Executive Assistant I
Zurich

Zurich North America is hiring an Executive Assistant I to join our Construction team! We are open to hiring talent at one of our Zurich North American offices in Edina, MN; Chicago, IL; or Schaumburg, IL. In this role you will perform several basic administrative routines such as travel arrangements, calendar management, mail distribution, and responding to basic inquires. This role typically operates without direct supervision, however, there is a supervisor to whom non-routine inquires and questions can be referred, and the individual is held responsible for process-driven and basic administrative end-to-end functions.

This is a hybrid work position, however, the candidate selected for this opportunity should be able to report into one of the following North American office locations: Edina, MN; Chicago, IL; or Schaumburg, IL.

In this role you will be responsible for:

• Represents management, resolves issues on the executive's behalf.

• Interacts with customers and associates in person, by phone and by e-mail efficiently, promptly, and accurately. Provides regular updates to executive, customers and office staff as required.

• Composes routine correspondence, memos, and reports.

• Maintains current, accurate and easily accessible files and department data.

• Prepares presentation materials and assists executive with presentation arrangements.

• Develops worksheets, prepares correspondence, and develops presentations using computer technology.

• Administers programs, projects and/or processes specific to the operating unit served.

• Organizes meetings, includes scheduling, sending reminders, and organizing catering when necessary.

• Performs minor accounting duties such as processing of payments.

• Welcomes visitors and identifies the purpose of visit before directing visitor to the appropriate department.

• Provides administrative assistance, such as writing and editing e-mails, drafting memos, and preparing communications on the management's behalf.

• Interacts with vendors in person, on the phone, or in email.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree and No prior experience required in the Administrative area

OR

• Associate Degree and No prior experience required in the Administrative area
  OR

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 3 or more years of experience in the Administrative area

AND

• Experience with Microsoft Office

• Experience planning, organizing, and scheduling work

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of company operations, organizational procedures

• Administrative experience in a multi-tasked, high-paced, confidential environment

• Ability to prioritize

• Ability to multi-task

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

As a condition of employment at Zurich, employees must adhere to any COVID-related health and safety protocols in place at that time (https://www.zurichna.com/careers/faq).

A future with Zurich. What can go right when you apply at Zurich?

Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 150 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. We serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500®. Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, we strive to provide ongoing career development opportunities, and we foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our colleagues, our customers and the communities we serve. Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation. Please click here to learn more.

As a global company, Zurich recognizes the diversity of our workforce as an asset. We recruit talented people from a variety of backgrounds with unique perspectives that are truly welcome here. Taken together, diversity and inclusion bring us closer to our common goal: exceeding our customers' expectations. Zurich does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. EOE disability/vet

Zurich does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume will become the property of Zurich American Insurance. If you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal for resume submission.

Location(s): AM - Edina, AM - Chicago, AM - Schaumburg
Remote Working: Hybrid
Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered: No

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