Executive Assistant - EVP Chief Financial Officer

Company Description

Why Wellmark: We are a mutual insurance company owned by our policy holders across Iowa and South Dakota, and we’ve built our reputation on over 80 years’ worth of trust. We are not motivated by profits. We are motivated by the well-being of our friends, family, and neighbors–our members. If you’re passionate about joining an organization working hard to put its members first, to provide best-in-class service, and one that is committed to sustainability and innovation, consider applying today! 

Why Wellmark Finance?: Wellmark's Finance division plays a strategic role and encompasses a diverse set of professionals. Our team consists of accountants, actuaries, data scientists, financial analysts, underwriters, contract negotiators and more. We oversee Wellmark's finances and ensure the company is making sound decisions.

Learn more about our unique benefit offerings here. 

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Job Description

About the Role: As Executive Assistant you'll partner with the Chief Financial Officer to aid in delivering strategic divisional and organizational objectives. You will expertly handle a complex calendar and inbox, provide advanced meeting support and coordination, and proactively prepare refined agendas and presentations. You will play an integral part in representing your executive both internally and externally and serve as a trusted liaison and advisor taking initiative to support special projects, and assist with communications. You will partner closely with the other Executive Assistants and Administrative Assistants within the division and work across the company to deliver results collaboratively. 

About You:  You are never bored, as you're always looking to the future and seek every opportunity to anticipate what's coming next. The puzzle that is an executive's calendar is a challenge that energizes you, and you possess effective, collaborative, gatekeeping skills to manage their schedule while effectively maintaining the executive's brand and meeting numerous time demands. Both highly detailed and flexible, your organizational and prioritization skills are top-notch, and you pride yourself on your ability to be extemporaneous and quickly adjust. Practice in the skill of maintaining confidential and sensitive information, you exercise sound judgement and operate with the highest level of integrity, handling yourself in a tactful and savvy manner. Being a trusted advisor confidant is something you take seriously. You are a proactive decision maker who is skilled at providing critical input and supporting key initiatives. Assertive and collaborative, you are a leader and foster an environment of partnership, innovation, teamwork, and cohesion among leaders and colleagues. You are a consummate professional seeking to partner with your executive, and one who enjoys new daily challenges! When others are feeling stress, you are a beacon of calm.

Qualifications

Preferred:

• Experience supporting C-suite executives or senior leadership in a finance focused environment.
• Strong knowledge of enterprise-level collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams, Outlook, SharePoint, and other MS products and similar platforms. 
• Familiarity with project management principles and tools. 
• Proven experience in coordinating cross-departmental initiatives. 
• Exceptional organizational skills with a track record of seamlessly managing complex schedules and logistics. 
• Prior experience in a large organization with exposure to many levels of leadership and divisions. 
• Demonstrated ability to drive process imrpovements and implement operational efficiencies. 
• Proven ability to mentor or supervise administrative staff when needed.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development through certifications, training, or workshops. 

Required:

• Associate’s Degree in Business, Administration, Office Administration, or related
• 7+ years of related work experience:
• A minimum of 4 years of experience as an executive assistant or related role in a large, complex organization.
• Professional, polished and willing to provide the highest level of customer service at all times.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products and demonstrated PC skills.
• Ability to use innovation and initiative to handle and prioritize multiple tasks and responsibilities in a fast-paced environment. Flexible and adaptable to change.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Evidence of “big picture” perspective and abili