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Executive Assistant to the CIO
 

Seeking a highly experienced Executive Assistant to support the Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Head of Global Operations. This role supports senior leadership in a fast-paced, global environment and operates with a high degree of autonomy, judgment, and discretion. The Executive Assistant acts as a strategic partner—anticipating needs, managing competing priorities, and ensuring executive time and focus align to critical business objectives. This is not a task-driven role; it requires comfort operating at the senior executive level with minimal direction.

How You Will Add Value

Core Responsibilities:

• You will proactively manage a complex global calendar across shifting priorities and time zones
• You will anticipate scheduling conflicts and make independent decisions aligned to executive priorities
• You will ensure executives are fully prepared with materials, context, and follow-ups for meetings
• You will coordinate complex domestic and international travel and Travel and Expense (T&E) needs
• You will ensure seamless logistics across all executive activities
• You will support in-office executive presence, including greeting senior stakeholders and visitors

Strategic Responsibilities:

• You will act as a strategic partner, aligning executive time to critical business objectives
• You will develop agendas, briefing materials, and presentations for key meetings
• You will track deliverables and follow up on outstanding items across leadership
• You will drive accountability by ensuring timely execution of leadership commitments
• You will maintain awareness of organizational priorities to inform executive decision-making

Teams & Collaboration:

• You will act as a gatekeeper and facilitator for internal and external engagements
• You will follow up with direct reports and stakeholders on commitments
• You will coordinate logistics for in-person meetings and events, including catering and room setup
• You will partner with local office teams to deliver high-quality guest experiences

What Will Help You Be Successful in This Role

Experience:

• 6–12 years’ experience + supporting senior leaders (C-suite or equivalent) in a complex, global organization
• Proven ability to manage highly complex calendars and competing priorities
• Experience preparing executive-level materials and coordinating across senior stakeholders

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong organizational and follow-through skills with attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Demonstrated ability to operate with minimal guidance and high ownership
• Exceptional judgment, discretion, and professionalism
• Ability to build relationships and influence without authority
• Ability to come into the Baltimore office (Harbor Point) three days per week (hybrid)

Key Attributes for Success:

• Proactive and anticipatory — sees around corners and acts without being asked
• Decisive and confident — makes sound calls independently
• Highly organized under pressure — thrives in a fast-moving, high-demand environment
• Business-aware — understands organizational dynamics and executive priorities
• Professional — represents the executive and organization with credibility

Why This Role: This is a unique opportunity to partner closely with a senior global executive at the center of technology and operations. The role offers high visibility, meaningful impact, and the ability to operate as a trusted extension of leadership.

Compensation: Franklin Templeton offers a competitive and valuable range of total rewards—designed to support employees' well-being and recognize their time, talents, and results. Along with base compensation, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, a 401(k) p