The Executive Assistant coordinates high-level administrative tasks, project management, and communication for leaders, focusing on governance and resilience initiatives, while ensuring smooth operations and stakeholder interactions.
Description
At CDW, we make it happen, together. Trust, connection, and commitment are at the heart of how we work together to deliver for our customers. It's why we're coworkers, not just employees. Coworkers who genuinely believe in supporting our customers and one another. We collectively forge our path forward with a level of commitment that speaks to who we are and where we're headed. We're proud to share our story and Make Amazing Happen at CDW.
Job Summary
The Executive Assistant and Governance/Resilience Coordinator provides high-level administrative support to multiple leaders and team members in the Corporate Governance and Securities and Global Business Resilience groups, including project management, communication and logistical support and Board coordination. This role ensures effective and efficient processes, communication, scheduling and documentation.
* What you'll do
* Manage leaders' calendars and scheduling, including all internal and external meetings.
* Plan all aspects of leaders' travel.
* Assist with Board meeting planning, including travel and event planning, calendaring, and execution of meetings. Assist Governance and Securities teams with ongoing projects.
* Assist the Global Business Resilience team with requests for proposal, meeting planning, project management of multiple projects, reporting, monitoring external inbox, plus other Business Resilience projects.
* Coordinate on team and department initiatives regarding AI.
* Coordinate and lead preparation for all team meetings, including but not limited to: securing meeting location, travel, accommodations, catering, equipment/supplies, etc.
* Process expense reports, requisitions and new hire needs.
* Effectively interact with all internal and external stakeholders, developing collaborative relationships across CDW to ensure positive results.
* Interact with Board members and executives on a regular basis.
* Assist with other projects for the Corporate Secretary's Office and other Legal Team members as needed, including liaising with other departments, special projects and project management support.
What we expect of you
* Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of experience in leadership support and 9+ years of experience in leadership support
* Experience supporting corporate boards a plus.
* Exceptional project management, organizational and time management skills.
* Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
* High level of discretion and professionalism.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Personal development orientation, especially with respect to technology.
* Commitment to excellence, attention to detail, and ethical conduct.
* Periodic evening or weekend work to support board meetings or other projects. Pay range: $84,000 - $119,000 depending on experience and skill set Annual bonus target of 5% subject to terms and conditions of plan Benefits overview: [https://cdw.benefit-info.com/](https://cdw.benefit-info.com/)
* CDW is committed to being an AI-fluent organization
* As a leader, you will champion and be accountable for our vision of becoming an AI-fluent organization. We expect leaders to model curiosity, encourage responsible AI adoption, and foster a culture of continuous learning. You don't need deep technical expertise, but you should be comfortable exploring how AI can enhance strategy, decision-making, and team performance. Your role includes guiding others in building confidence and capability with AI tools and practices, while promoting openness to experimentation and shared learning.
* We make technology work so people can do great things.
* CDW is a leading multi-brand provider of information technology solutions to business, government, education and healthcare customers in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada. A Fortune 500 company and member of the S&P 500 Index, CDW helps its customers to navigate an increasingly complex IT market and maximize return on their technology investments. Together, we unite. Together, we win. Together, we thrive. CDW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and local law. CDW is committed to fostering an equitable, transparent, and respectful hiring process for all applicants. During our application process, CDW's goal is to get to know you as an applicant and understand your experience, strengths, skills, and qualifications. While AI can help you present yourself more clearly and effectively, the essence of your application should be authentically yours. To learn more, please review [CDW's AI Applicant Notice](https://www.cdwjobs.com/pages/ai-applicant-notice).
At CDW, we make it happen, together. Trust, connection, and commitment are at the heart of how we work together to deliver for our customers. It's why we're coworkers, not just employees. Coworkers who genuinely believe in supporting our customers and one another. We collectively forge our path forward with a level of commitment that speaks to who we are and where we're headed. We're proud to share our story and Make Amazing Happen at CDW.
Job Summary
The Executive Assistant and Governance/Resilience Coordinator provides high-level administrative support to multiple leaders and team members in the Corporate Governance and Securities and Global Business Resilience groups, including project management, communication and logistical support and Board coordination. This role ensures effective and efficient processes, communication, scheduling and documentation.
* What you'll do
* Manage leaders' calendars and scheduling, including all internal and external meetings.
* Plan all aspects of leaders' travel.
* Assist with Board meeting planning, including travel and event planning, calendaring, and execution of meetings. Assist Governance and Securities teams with ongoing projects.
* Assist the Global Business Resilience team with requests for proposal, meeting planning, project management of multiple projects, reporting, monitoring external inbox, plus other Business Resilience projects.
* Coordinate on team and department initiatives regarding AI.
* Coordinate and lead preparation for all team meetings, including but not limited to: securing meeting location, travel, accommodations, catering, equipment/supplies, etc.
* Process expense reports, requisitions and new hire needs.
* Effectively interact with all internal and external stakeholders, developing collaborative relationships across CDW to ensure positive results.
* Interact with Board members and executives on a regular basis.
* Assist with other projects for the Corporate Secretary's Office and other Legal Team members as needed, including liaising with other departments, special projects and project management support.
What we expect of you
* Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of experience in leadership support and 9+ years of experience in leadership support
* Experience supporting corporate boards a plus.
* Exceptional project management, organizational and time management skills.
* Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
* High level of discretion and professionalism.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Personal development orientation, especially with respect to technology.
* Commitment to excellence, attention to detail, and ethical conduct.
* Periodic evening or weekend work to support board meetings or other projects. Pay range: $84,000 - $119,000 depending on experience and skill set Annual bonus target of 5% subject to terms and conditions of plan Benefits overview: [https://cdw.benefit-info.com/](https://cdw.benefit-info.com/)
* CDW is committed to being an AI-fluent organization
* As a leader, you will champion and be accountable for our vision of becoming an AI-fluent organization. We expect leaders to model curiosity, encourage responsible AI adoption, and foster a culture of continuous learning. You don't need deep technical expertise, but you should be comfortable exploring how AI can enhance strategy, decision-making, and team performance. Your role includes guiding others in building confidence and capability with AI tools and practices, while promoting openness to experimentation and shared learning.
* We make technology work so people can do great things.
* CDW is a leading multi-brand provider of information technology solutions to business, government, education and healthcare customers in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada. A Fortune 500 company and member of the S&P 500 Index, CDW helps its customers to navigate an increasingly complex IT market and maximize return on their technology investments. Together, we unite. Together, we win. Together, we thrive. CDW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and local law. CDW is committed to fostering an equitable, transparent, and respectful hiring process for all applicants. During our application process, CDW's goal is to get to know you as an applicant and understand your experience, strengths, skills, and qualifications. While AI can help you present yourself more clearly and effectively, the essence of your application should be authentically yours. To learn more, please review [CDW's AI Applicant Notice](https://www.cdwjobs.com/pages/ai-applicant-notice).
Top Skills
Microsoft Office Suite
CDW Chicago, Illinois, USA Office
625 W Adams St., Chicago, IL, United States, 60661
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