Job Description

We are currently searching for an experienced and energetic Executive Assistant to support senior members of our Product Development team. The ideal candidate is a capable self-starter who is resourceful in solving problems with minimal direction and thrives in a challenging yet fun environment. If you also have a passion for helping others and pitching in where needed, don’t pass up this opportunity!

A DAY IN THE OFFICE LOOKS LIKE THIS: 

• Managing and maintaining multiple calendars, including scheduling recurring meetings, prioritizing appropriately and using good judgment to solve complex scheduling and meeting planning needs
• Analyzing data and offering strategic insights that unlock opportunities for business optimization
• Collaborating with multiple executives
• Maintaining standards of strict confidentiality with respect to all matters and documents
• Managing the processing of credit card charges and expense reports
• Supporting team building and social activities within the department
• Reviewing, sorting and organizing correspondence related to business matters.
• Handling a wide variety of situations and responsibilities, including business project follow-ups, business communications, time and schedule management, and other team projects/tasks as needed

Qualifications

GOT THE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE? HERE’S WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

• 2+ years of experience providing executive-level support
• Experience in a product development environment, preferred
• Exceptional customer service skills when serving outside customers and internal departments—both over the phone and in person
• Ability to instill trust and maintain confidentiality
• Ability to juggle multiple projects with superb accuracy and great attention to detail
• Strong sense of urgency to quickly respond to all assignments
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, excel and Outlook
• Team player with a positive, can-do attitude and a “no job too small” outlook

Additional Information

AND HERE’S OUR END OF THE BARGAIN! 

• Competitive compensation based on skills and experience, plus a bonus plan
• Excellent medical/dental and vision coverage—EPO, PPO and HSA
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution (because you will retire someday)
• Flexible benefits—choose what you like, ignore the rest
• On-site preschool for our employees’ children
• On-site employee gym for all levels/fitness needs
• Generous employee discount on products that make you smarter
• Casual dress…and we really mean it

At Lakeshore, we know our diversity makes us stronger, and when everyone feels included and valued, we all win. We strive to embrace our differences and create an intentionally diverse and inclusive community that is representative of the teachers, families and children we serve.

We know we couldn’t do the extraordinary things we’re doing without the people on our team. Thanks to the passion and enthusiasm of this spectacular group, Lakeshore is more than a great place to work—it’s a great experience to be part of. Day in and day out, we give everything we’ve got to create products that instill a sense of wonder and foster a true love of learning. To help maintain this high bar for success, we’re constantly on the lookout for people to join us. So if you’re a down-to-earth professional who shares our desire for making a difference, we’d love to hear from you.    To learn more about Lakeshore, visit www.lakeshorelearning.com/careers    EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY People are selected to become members of the Lakeshore family based on skill, merit and mind-boggling talent—not based on race, color, creed, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, marital status, domestic partnership status, military status, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, alienage, AIDS or AIDS-related complex status, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status as a victim of domestic violence, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If things aren’t equal, we all lose.

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