Prudential Newark , NJ 07101
Posted 5 days ago
Job Classification:
Corporate
At Prudential, we believe talent is key to achieving our vision. When you join Prudential, you'll unlock a motivating and impactful career - all while growing your skills and advancing your profession at one of the world's leading financial services institutions!
We are looking for a highly motivated, diligent, and skilled individual to join our exciting and dynamic Corporate Development team, as a part time Executive Assistant. The part time Executive Assistant will work alongside Corporate Development's full time Executive Assistant, supporting the team broadly.
Are you a match?
Are you someone who's excited about collaborating across teams? Are you energized by solving problems or using your critical thinking skills to find solutions to challenges that teams may face? Do you have a proven track-record of supporting leaders in a fast-paced, dynamic environment? Do you enjoy working with people and helping employees and teams meet their business outcomes? If yes, then this may be the role for you!
More about this exciting opportunity!
Success in the Executive Assistant role includes exercising superior judgment based on experience, advanced technical proficiency, and exceptional time management skills. The Executive Assistant will be focused on developing strong, collaborative relationships across multiple constituents to enable progress, and must act as an extension of the team they support in various communications.
Impacts You'll Have:
Organizational Time Management: Work closely with the Corporate Development team broadly by assisting with the optimization of their time, including:
Coordination of complex internal and external scheduling and extensive calendar management for the group head and other senior team members (e.g., anticipating conflicts and being proactive in calling attention to critical meetings that require preparation)
Demonstrate strong business acumen and organizational savvy to effectively prioritize and manage requests; provide the appropriate degree of flexibility and ensure follow-through on issues in a timely manner
Handle logistics for team meetings, including anticipating technology needs and hybrid-work environment concerns, assist with preparing materials, and tracking meeting attendees
Send meeting invites with details, meeting materials and any other required content
Coordinate meetings and interactions between partners across the firm, executive management, and external parties (e.g., investment bankers, lawyers, consultants):
Handle confidential information and appropriately communicate sensitive information to members of Corporate Development and Senior Management
Team Liaison: Represent the leaders and the team as a key contact for the work they lead
Act with a high level of professionalism in representing and handling in-person, virtual and email communications
Work collaboratively with other administrative staff, project coordinators or support functions to efficiently and effectively coordinate project work
Act as a trusted partner to the team and demonstrate sensitivity for confidential matters discussed or shared; maintain and ensure the integrity and confidentiality of all information and data
Develop and maintain strong, credible relationships across the firm
General Administration for Team
Coordinates Travel
Manages Expenses for team members & submit invoices for payment to vendors
Manages Records & Business Continuation Plan for Department
Submits ISAMS (Information Security Request) for team
Submits GETS reporting and approvals for the team, as needed
Plans Events for Team (e.g., team outings, volunteer events)
Coordinates the purchase of office supplies and furniture, office equipment, etc., for staff in accordance with company purchasing policies and budgetary guidelines
Assists with ad hoc projects, as needed
Competencies
5 years of prior, relevant work experience, supporting diverse teams and senior executives
Superior proficiency with technology skills, specifically in the use of Microsoft 0365 Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint, and Teams), other virtual collaboration tools (e.g., Zoom), Workday and the ability to learn necessary Prudential applications
Strong organizational awareness and ability to build relationships
Extensive calendar management capability
Prioritization skills and ability to be proactive:
Proactively monitor calendars for conflicts or reprioritization, keeping team members informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities, and making necessary adjustments
Communicate across teams about priorities and business objectives
Strategic thinking while managing tasks and linking the work across functions and businesses
Strong attention to detail, task follow-through and quality of work
Ability to coordinate meetings across various geographies, time zones, etc.
Strong time management skills and ability to meet tight deadlines while managing multiple tasks
Problem-solver who independently resolves situations
Willingness to continue to learn; embraces change and enterprise transformation efforts
Requires in the office presence at least 3 days/week
Corporate Development Team:
The Prudential Financial Inc. Corporate Development Group reports directly to Prudential's Chief Financial Officer, and is responsible for all acquisition and divestiture activities across Prudential's businesses, both in the United States and abroad. Since its inception in the late 1990's, the group has closed more than 120 transactions with aggregate value in excess of $35 billion. The group is also responsible for sourcing acquisitions as well as developing select strategic analyses in support of executive leadership.
The current EWA for this position as a part time role requires you to be fully On-Site Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
Prudential welcomes all applicants, even if you don't meet every requirement. If your skills align with the role, we encourage you to apply.
At Prudential, you can:
We equip and empower our employees to expand their skills and experience by using powerful learning, gigs, and job opportunities. We offer a suite of services including 1:1 Career advice, on demand resources and networking to propel your career forward.
We're a global organization, full of outstandingly dedicated people who aren't afraid to think differently, challenge the status quo and take sensible risks along the way. You will enjoy pushing boundaries as we build innovative technology that helps clients, customers and employees live their best lives. You will have access to leadership and learning opportunities and the resources needed to take your career in any direction. We will help you do your best work, offering flexibility, while delivering on our Purpose.
What we offer you:
Market competitive base salaries, with a yearly bonus potential at every level
Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), and leave of absences, such as parental and military leave
Retirement plans:
401(k) plan with company match (up to 4%)
Company-funded pension plan
Wellness Programs to help you achieve your wellbeing goals, including up to $1,600 a year for reimbursement of items purchased to support personal wellbeing needs
Work/Life Resources to help support topics such as parenting, housing, senior care, finances, pets, legal matters, education, emotional and mental health, and career development.
Tuition Assistance to help finance traditional college enrollment toward obtaining an approved degree, many accredited certificate programs, and industry designations.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Shares can be purchased at 85% of the lower of two prices (Beginning or End of the purchase period), after one year of service.
To find out more about our Total Reward package, see our Total Rewards Brochure. Some of the above benefits may not apply to part-time employees scheduled to work less than 20 hours per week.
Prudential Financial, Inc.:
Prudential Financial, Inc. is a multinational financial services leader with operations in the United States, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Leveraging its heritage of life insurance and asset management expertise, Prudential is focused on helping individual and institutional customers grow and protect their wealth. The company's well-known Rock symbol is an icon of strength, stability, expertise and innovation that has stood the test of time. Prudential's businesses offer a variety of products and services, including life insurance, annuities, retirement-related services, mutual funds, asset management, and real estate services. For more information, please visit www.prudential.com.
Our Culture:
Prudential Financial, Inc., is focused on creating a fully inclusive culture, where all employees feel comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work. We don't just accept difference-we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it. At Prudential, employees have a unique opportunity to build their career path by owning their development, their career, and their future. We encourage employees to hone their skills and explore continued opportunities within Prudential.
Note: Prudential is required by state specific laws to include the salary range for this role when hiring a resident in applicable locations. The salary range for this role is from $67,500.00 to $100,400.00. Specific pricing for the role may vary within the above range based on many factors including geographic location, candidate experience, and skills. Roles may also be eligible for additional compensation and/or benefits. Eligibility to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance. In addition, employees are eligible for standard benefits package including paid time off, medical, dental and retirement.
Prudential Financial, Inc. of the United States is not affiliated with Prudential plc. which is headquartered in the United Kingdom.
Prudential is a multinational financial services leader with operations in the United States, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Leveraging its heritage of life insurance and asset management expertise, Prudential is focused on helping individual and institutional customers grow and protect their wealth. The company's well-known Rock symbol is an icon of strength, stability, expertise and innovation that has stood the test of time. Prudential's businesses offer a variety of products and services, including life insurance, annuities, retirement-related services, mutual funds, asset management, and real estate services.
We recognize that our strength and success are directly linked to the quality and skills of our diverse associates. We are proud to be a place where talented people who want to make a difference can grow as professionals, leaders, and as individuals. Visit www.prudential.com to learn more about our values, our history and our brand.
Prudential is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, marital status, age, veteran status, domestic partner status , medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law.
The Prudential Insurance Company of America, Newark, NJ and its affiliates.
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