Job Information
Leidos Executive Assistant in Reston, Virginia
Description
At Leidos, we believe that missions are driven by people and empowered by technology. With the support of our diverse and talented team, we help our customers overcome challenges and achieve their IT and business goals through innovative solutions.
Leidos is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to support Senior Leader(s) within the DigMod Sector. The candidate will regularly interact with executives, senior management, staff, and outside entities. The successful candidate will perform a broad range of administrative tasks, to include managing schedules, preparing correspondence, coordinating meeting logistics, preparing expense reports, and coordinating travel. Occasional overtime may be required.
This position will be onsite at our Reston Headquarters Monday – Thursday with a telework day available on Friday.
Primary Responsibilities:
Provide strategic executive administrative support to senior leader(s) within the DigMod Sector
Perform advanced administrative assignments requiring a high level of competency in office procedures and detailed knowledge of Leidos’ organization, procedures, and operations
Manage complex calendars with an understanding of which activities are most appropriate for the allocation of the senior leader’s time
Prepare and reconcile expense reports and manage and coordinate meeting arrangements and travel plans for both domestic and global travel
Engage with Leidos senior leaders and external senior executives (customer and contractor partners), which requires a significant amount of explanation, clarification, and diplomacy
Compose emails, letters, and other correspondence; handle the highest level of confidential information
Work independently, exercise considerable discretion and be forward thinking in managing executive activities such as speaking engagements, meetings, client relationships, research, and all executive duties as required
Prioritize and carry out special projects and complex assignments as needed, exercising frequent independent judgment, initiative, and tact
Coordinate special events as needed
Basic Qualifications:
High School degree and 5+ years of experience providing executive administration support in a corporate environment for executive level leaders.
Present a positive and personable demeanor with an ability to interact and relate well with both external and internal contacts at all levels, up to and including executives and customers.
Ability to work effectively with key administrative personnel across the enterprise.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, sound decision-making and prioritization ability, and attention to detail are critical.
Excellent calendar management skills including the ability to coordinate complex executive meetings. Must have a mastery of Microsoft Outlook including Teams and other communication channels.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint required.
Demonstrated ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously with a commitment to completion of projects on a timely basis.
Strong problem-solving skills with an ability to diagnose and resolve complex issues.
Must be able to provide full time in person support at the Reston Headquarters.
US Citizenship with the ability to potentially obtain a security clearance.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration is preferred.
Original Posting Date:
2024-11-20
While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $65,000.00 - $117,500.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
REQNUMBER: R-00147575
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.