Executive Assistant

About the role

The Position Job Title Executive Assistant
The Position Partnerships Works closely with executive leaders, internal teams, and other executive support partners to ensure seamless coordination across leadership priorities and business activities.
The Position Summary The Executive Assistant provides high-level administrative and operational support to one or more Executive Team leaders. This role helps leaders operate effectively by managing executive rhythm, facilitating communication, coordinating priorities, and ensuring the details that support business execution are handled with excellence.
The Executive Assistant serves as a trusted partner who creates clarity, alignment, and momentum across executive priorities. Success in this role requires sound judgment, initiative, organizational awareness, discretion, adaptability, and the ability to anticipate needs in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Executive Rhythm & Calendar Management Supports the day-to-day operating rhythm of assigned executive leader(s). Responsibilities Include: Managing calendars, schedules, and competing priorities, Coordinating internal and external meetings, Sequencing schedules to maximize executive effectiveness and preparedness, Coordinating schedules with direct reports, leadership teams, and key stakeholders, Anticipating scheduling conflicts and proactively resolving challenges
• Executive Preparedness & Meeting Support Helps ensure executives are prepared for meetings, decisions, and leadership responsibilities. Responsibilities Include: Preparing agendas, materials, logistics, and supporting information, Gathering and organizing information for meetings, presentations, reporting, and discussions, Coordinating meeting logistics, room setup, and follow-up activities, Tracking action items and maintaining visibility into commitments, deadlines, deliverables, and next steps, Supporting recurring leadership, committee, business, and executive meetings, Assisting with presentations and materials that support executive discussions and decision-making
• Leadership, Communication & Cross-Functional Coordination Coordinates communication, priorities, and activity across leaders, teams, and stakeholders. Responsibilities Include: Serving as a point of coordination for scheduling, communication, and logistics, Assisting with executive correspondence, presentations, reports, and supporting materials, Supporting communication needs related to leadership meetings, presentations, and organizational messaging, Maintaining awareness of organizational priorities, stakeholders, and cross-functional initiatives to support alignment, communication, and execution, Exercising sound judgment in managing executive access, communications, and competing demands on executive time
• Travel, Events & Logistics Coordinates executive travel and leadership event logistics. Responsibilities Include: Managing travel arrangements, lodging, transportation, and itineraries, Coordinating conference registrations and event logistics, Supporting executive offsites, leadership meetings, team events, conferences, and organizational events, Preparing travel schedules and supporting materials, Ensuring details are organized, communicated, and executed effectively
• Administrative & Operational Support Provides administrative support that helps executive operations run smoothly. Responsibilities Include: Processing expenses, reimbursements, and administrative documentation, Coordinating approvals, signatures, and document routing, Maintaining executive files, records, and administrative systems, Supporting department logistics and team coordination, Assisting with special projects and operational priorities as assigned

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience supporting senior leaders, business operations, or complex administrative work
• Experience managing schedules, meetings, travel, and competing priorities
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, and related business systems
• Ability to manage confidential information with professionalism and discretion

Skills & Characteristics

• Strong organization and follow-through
• Professionalism and responsiveness
• Sound judgment, discretion, and decision-making ability
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Relationship-building and collaboration skills
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Initiative and problem-solving ability
• Calm under pressure
• Strong organizational awareness and business acumen
• Ability to manage highly confidential information
• Sense of ownership and urgency

Work Environment & Expectations

This role operates in a professional office environment and may occasionally require flexibility outside standard business hours to support travel, meetings, and leadership events. Responsibilities may evolve over time based on business priorities, executive assignments, and organizational needs.

Work Location

All Locations: Plano-Parkwood

Equal Opportunity Employer

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor to meet the ongoing needs of the organization

Note: First United is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To the extent required by Federal or State law, First United does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law.