Corporate Secretary And Executive Assistant

Corporate Secretary and Executive Assistant - Greenville, NC (with eligibility after 1 year to work remotely part-time)

The right person for the job will be able to actively work with the Board of Directors and executive leadership to support efficient and sound administration of the company. You will perform a wide variety of services that include: communicating with stakeholders, planning corporate functions and logistics, supporting key corporate governance processes, organizing and attending board and leadership meetings, and archiving corporate records. . You should enjoy the challenge of planning and executing Board Meetings to allow the Board to conduct business pertinent to the Association. You will provide support to the Chief Executive Officer and the Executive Leadership team in a work culture that welcomes and respects strong customer service skills, superior written and oral communication, a proactive mindset, tact and diplomacy in sensitive situations, attention to detail, time management, and organization.

If you:

• are a skilled executive assistant, with excellent organization and communication skills
• have familiarity with corporate governance and administrative operations in a regulated industry
• have strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with all levels of the organization
• understand and appreciate agriculture and rural communities
• are looking for the excitement of being part of the solution to agricultural financing, which benefits both our state and our nation
• want more excitement, challenges, and rewards for your efforts
• want to be part of a dynamic team and company, with a great work culture

then you might be the person we are looking for!

The Corporate Secretary and Executive Assistant will contribute to all business objectives including "Responsibly Lead the Co-op". This position would report to the Chief Administrative Officer.

How you will impact AgCarolina Farm Credit:

• Perform corporate and administrative services to ensure the Association complies with governing laws, regulations, and corporate expectations.

• Coordinate with our Board of Directors on meetings, expense reporting, training, travel, and operations.

• Support strong communication and relations with the Board and executive leadership

• Organize meeting agendas and support the organization and distribution of meeting materials

• Ensures required documents are timely and accurately submitted to the Farm Credit Administration (FCA), AgFirst and other stakeholders

• Record minutes of the Board and Board Committee meetings,

• Coordinate Annual Stockholders' meetings and administratively support the annual stockholder election process

• Assist and support the Nominating Committee to fulfill their duties

• Support Chief Executive Officer with scheduling and organizing meetings, tracking action items, making travel arrangements, completing expense reports, supporting the development of oral and written communications

• Assist with maintaining policies and procedures

• Support Executive Leadership and Senior Leadership as needed

What you need to succeed:

• Education and/or experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in business administration, legal or related field

• 3 to 5 years of experience as an executive assistant and/or corporate secretary in a corporate environment

• Self-starter with superior written and oral communication skills, as well as decision/problem solving skills

• Paralegal or related experience, preferred

• Ability to travel within AgCarolina Farm Credit's territory

• Demonstrates tact and diplomacy in sensitive situations

• Capability to handle high stress situations in both a business and professional manner

• Computer experience with superior skills in Windows, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and PowerPoint

• Quick learner, strong problem solver, and adaptable

• Work independently under general supervision

• Foster and promote a collaborative, team atmosphere

What we offer:

• Competitive pay, including eligibility for incentive pay

• Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, life, LTD, and others)

• Company-matched 401(k) (100% match of the first 6% you defer)

• Commitment to training and professional development

• Meaningful work that allows one to make a difference in agricultural and rural communities.

• Opportunities for work-life balance

• A great work environment with colleagues who have a shared commitment to our core values

Interview Process:

Applications received within the first 2 weeks of posting date will receive priority consideration. The position will remain open, however, until the vacancy is filled.

• Phone Screen with AgCarolina HR Representative

• In-person interview

It is the policy of AgCarolina to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.