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Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant

NRG Energy • Houston, TX, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Executive Assistant

This position provides administrative and operational support to the Vice President, Power Trading his Power Directors, and the broader department, ensuring alignment with executive priorities and departmental coordination. Operating in a fast-paced environment, the Executive Assistant must demonstrate professionalism, sound judgment, discretion, and a strong sense of responsibility due to the confidential nature of the role. Success in this role requires the ability to communicate effectively and interact confidently with individuals at all levels of the organization, while remaining flexible, collaborative, proactive, resourceful, and efficient.

Executive and Departmental Support

  • Serve as the primary liaison for the Executive, meeting daily (in person, virtually, or phone) to review priorities, schedules, and tasks.
  • Monitor and manage communications and assignments on behalf of the Executive, including coordination with direct reports.
  • Provide comprehensive administrative support, including calendar management, scheduling meetings and appointments, prioritizing communications (emails and mail), and maintaining digital and physical filing systems.
  • Draft and prepare correspondence, reports, and executive-level presentations (including PowerPoint decks with charts / graphs), ensuring high quality and alignment with company standards.
  • Review incoming materials from various sources to stay informed of ongoing business, project updates, and operational developments.

Travel & Event Coordination

  • Coordinate travel arrangements for the Executive, PD's and department staff (air, hotel, ground transportation, and meeting rooms).
  • Act as the primary liaison with external travel providers and internal staff to resolve travel-related issues.
  • Plan and execute departmental events and off-site training logistics (e.g., coordinating training with ERCOT for the West Desk).
  • Reporting & Planning

  • Support Business Continuity Planning (BCP) efforts in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
  • Maintain organizational charts.
  • Prepare recurring reports including : CEO earnings preparation commentary, Weekly departmental commentary reports, Regular cybersecurity updates.
  • Financial & Procurement Support

  • Manage and reconcile expense reports; track departmental expenses in real-time and ensure alignment with corporate records.
  • Process purchase orders in SAP; collaborate with Procurement to ensure policy compliance.
  • Review and process invoices for timely payment approvals.
  • Coordinate with IT and Supply Chain for data and publication subscriptions.
  • Operational Support

  • Prepare meeting packages, including agendas, itineraries, and materials.
  • Act as departmental timekeeper, ensuring accurate and timely reporting of hours.
  • Order and manage office and departmental supplies as needed.
  • Build and maintain positive relationships across all levels of the organization and with external partners, contributing to a strong and collaborative business environment.
  • Education :

  • Bachelor degree preferred, with minimum of 3+ years of administrative experience. Previous experience with monitoring and dealing with confidential information.
  • Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

  • Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with all levels of internal and external customers in a professional manner.
  • Ability to coordinate and work well with others and work independently. Requires critical thinking skills and keen judgment.
  • Must be a certified Notary or willing to become certified and maintain the ability to notarize documents
  • SAP experience a plus.
  • Microsoft applications including : Strong document editing skills in Word and PowerPoint needed. Proficiency in Excel is a plus. Adobe Acrobat (PDFs).
  • Ability to independently create professional letters, memorandums, reports, tables and presentation slides.
  • Must be able to prioritize and process multiple complex projects, deadlines and willingness to attend to details.
  • Physical Requirements :

  • Occasionally requires lifting as appropriate to perform duties and responsibilities.
  • Working Conditions :

  • Primarily an office environment.
  • Travel to other office or power plant locations will be occasional.
  • NRG Energy is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. To the extent permitted by law and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, employees are subject to periodic random drug testing, and post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing. EOE AA M / F / Protected Veteran Status / Disability. Level, Title and / or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

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