proactively manage complex schedules. Unwavering integrity, discretion, and professionalism in handling highly sensitive and confidential information. High degree of proactivity, resourcefulness, and problem-solving ability, with a strong service orientation. Strong interpersonal skills, capable of building effective relationships across all levels of the organization and external contacts. ________________________________________ Value Proposition: This Executive Assistant will be a pivotal force in optimizing the Global Executive Director's effectiveness, directly contributing to SE&O's success in driving its ambitious transformation agenda. By providing strategic, integrated support, this role enables the executive to maintain a sharper focus on maximizing customer uptime, industrializing service, and delivering a seamless service experience, thereby elevating Ford's service brand and competitive advantage globally. As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including: Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases Tuition assistance Established and active employee resource groups Paid time off for individual and team community service A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time. This position is a salary grade 5. For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSRSP1 Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Responsibilities

The Executive Assistant will manage and optimize the executive's complex calendar, prioritizing engagements based on critical objectives. This role includes coordinating high-level meetings, handling confidential information, and ensuring the executive is prepared for all engagements.