Executive Assistant

Position Overview

Job Description

We are a global investment bank specializing in M&A and private capital advisory services. Clients worldwide rely on us to help unlock value in their business and turn ambitious goals into reality. We approach every engagement with boundless collaboration, pooling expertise and relationships across industries, service offerings, and geographies. For over 30 years, our clients have trusted us to think strategically, execute precisely, and deliver premium outcomes to help them grow.

We are ambitious in our goals and steadfast in the belief that clients deserve our very best. To achieve our highest aspiration, we invest in world-class, team-oriented individuals who are smart, driven, and principled - those who are eager to be part of something bigger than themselves. When you join Harris Williams, you are welcomed into a collegial environment where every individual has the opportunity to make an impact in a powerful and significant way. We invite you to learn more about careers at Harris Williams.

Executive Assistant Role

• This is an in office role

Executive Assistants play an integral role in supporting the firm's merger and acquisition advisory activities. As an Executive Assistant, you will have a high-level of exposure to management and complete critical tasks, initiatives, and special projects to facilitate the efficient operation of your executive, team, and firm.

Along with support from your mentor and deal team, you will:

• Perform a wide range of administrative, logistical, special project and general office related duties, including some personal assistant related work

• Prepare presentations and materials

• Conduct research using internal customer relationship system and external sources

• Support executive's origination efforts

• Provide direction, support, and coordination to executive

• Manage executive inbox, calendar and phone calls

Executive Assistant Attributes

Harris Williams fosters an inclusive culture through hiring quality people who are committed, tenacious, smart and principled - dedicated to achieving the best results for our clients, the right way. We are committed to building a unique firm by valuing and developing talent and deepening relationships with our clients. Harris Williams values Executive Assistants with different educational and professional backgrounds and look for people with the following attributes:

• Ability to interact effectively with management at all levels

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Adobe PDF and research techniques

• Excellent verbal & written communication skills

• Organized and able to manage multiple priorities

• Collaborative working style

• Proficient in proofreading with strong attention to detail

• Bachelors degree required; +8 years related experience preferred

Mentorship, Training & Development

Mentorship - both formal and organic - is critical to our people's success. Executive Assistants are assigned mentors who serve as your "go to" resource and help acclimate you to the role. Our lean deal teams, apprenticeship model, and flat organizational culture ensures you will also find additional mentors along the way.

When you start, you will go through an intensive training program to integrate you into our culture, provide a foundation for our business model, and prepare you to hit the ground running. This is just the beginning of an extensive learning experience at Harris Williams.

Other Requirements

In order to be considered, you must be able to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

This description reflects the core activities of the role but is not intended to be all-inclusive and other duties within the group/department may be required, in addition to changes in the emphasis of duties as required from time to time.

Competencies

Accuracy and Attention to Detail

• Understanding of the necessity and value of accuracy and attention to detail; ability to process information with high levels of accuracy.

Confidentiality

• Knowledge of practices and policies governing disclosure of information about the organization, its business activities, and employees; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations.

Decision Making and Critical Thinking

• Understanding of the issues related to the decision-making process; ability to analyze situations fully and accurately, and reach productive decisions.

Desktop Tools

• Knowledge of and ability to use office support tools available on the desktop (e.g., word processing, e-mail, presentation software and spreadsheets).

Effective Communications

• Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.

Flexibility and Adaptability

• Knowledge of successful approaches, tools, and techniques for dealing with changes and adapting to a changing environment; ability to adapt as needed.

Office Administration

• Ability to carry out ongoing office administration tasks effectively and efficiently in support of local and remote teams.

Work Experience

Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree with < 1 year of professional experience and/or successful completion of a formal development program. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.

Education

Bachelors

Additional Job Description

Base Salary: $75,000 - $85,000

Salaries may vary within the range based on geographic location, market data and on individual skills, experience, and education.

Role is incentive eligible with the payment based upon company, business and/or individual performance.

Application Window: Generally, this opening is expected to be posted for 48 business hours from [Posting Date 4/2/2024], although longer with business discretion.

Benefits

PNC offers employees a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time employees include medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature); dental and vision options; employee and spouse/child life insurance; short- and long-term disability protection; maternity and parental leave; paid holidays, vacation days and occasional absence time; 401(k), pension and stock purchase plans; dependent care reimbursement account; back-up child/elder care; adoption assistance; educational assistance and a robust wellness program with financial incentives. To learn more about these and other programs, including benefits for part-time employees, visit pncbenefits.com > New to PNC.

Disability Accommodations Statement:

If an accommodation is required to participate in the application process, please contact us via email at AccommodationRequest@pnc.com. Please include "accommodation request" in the subject line title and be sure to include your name, the job ID, and your preferred method of contact in the body of the email. Emails not related to accommodation requests will not receive responses. Applicants may also call 877-968-7762 and say "Workday" for accommodation assistance. All information provided will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

At PNC we foster an inclusive and accessible workplace. We provide reasonable accommodations to employment applicants and qualified individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to perform the essential functions of their positions.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO):

PNC provides equal employment opportunity to qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other categories protected by law.

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