Job Description

OVERVIEW

At General Mills,  the Sr. Executive Assistant  is an important business partner to C-suite executives , adding value through exceptional support that enables our company to win and our employees to maximize their full potential. We drive winning results for the organization through developing our amazing talent, creating agile organizations, and building world class capabilities that unleash performance in a distinctive and undeniable global culture.  

The role of the Sr. Executive Assistant,  Digital ,  Technology and Transformation ,  will focus on providing excellent administrative support to the  Chief Digital ,  Technology  and Transformation  Officer and Corporate HR Vice President  as  well as being a key partner to  the  Digital & Technology  leadership team.

This role will provide  strong partnership to a  C-suite leader  and his leadership team in a fast-paced environment.  As the Sr. Executive Assistant, it is essential the individual  demonstrates exceptional leadership, excellent sense of proactiveness, collaboration to effectively  utilize all support resources, agility and professionalism  representing those he/she supports, the leaders’ functions, and General Mills.  This position will require occasional accessibility and work hours outside of the standard workday and is an excellent opportunity to expand C-Suite experience.  

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Manage multiple complex calendars.
• Manage meeting  logistics , document creation ( P ower P oint, phone lists, etc.), distribution  lists and other miscellaneous duties.
• Act as a liaison for leaders with individuals outside the organization including industry/external organizations and Boards.
• Assist with complex travel arrangements and expense reports.
• Create and proofread all materials for extreme accuracy and clarity.
• Work closely with the Communications  Manager ,  lead HR Business Partner ,  and  lead Finance Partner  to support key communications and  function initiatives.  
• Schedule and coordinate  logistics for small and large group meetings both on and off-site, including  function meetings and  Senior  Leadership Team offsites.
• Interact with individuals from all levels of the organization, serving as  a central point to  facilitate function- specific needs. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Minimum 6 years of Administrative Assistant experience providing dedicated support to senior-level leaders.
• High school diploma
• Primary work location onsite Monday through Thursday, with flexibility to work remotely at times, in alignment with leader and organization needs
• May require occasional accessibility and work hours outside of the standard workday.
• Exceptional customer service and customer-first mindset.
• Strong learning mindset and adaptability.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• High degree of  proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word).
• High level of critical thinking, independent  judgment and sound decision making.
• Exceptional professionalism, integrity, and accountability to manage highly confidential information
• Ability to work independently and effectively collaborate with cross functional teams.
• Must be able to  operate with agility and respond to requests on tight deadlines.
• Exceptional interpersonal/partnership skills and ability to work effectively with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Enthusiastic and positive attitude.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• 1-2 years Executive Assistant experience supporting Senior executive(s)

ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. General Mills will not sponsor applicants for a U.S. work visa. 
• International relocation or international remote working arrangements (outside of the US) will not be considered.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

We exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best — bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one other and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what’s next.

Salary Range

The salary range for this position is $64800.00 - $89300.00 / Annually. At General Mills we strive for each employee's pay at any point in their career to reflect their experiences performance and skills for their current role. The salary range for this role represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, educations, skills, work experience, certifications, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range. Beyond base salary, General Mills offers a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, wellbeing support and perks. Benefits may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors. You may also be eligible to participate in an annual incentive program. An incentive award, if any, depends on various factors, including, individual and organizational performance.

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Job Tags

Work experience placement, Casual work, Work at office, Remote work, Relocation, Work visa, Monday to Thursday

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