Job Summary :
The Executive Assistant is a proactive, detail-oriented and techy savvy position, providing support to Producers. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and play a critical role in enabling productivity, handling confidential team information and enhancing team coordination.
Position Responsibilities
Calendar, Schedule and Email Management
- Proactively monitor the Producer's inbox, prioritizing emails and responding on behalf of the Producer when appropriate.
- Flag important emails and coordinate timely follow-up, in particular items that require immediate attention.
- Maintain calendars and schedule meetings and appointments, as requested.
- Prepare agendas, compile necessary documents and ensure the Producer is well-prepared for meetings. Collect action items following meeting and drive action for applicable items.
- Arrange for meeting rooms, food / beverages, lunch reservations, etc., as necessary.
- Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to avoid scheduling conflicts and ensure smooth operations.
- Arrange all phases of travel for Producers; maintain records, itineraries, and travel credit
Communication and Correspondence
Lead weekly 1 : 1 meetings with Producer and applicable team members by preparing agenda inclusive of items to coordinate upcoming schedules, projects in progress, client request, prospect requests and other items as needed by the ProducerMaintain project tracking of key initiatives / project in progress and communicate status updates on a regular basiAct as a point of contact between the Producer and internal / external stakeholderEnsure clear and timely communication and manage any urgent requests or issues that arise.Professionally communicate and build relationships with internal / external stakeholders as an extension of the Producer brandDraft, review and proofread high-quality communications including emails, memos, reports and presentationManage "Lockton Wins" announcements for Producer new busineEvent Support
Organize and support events by preparing agendas, coordinating attendance, vetting and securing vendors, curating marketing materials and supporting post-event follow up activities.Support conferences by completing registration, conducting prospect research, scheduling meetings, organizing travel / logistics, and curating any applicable marketing materialProvide on-site support for the event as requestedCoordinate non-profit / board responsibilities as requested (i.e., agendas, RSVPs to meetings, etc.)Book of Business / Administrative Support
Maintain client / prospect database and reports in SalesforceReview accounts receivable on a monthly basis and coordinate with account teams on any receivables over 60 dayResponsible for accounting related activities such as receipt collection, expense report submission, credit card billing reconciliation, bill pay, taxes coordination and review of capital accounts and statementCreate and maintain files of correspondence and other records, processing files for dead storage, as necessaryTake a proactive approach to understanding client profiles, preferences and touchpointPrepare and / or review a variety of client correspondence, reports, spreadsheets, and other documents, ensuring proper format, grammar, spelling, and punctuationCoordinate with Producer and associate teams to complete assignments / projects including RFPs, client renewal / pre-renewal documents, prospect presentations, etc.Support Producer marketing initiatives (i.e., LinkedIn, newsletters, etc.)Curate and coordinate logistics for client gifts, team appreciation outings and other touchpoints for internal / external stakeholderOther Duties
Perform other work-related duties as assignedRequirements :
Position Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a business-related program or equivalent education and / or experience preferredA minimum of three to five years of previous administrative and / or sales support experienceProficiency in the use of Microsoft Office suiteStrong attention to detail requiredMust have strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills to interact with clients, project team members, and associates at all levels of responsibility, representing Lockton in the highest professional manorExceptional organizational and time management skills to prioritize workload and meet deadlines requiredMust be results-oriented with the ability to be adaptable and proactiveMust be able to handle confidential information with discretion and trustAbility to comply with all company policies and procedures, proactively protecting the confidentiality of client and company informationMust have the ability to work independently and use good judgment in recognizing scope of authority and urgencyDemonstrated ability to follow through promptly on tasks to their completionLegally able to work in the United StateThis position may be eligible for annual discretionary bonus consideration.