Executive Assistant - Corporate Development & Strategy

The Executive Assistant will support the Head of Corporate Development and Strategy.

Corporate Development & Strategy works with the Executive Office and stakeholders in the business and corporate functions to design and drive key strategic priorities for Mizuho’s Corporate and Investment Bank in the Americas region. The team’s scope of work spans many facets of the firm’s development and transformation, including firm-wide strategic planning, business-division specific growth areas (e.g., new product development, inorganic growth opportunities), process & operational improvements, and principal investment activities. The team provides support to the Executive Office and partners with the Technology division on digital innovation initiatives.

Our projects provide exposure to business initiatives across multiple lines of business and products, as well as exposure to learning the operational aspects of a large foreign banking institution. This individual will be a meaningful contributor to high-priority, high-visibility projects of the firm, which at times require high time demands of the team. The individual will enjoy a project-oriented, team-oriented working environment that involves balancing multiple deadlines and stakeholders in an organized manner. The team prioritizes a culture of intellectual curiosity, self-study, and professional development.

In office 4 days a week

Responsibilities

Function as gatekeeper to Head of department

Manage complex, ever-changing calendars and strategic scheduling

Assist in other administrative support tasks as assigned by Department Head and direct reports

Strategically prepares Department Head for meetings and events in advance

Pro-active in managing schedule on a forward outward approach

Multitask in a high paced environment

Manage travel & entertainment arrangement domestically and internationally

Revise, print and bind PowerPoint presentations

Coordinate communications among management of Banking Division

Manage general office needs such as ordering supplies and mail distribution

Manage conference room reservations, dial in number reservations

Assist with client meetings (order food and greet clients)

Qualifications

At least 5-7 years of Administrative Assistant experience within Financial Services

Prior experience supporting a C-Suite team

Advanced Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint proficiency required

Exhibits a strong work ethic, professionalism, confidentiality and good judgment

Well-developed interpersonal skills; enthusiastic, self-motivated, team oriented, works well under pressure

Incredibly organized and resourceful while having the ability to multi-task with great attention to detail and follow through

Personable with a can-do attitude that sees no task or project as too big or too small

Time management and multitasking skills required

Excellent verbal and written communication skills  

Willingness to assist in duties called upon at last minute notice

Willingness to undertake new tasks

Must be able to work well with the Administrative Support Group

The expected base salary ranges from $100,000.00 to $120,000.00. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications and licenses obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.

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Other requirements

Mizuho has in place a hybrid working program, with varying opportunities for remote work depending on the nature of the role, needs of your department, as well as local laws and regulatory obligations. Roles in some of our departments have greater in-office requirements that will be communicated to you as part of the recruitment process.   

Company Overview

Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. is the 15th largest bank in the world as measured by total assets of ~$2 trillion. Mizuho's 60,000 employees worldwide offer comprehensive