Executive Assistant

Lakeside Manufacturing, Inc•Milwaukee, WI

70d

About The Position

Lakeside Manufacturing is seeking a high-impact Executive Assistant to serve as a trusted partner to our Executive Team. This role goes beyond traditional administrative support-acting as a force multiplier for leadership in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You will play a central role in driving alignment, optimizing executive effectiveness, and ensuring priorities translate into action. The ideal candidate is proactive, analytical, and resourceful, with the ability to anticipate needs, influence outcomes, and bring structure to complexity. This is a critical role for someone who thrives on ownership, operates with discretion, and is energized by working alongside senior leaders on high-visibility initiatives.

Requirements

Proven experience supporting multiple senior executives or an executive team in a dynamic environment
Strong project management capabilities with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Experience preparing executive- and board-level communications and materials
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Office Suite

Nice To Haves

You think like an operator, not just a coordinator-you bring structure, clarity, and momentum
You are highly proactive and anticipate needs before they arise
You are a strong decision-maker who can influence outcomes and navigate ambiguity
You combine creativity with analytical thinking to solve problems effectively
You thrive in fast-paced, evolving environments and bring a calm, solutions-oriented mindset
You are exceptionally organized, detail-oriented, and execution-focused
You communicate with clarity, confidence, and professionalism at all levels, including board interactions
You exercise impeccable discretion and judgment in handling executive-level matters

Responsibilities

Serve as the operational backbone of the Executive Team-managing complex calendars, priorities, and leadership rhythms with precision
Orchestrate executive team alignment by managing agendas, facilitating meetings, and ensuring strong follow-through on key initiatives
Prepare executives for high-stakes engagements with clear, concise briefings and context
Partner with leadership to compile and deliver executive-level and board-facing reporting, insights, and materials
Act as a strategic gatekeeper-prioritizing time, surfacing critical issues, and enabling focus on what matters most
Drive accountability by tracking decisions, action items, and cross-functional dependencies to completion
Lead coordination of travel and logistics with a high standard of efficiency and experience
Support and help drive cross-functional projects, applying strong project management and analytical thinking
Bring a forward-looking lens-anticipating challenges, identifying opportunities, and proactively solving problems
Build trusted relationships across the organization and with external stakeholders
Handle sensitive and confidential matters with the highest level of professionalism and judgment