Executive Assistant, Office of the President

Chanel • New York, NY

407d • $69,100 - $150,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Executive Assistant in the Office of the President at Chanel plays a crucial role in supporting the President of CHANEL, Inc. This position involves managing the President's agenda, travel arrangements, and correspondence, while also contributing to key business initiatives and projects. The role requires a high level of organization, discretion, and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams, providing a unique opportunity to influence the U.S. business at a high level.

Requirements

• 10 years of executive administrative support experience.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially PowerPoint and Excel.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with French language skills preferred.
• Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with diverse teams.
• High level of self-reliance and resourcefulness.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in media management, ideally with luxury brands.
• Knowledge of the media industry and social issues.
• Experience with charitable organizations.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary support to the President of CHANEL, Inc.
• Manage travel arrangements and create detailed itineraries.
• Schedule all meetings, both internal and external, serving as a trusted advisor to the President.
• Write and coordinate timely business correspondence with excellent judgment.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations using PowerPoint and Excel.
• Support key business change efforts, including Futures 2030.
• Participate in key leadership meetings and contribute to governance improvements.
• Manage special projects as assigned by the President.
• Plan and manage key business outings and events.

Benefits

• Health savings account
• AD&D insurance
• Paid holidays
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Employee assistance program
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Health and Personal Care Retailers
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree