Executive Assistant - Corporate Development & Strategy (Finance)
Corporate Development & Strategy works with the Executive Office and stakeholders in the business and corporate functions to design and drive key strategic priorities for Mizuho's Corporate and Investment Bank in the Americas region. The team's scope of work spans many facets of the firm's development and transformation, including firm-wide strategic planning, business-division specific growth areas (e.g., new product development, inorganic growth opportunities), process & operational improvements, and principal investment activities. The team provides support to the Executive Office and partners with the Technology division on digital innovation initiatives.
Our projects provide exposure to business initiatives across multiple lines of business and products, as well as exposure to learning the operational aspects of a large foreign banking institution. This individual will be a meaningful contributor to high-priority, high-visibility projects of the firm, which at times require high time demands of the team. The individual will enjoy a project-oriented, team-oriented working environment that involves balancing multiple deadlines and stakeholders in an organized manner. The team prioritizes a culture of intellectual curiosity, self-study, and professional development.
This position is based in our New York City office and requires you to be in the office four days a week.
Responsibilities
Function as gatekeeper to Head of department
Manage complex, ever-changing calendars and strategic scheduling
Assist in other administrative support tasks as assigned by Department Head and direct reports
Strategically prepares Department Head for meetings and events in advance
Pro-active in managing schedule on a forward outward approach
Multitask in a high paced environment
Manage travel & entertainment arrangement domestically and internationally
Revise, print and bind PowerPoint presentations
Coordinate communications among management of Banking Division
Manage general office needs such as ordering supplies and mail distribution
Manage conference room reservations, dial in number reservations
Assist with client meetings (order food and greet clients)
Qualifications
At least 5-7 years of Administrative Assistant experience within Financial Services
Prior experience supporting a C-Suite team
Advanced Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint proficiency required
Exhibits a strong work ethic, professionalism, confidentiality and good judgment
Well-developed interpersonal skills; enthusiastic, self-motivated, team oriented, works well under pressure
Incredibly organized and resourceful while having the ability to multi-task with great attention to detail and follow through
Personable with a can-do attitude that sees no task or project as too big or too small
Time management and multitasking skills required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Willingness to assist in duties called upon at last minute notice
Willingness to undertake new tasks
Must be able to work well with the Administrative Support Group
The expected base salary ranges from $100,000.00 to $120,000.00. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications and licenses obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.
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