Description
There’s never been a more exciting time to join United Airlines. We’re on a path towards becoming the best airline in the history of aviation. Our shared purpose – Connecting People, Uniting the World – is about more than getting people from one place to another. It also means that as a global company that operates in hundreds of locations around the world with millions of customers and tens of thousands of employees, we have a unique responsibility to uplift and provide opportunities in the places where we work, live and fly and we can only do that with a truly diverse and inclusive workforce. And we’re growing – in the years ahead, we’ll hire tens of thousands of people across every area of the airline. Our careers include a competitive benefits package aimed at keeping you happy, healthy and well-traveled. From employee-run "Business Resource Group" communities to world-class benefits like parental leave, 401k and privileges like space available travel, United is truly a one-of-a-kind place to work. Are you ready to travel the world?
Job Overview And Responsibilities
The Executive Assistant role is to perform advanced, diversified and confidential administrative work duties. This role supports one or more leaders of a business unit.
- Preparing general correspondence, memoranda, expense reports, etc. (which may include presentation preparation)
- Provide assistance with coordinating division/companywide events
- Screening telephone calls and visitors: may screen e-mail correspondence
- Schedule and maintain calendar of appointments, meetings, and travel itineraries
- Complete projects as assigned and demonstrates ability to handle multiple tasks with minimal supervision
- Interface with all departments within the company and represent the respective leadership team in a highly professional manner
- Communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers
United values diverse experiences, perspectives, and we encourage everyone who meets the minimum qualifications to apply. While having the “desired” qualifications make for a stronger candidate, we encourage applicants who may not feel they check ALL of those boxes! We are always looking for individuals who will bring something new to the table!
Qualifications
What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):
- High School Diploma
- 5+ years of recent experience as an Administrative Assistant supporting a senior organizational leader
- Superior judgment, professionalism, poise, ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality, and assertiveness
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills (writing samples will be requested)
- Advanced in Microsoft Office (MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point) required.
- Ability to think on your feet and be flexible and accommodating with last minute schedule changes
- Experience interacting with employees and executives at all levels
- Excellent ability to maintain diplomacy, composure, and effectiveness in a fast-paced environment
- Superior follow through, organization, time management, and attention to detail
- Positive, professional attitude and presence, ability to exhibit exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
- Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
- Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position
What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):
United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact JobAccommodations@united.com to request accommodation.
Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT
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