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Executive Liaison
MassMutual
Boston, MA, USA
Posted on Dec 23, 2024
Executive Liaison, Brand and Marketing
Full-time (hybrid), Boston Office
The Opportunity
This is a multifaceted role, for a highly self-motivated and experienced Executive Liaison to provide administrative support to the Head of Marketing and Brand as well as support to the Head of Strategy and Planning on the Marketing and Brand team. This position is designed for someone who is highly proactive, enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, can handle complex administrative tasks, and operates by building strong relationships across the MassMutual organization and key external partners. This role is for a highly detail-oriented person who can manage coordinating, planning, communicating and maintaining calendar activity, travel (domestic and international), and responding to general requests. The latter includes coordinating meetings with both internal and external sources, compiling information from various sources for routine inquiries and reports, analyzing data and preparing regularly scheduled reports. The Executive Liaison will provide backup support to other administrative support professionals as well and will anticipate and proactively help manage the daily/weekly activities and needs of the Head of Marketing and Brand.
The Team
The Marketing & Brand organization is an enterprise marketing function that strives to drive best in class marketing strategy and execution while creating exceptional customer experiences and growth for customers, products and partners. The Marketing & Brand team centralizes Business line strategy with creative execution and measurement. This team is responsible for driving business growth and building and communicating our core brand values and goals.
The Impact:
The ideal candidate is confident in his/her approach and proactive in delivering on objectives, understanding the key relationships, priorities, and deliverables.
Calendar management for assigned leaders: accept/decline, establish intimate knowledge of meeting requests in order to prioritize and make decisions on behalf of leaders, and proactively resolves calendar conflicts
Budget liaison (reports provided to budget coordinate which contains information on invoice/vendor management for teams)
Prepares and submits invoices/expenses; reconciles and manages department purchase card
Schedule meetings, conferences and events; interface with Executive Liaisons and Assistants to coordinate schedules, reserve appropriate conference rooms, catering orders, prepare room and required materials for meetings’ needs.
Prepare meeting agendas and take minutes at meetings to circulate action items for follow-up
Composes and maintain reports and documents with little input required
Finalize high-level materials; review, edit, format semi-final draft materials prepared by leaders (e.g. communications, letters, PowerPoint slides, Excel exhibits) to produce a polished final product.
Provide program/project-related support
Proactively identify communication needs across the business
Draft correspondence on behalf of leader and/or department with minimal input
Respond to inquiries (both written and verbal) as needed
Order supplies and company items needed by co-located and remote employees
Proactively identify facility, equipment, and system issues; Submits service requests for equipment and system issues; Submits MAC requests as needed
Participate in ad hoc projects
Create presentations, spreadsheets, and templates with limited assistance
Build and maintain systems and processes as needed to address business needs
Schedule detailed travel arrangements
Support with physical technology needs, including but not limited to all desktop, laptop, mobile, conference room AV and phone needs
Assist with general office needs as well as coordinating onboarding for new team members
Assist with larger group initiatives as needed
Partner with your peers and colleagues to ensure adequate support for the executive team
The Minimum Qualifications
High School diploma
7+ years of relevant experience as an Executive Assistant, Liaison, Office Manager, or similar roles
7+ years’ experience performing Calendar management for assigned leaders: accept/decline, establish intimate knowledge of meeting requests to prioritize and make decisions on behalf of leaders, and proactively resolves calendar conflicts
3+ years’ experience effectively interacting with senior level management both internally and with external clients
The Ideal Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree
10+ years of relevant experience as an Executive Assistant or Liaison
Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with senior level management both internally and with external clients
Able to maintain a high level of confidentiality
Able to produce ad hoc reporting for senior leaders
Deeply detail-oriented and possess strong communication and organizational skills
Proven ability to handle multiple tasks, react and think quickly
Dedicated and take initiative
Self-starter with a strong sense of ownership and involvement
Able to seek clarification or assistance when needed
Desire to work as a true partner with the Executive and their team and can anticipate their needs
Collaborative approach, performs routine administrative support proactively and demonstrates openness to provide assistance as urgent situations or ad-hoc needs arise
Strong ability to prioritize
Strong ability to work autonomously in a collaborative environment
Ability to make discretionary decisions within reason
Prior working knowledge of both Ariba and Concur system applications
Demonstrated experience working with advanced versions of Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc..)
Ability to leverage technology - PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Outlook, Concur, Ariba, Box.com
Knowledge of Lean Management (Huddle Boards, Operational Metrics, etc.)
What to Expect as Part of MassMutual and the Team
Regular meetings with the Marketing and Brand team
Focused one-on-one meetings with your manager
Access to mentorship opportunities
Networking opportunities including access to Asian, Hispanic/Latinx, African American, women, LGBTQ, veteran and disability-focused Business Resource Groups
Access to learning content on Degreed and other informational platforms
Your ethics and integrity will be valued by a company with a strong and stable ethical business with industry leading pay and benefits
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Salary Range:
$84,500.00-$106,500.00At MassMutual, we focus on ensuring fair equitable pay, by providing competitive salaries, along with incentive and bonus opportunities for all employees. Your total compensation package includes either a bonus target or in a sales-focused role a Variable Incentive Compensation component.
Why Join Us.
We’ve been around since 1851. During our history, we’ve learned a few things about making sure our customers are our top priority. In order to meet and exceed their expectations, we must have the best people providing the best thinking, products and services. To accomplish this, we celebrate an inclusive, vibrant and diverse culture that encourages growth, openness and opportunities for everyone. A career with MassMutual means you will be part of a strong, stable and ethical business with industry leading pay and benefits. And your voice will always be heard.
We help people secure their future and protect the ones they love. As a company owned by our policyowners, we are defined by mutuality and our vision to put customers first. It’s more than our company structure – it’s our way of life. We are a company of people protecting people. Our company exists because people are willing to share risk and resources, and rely on each other when it counts. At MassMutual, we Live Mutual.
MassMutual is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply. Note: Veterans are welcome to apply, regardless of their discharge status.
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At MassMutual, we focus on ensuring fair, equitable pay by providing competitive salaries, along with incentive and bonus opportunities for all employees. Your total compensation package includes either a bonus target or in a sales-focused role a Variable Incentive Compensation component. For more information about our extensive benefits offerings please check out our Total Rewards at a Glance.