At Cengage Group, our employees have a direct impact in helping students around the world discover the power and joy of learning. We are bonded by our shared purpose – driving innovation that helps millions of learners improve their lives and achieve their dreams through education.
Our culture values diversity, engagement, and discovery
Our business is driven by our strong culture, and we know that creating an inclusive and diverse workplace is absolutely essential to the success of our company and our learners, as well as our individual well-being. We recognize the value of diverse perspectives in everything we do, and strive to ensure employees of all levels and backgrounds feel empowered to voice their ideas and bring their authentic selves to work. We achieve these priorities through inclusive programs, benefits, and initiatives that are integrated into the fabric of how we work every day. To learn more, please see https://www.cengagegroup.com/about/inclusion-and-diversity/.
As the Executive Assistant to the CEO, your primary responsibility is to provide administrative support to the CEO. In this role, you will be responsible for managing complex calendars, prioritization of meetings and commitments, coordinating travel arrangements, and handling confidential information. As the EA to the CEO, you will also work closely with other EAs within Cengage Group and those of our key stakeholders, such as investors/sponsors and Board members.
What You’ll Do Here
Manage and maintain CEO calendar, organizing, prioritizing and scheduling appointments and meetings both virtual and in person
Work closely with the CEO’s Chief of Staff to provide logistics and administrative support for all meetings and deliverables.
Coordinate travel arrangements, including flights, accommodations, and transportation
Manage the CEO’s email inbox, prioritizing, responding or redirecting as necessary
Maintain and update CEO contacts as necessary
Work closely with other Executive Team member assistants to ensure coordination across the team (e.g. attendance at meetings, travel guidelines for meetings etc.)
File expense reports and track reimbursements
Submit requests for purchase orders, process and track invoices through the payment process
Coordinate with facilities and internal events staff as necessary to organize team meetings and other events
Partner with Corporate Secretary, Chief of Staff and relevant Executives to organize and schedule all Board related meetings and manage all materials distribution as needed
Perform ad hoc administrative tasks and special projects as assigned by the CEO and/or Chief of Staff
Skills You Will Need Here
Demonstrated track record as a C-Suite Executive Assistant or in a similar role
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
Professional and polished demeanor
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels
Cengage Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason. You may view Cengage’s EEO/Affirmative Action Policy signed by CEO Michael Hansen and Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law notice by visiting their corresponding links.
Cengage Group is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected] or you may call us at +1 (617) 289-7917.
About Cengage Group
Cengage Group, a global education technology company serving millions of learners, provides affordable, quality digital products and services that equip students with the skills and competencies needed to be job ready. For more than 100 years, we have enabled the power and joy of learning with trusted, engaging content, and now, integrated digital platforms. We serve the higher education, workforce skills, secondary education, English language teaching and research markets worldwide. Through our scalable technology, including MindTap and Cengage Unlimited, we support all learners who seek to improve their lives and achieve their dreams through education.
Compensation
At Cengage Group, we take great pride in our commitment to providing a comprehensive and rewarding Total Rewards package designed to support and empower our employees. Click here to learn more about our Total Rewards Philosophy.
The full base pay range has been provided for this position. Individual base pay will vary based on work schedule, qualifications, experience, internal equity, and geographic location. Sales roles often incorporate a significant incentive compensation program beyond this base pay range.
$101,900.00 - $163,000.00 USD
Seniority level
Executive
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Business Development and Sales
Industries
Book and Periodical Publishing, Higher Education, and E-Learning Providers
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