Executive Assistant - Project Specialist Senior
Associated BankAbout the role
At Associated Bank we strive to create an inclusive culture where different perspectives are valued and recognized as strengths critical to our success. If you thrive in an environment where your growth and development are encouraged and supported, then Associated Bank may be the right place for you.
Associated Bank requires you to directly represent yourself and your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process. Associated Bank conducts a thorough background check on all new hires.
Role SummaryAs an Executive Assistant - Project Specialist Senior, you'll serve as a trusted partner to executive leadership by providing strategic, high-level administrative and project support. You'll help drive organizational priorities by managing executive operations, coordinating key initiatives, and ensuring leaders are prepared to focus on business strategy and decision-making. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership while making a meaningful impact across the organization.
Key Accountabilities
- Manage complex executive calendars, travel arrangements, and high-priority meetings across multiple business functions.
- Coordinate executive communications, including correspondence, presentations, reports, and other leadership materials.
- Partner with business leaders to develop board presentations, strategic documents, and executive-level deliverables.
- Oversee confidential projects and time-sensitive initiatives while ensuring alignment across internal stakeholders.
- Track critical action items, deliverables, and deadlines to ensure executive readiness and timely follow-through.
- Represent the executive office with professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment when interacting with colleagues, clients, and board members.
- Support executive and board meetings by coordinating logistics, preparing materials, and ensuring seamless execution.
Education & Experience
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Communications, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 5+ years of experience providing administrative support to leaders.
- Strong organizational, communication, and project coordination skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of confidentiality and professionalism.
Preferred
- 5+ years of experience supporting senior executives or C-level leadership.
- Experience preparing executive presentations, board materials, and strategic communications.
- Experience coordinating cross-functional projects and executive initiatives.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and executive support technologies.
Why You'll Love Working Here
At Associated Bank, you'll work alongside senior leaders in a collaborative environment where your expertise and initiative are valued. We invest in your professional growth through meaningful work, development opportunities, and the chance to contribute to high-impact initiatives that shape our organization.
Apply today to make an impact.
We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified parties, including but not limited to people returning to the workforce, people with disabilities, those without a college degree, and veterans or those with military experience.
In addition to core traditional benefits, we take pride in offering benefits for every stage of life.
Retirement savings including both 401(k) and Pension plans.
Paid time off to volunteer in your community.
Opportunities to connect with others through our diversity-focused Colleague Resource Groups.
Competitive salaries with professional development and advancement opportunities.
Bonus benefits including well-being programs and incentives, parental leave, an employee stock purchase plan, military benefits and much more.
Personal banking, loan, investment and insurance benefits.
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