Executive Assistant

Key Responsibilities:
Handles details of a highly confidential and critical nature which requires in-depth knowledge of company operations, policies, and procedures
Prepares professional and confidential correspondence
Works effectively as a team player, working well with peers and members of the greater organization
Works on challenges/problems of diverse scope where both analysis of data and judgement is required
Extensive management of a highly complex calendar schedule
Plans, coordinates, and ensures the executive schedule is followed and respected
Provides "gate keeper and a "gateway role yet always approachable and diplomatic
Extensive travel planning and coordination, that are complex and detailed at times
Provides itineraries and agendas and prepares documents for travel-related meetings
Handle logistics for Executive Team leadership meetings including off-site events
Works closely and effectively with the executive to keep well informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities with appropriate follow up
Maintain connections with the Executive Team and awareness of issues taking place within the organization
Successfully completes critical deliverables with hands-on approach, including drafting acknowledgement emails, personal correspondence, and other tasks that facilitates the executive's ability to effectively lead the business
Escalates issues to the executive when appropriate but able to resolve many issues independently
Seeks proactive and creative win/win alternatives for the executives, constantly assessing changing priorities and complex schedules
Collects and prepares information for use in board meetings, investor calls and discussions/meetings of executive staff
Provides support towards development of Annual Operating Plan
Experience in project management dealing in multiple tasks, timelines, and deadlines
Successfully completes critical deliverables with hands-on approach, including drafting acknowledgement emails, personal correspondence, and other tasks that facilitates the executive's ability to effectively lead the business
Maintains discretion and confidentiality in relationships with all executive level staff
Proactive, polished, mature, resourceful and efficient
This role will engage/coordinate cross functionally with teams around the world

Qualifications:
Expert level written and verbal communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office with emphasis on Excel and Powerpoint - Keynote presentation skills, and social media web platforms
Ability to create slides quickly at a moment's notice

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders, including staff, senior executives and external partners
Ability to identify business issues and coordinate an appropriate response with key stakeholder
Project management experience, including development of basic project plans and successful execution
Strong organizational skills that reflect ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail
Demonstrated proactive approaches to problem-solving with strong decision-making capability
Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion
Be adaptable to various competing demands and demonstrate the highest level of customer/client service and response
Demonstrated ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Requirements:
Able to work non-standard, flexible work hours as required
Travel: approximately 15%
Bachelor's degree preferred
7+ plus years of experience providing high-level executive support
If you are a high-achiever who wants to be part of a dynamically growing global company, then you should look closely at Riverbed
We offer the rewarding experience of working with the best minds in the industry that are changing the world through cutting edge technology and applications
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