Executive Assistant, WNBC & WNJU

Company Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

Job Description

NBCUniversal is seeking an Executive Assistant to support the President and General Manager, WNBC and the President and General Manager, WNJU.

• Provide professional phone coverage at all times; screen all calls and determine through independent judgment those which require immediate attention
• Proactively manage and coordinate a busy calendar and schedule
• Schedule all internal and external meetings  
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• Maintain and update contacts lists
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate filing system
• Assist with additional projects and other duties as required by President and General Manager.  Also, work with Department Heads on projects and initiatives as assigned
• Process and track expense reimbursements
• Coordinate travel arrangements
• Punctual, regular, and consistent attendance
• Coordinate Town Hall meetings
• Responsible for the conference room bookings
• Handle sensitive materials, ie: talent contracts

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• 2+ years prior relevant experience, supporting Senior-Level Executives and their teams
• Excellent problem-solver, consistently taking initiative and exhibiting strong resourcefulness
• Exceptional communications skills (verbal and written) and strong interpersonal skills
• Proficient with MS Office – Outlook/Word/Excel/PowerPoint skills are a must
• Ability to successfully multi-task and meet deadlines

Preferred Qualifications:

• College degree preferred
• Friendly with professional and positive demeanor, phone etiquette
• Proactive, flexible, self-starter with a boundary less approach to working within a team
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Teams, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, etc.
• Must be able to build presentation decks
• Ability to multi-task
• Possess strong interpersonal skills with ability to communicate effectively with all levels within the organization
• Proven ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced, deadline-driven media environment

Onsite: This position has been designated as onsite, generally contributing from the New York, NY office five days per week with some flexibility.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary Range - 75k-85k

Standard work hours will be 8:00 am – 6:00 pm with willingness to work overtime, with short notice. 

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and em