Administrative Assistant, Global Impact

Company Description

McDonald’s is proud to be one of the most recognized brands in the world, with restaurants in over 100 countries that serve 70 million customers daily. We continue to operate from a position of strength. Our updated growth strategy is focused on staying ahead of what our customers want and realizing further growth potential. Our relentless ambition is why McDonald’s remains one of the world’s leading corporations after almost 70 years. Joining McDonald's means thinking big and preparing for a career that can have influence around the world.

At McDonald’s, we see every day as a chance to create positive impact. We lead through our values centered on inclusivity, service, integrity, community and family. From support of Ronald McDonald House Charities to our Youth Opportunity project and sustainability initiatives, our values keep us dedicated to using our scale for good: good for our customers, people, industry and planet. We also offer a broad range of outstanding benefits including a sabbatical program, tuition assistance and flexible work arrangements.

We are enjoying the flexibility of a hybrid work model, in which employees spend part of their week connecting with co-workers in our state-of-the-art headquarters. Located in the booming West Loop of downtown Chicago, it's set up to be a global hub that cultivates collaboration:

• Take a class at Hamburger University
• Sample future items in our Test Kitchen
• Utilize the latest technology to connect with your team around the globe

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to the diversity of our crew members, staff, operators, and suppliers. We promote an inclusive work environment that creates feel-good moments for everyone.

Job Description

McDonald’s Global Impact team needs a top-notch Administrative Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity to build upon your professional experience in a fast-paced and team-oriented environment. You will be a critical team member and will perform a wide variety of specialized and administrative activities. The top candidate will possess strong organizational and communication skills and a proven track record of achieving results. This position will be directly supporting the VP of Communications and two Directors within our Global Impact department. 

Administrative Duties:

• Partnering on strategic calendar management: Provide extensive calendar management and complex meeting planning, including anticipating key meeting needs, and proactively organizing preparatory and follow-up meetings to ensure smooth operations and alignment across teams.
• Participate in the coordination and editing of communications, processes and tasks that align with and support the overall goals of the team and organization
• Handle all travel arrangements and logistics including itinerary building, and expense report processing
• Work directly with team to effectively communicate necessary employee matters (i.e. employee transfers, recognitions, anniversaries) to appropriate audiences
• Develop, consolidate and edit PowerPoint presentations, agendas, meeting summaries and other materials in support of department meetings

Benefits eligible: Yes
Bonus eligible: Yes
The expected salary range for this role is $30.58 – $36.69 per hour 
The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we may also consider your experience, and other job-related factors.

Qualifications

• Must know MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and WebEx or similar meeting tools
• Comfortable interacting with Executive level management
• Strong communication and critical thinking skills
• Must be very proactive and energetic, self-led
• Reliable, goals-oriented, and able to anticipate needs
• Demonstrates ability to handle and maintain confidential information
• Quick learner and ability to understand complex business issues
• Must be organized, motivated with superior follow-through
• Must be able to prioritize and work well under pressure
• Strong attention to detail and ability to complete large volumes of work efficiently and effectively
• Ability to adapt to a constantly evolving business and work environment

Additional Information

Benefits eligible: This position offers health and welfare benefits, a 401(k) plan, adoption assistance program, educational assistance program, flexible ways of working, and time off policies (including sick leave, parental leave, and vacation/PTO). Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment. 

Bonus eligible: This position is eligible for a bonus, calculated based on i