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Executive Assistant - Human Resources

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Washington

AI generated summary

  • You need extensive admin experience, strong communication and organizational skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, HR knowledge, problem-solving ability, and a proactive mindset.
  • You will manage calendars, arrange travel, coordinate meetings, handle confidential information, and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency for multiple leaders.

Requirements

  • Demonstrated multiple years of experience in an administrative or executive assistant role, preferably within a corporate setting supporting c-suite executives
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize
  • Excellent written and verbal executive communication skills
  • Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other relevant software
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze possible solutions while using or creating standard procedures
  • Experience working in a human resources or similar corporate enabling function
  • Familiarity with navigating complex matrixed organizational structures
  • A proactive mindset with a tendency to anticipate needs and offer solutions before problems arise

Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive administrative support to multiple leaders, including calendar management, domestic and international travel arrangements, and expense reporting
  • Coordinate and manage logistics for meetings and team gatherings, including agenda preparation, technology needs, presentations, meeting minutes, action plans, bowlers and other key deliverables
  • Serve as a point of contact between leaders, EAs, and internal/external stakeholders; further actively participate and interface with project groups as needed
  • Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism across multiple company channels
  • Proactively identify and implement process improvements through the creation of standard work and/or streamlining processes to improve efficiency

FAQs

Do we support remote work?

This position is onsite full-time at our Washington, DC headquarters.

What are the key responsibilities of the Executive Assistant role?

The Executive Assistant will provide comprehensive administrative support to multiple executive leaders, including calendar management, travel arrangements, meeting coordination, and handling confidential information.

What qualifications are required for this position?

The essential requirements include multiple years of administrative or executive assistant experience, strong organizational skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite.

Is previous experience in human resources preferred?

Yes, experience working in a human resources or similar corporate enabling function is considered a plus.

What is the hourly pay range for this role?

The hourly range for this role is $43.00 to $55.00 per hour, though actual compensation may vary.

Are there any travel requirements for this position?

Travel is minimal, with less than 5% expected for business needs.

What benefits are offered to eligible employees?

Eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and a 401(k).

What is the work environment like at Danaher?

Danaher promotes a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and collaboration, providing opportunities for meaningful career development.

Helping Realize Life's Potential

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1969
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Danaher is a global science and technology innovator committed to helping our customers solve complex challenges and improve quality of life around the world. A global network of more than 25 operating companies, we drive meaningful innovation in some of today’s most dynamic industries through our operating companies in four strategic platforms: Life Sciences, Diagnostics, Water Quality and Product Identification. The engine at the heart of our success is the Danaher Business System (DBS), a set of tools that enables continuous improvement around lean, growth and leadership. Through the ingenuity of our people, the power of DBS and the impact of our meaningful technologies, we help realize life’s potential in ourselves and for those we serve.