Executive Assistant to the Executive VP and Chief Financial Officer

Your Role

The Executive Assistant to the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer will operate in a dynamic, rapidly changing environment which requires flexibility, adaptability and initiative, as well as excellent organizational and problem-solving skills. This role acts as a partner to three Vice Presidents, managing their calendars, keeping them prepared, advising of outstanding issues, proactively following up, and experienced in handling a wide range of support tasks. The role requires interacting with staff at all levels, sometimes under pressure, while maintaining a high level of professionalism. Other necessary skills include attention to detail, strong written and verbal communication skills, and strong decision-making ability.

In your daily job you will:

• Provide sophisticated calendar management for three Vice Presidents. Prioritize inquiries and requests while troubleshooting conflicts; make judgements and recommendations to ensure smooth day-to-day engagements.
• Make domestic and international travel arrangements within Aptiv policy. This will also include submitting travel requests in Concur.
• Serving as the primary point of contact for internal and external constituencies on all matters pertaining to the Vice President’s, including those of a highly confidential or critical nature.
• Prioritize and determine appropriate course of action, referral, or response, exercising judgement to reflect Vice President’s style and organization policy.
• Working closely with the Vice President’s to keep them well informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities, following up appropriately.
• Other strategic projects/duties as assigned
• Handle sensitive or confidential information with discretion
• Creating and submitting expense reports

Your Background

Key ingredients for succeeding in this role are your:

• Self-starter; demonstrates resourcefulness with proven ability to anticipate needs and manage multiple tasks
• Critical thinker; demonstrates outstanding judgment and problem-solving capabilities
• Flexible “can do” attitude; able to adapt and reprioritize to shifting or competing priorities
• High level of judgment and discretion related to sensitive and confidential information
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Expert-level written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills; “ambassador” to both internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to work independently and as part of a dispersed team
• Motivated by working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Stays current on and easily adopts new technology
• Willing to work outside of normal business hours when necessary

Must Haves (Basic Qualifications):

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum of five years’ experience working as an Executive Assistant
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Teams)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Nice to Haves (Preferred Qualifications):
• Proficiency in Adobe Acrobat, WebEx, Zoom, Workday, and Concur
• Previous experience at a global organization, working with a dispersed team
• Customer-service mindset

Why join us?

You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs. You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.

You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.

Some see differences. We see perspectives that make us stronger.

Diversity and Inclusion are sources of innovation and creativity, both of which are essential to Aptiv’s success. Everyday our diverse team comes together, drives innovation, pursues solutions, and meets challenges using their unique abilities, perspectives and talents, changing what tomorrow brings. When you join our team, you’ll get encouraged to think boldly, express your viewpoint and innovate as a matter of habit.

Some see technology. We see a way to make connections.

At Aptiv, we don’t just see the world differently; we work to change reality. That means developing technology that rewrites the rules of what’s possible in the pursuit of making transportation safer, greener and more connected. Today there are more than 190,000 of us globally, located in 49 countries, and united by one mission. Join the movement and together, let’s change tomorrow.

Your Benefits at Aptiv:

• Private health care effective day 1 of employment
• Life and accident insurance
• Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacation, Designated time off, Parental leave)
• Relocation assistance may be available
• Learning and development opportunities
• Discount programs with various manufacturers and retailers
• Recognition for innovation and excellence
• Opportunities to give back to the community
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Fertility Coverage

Apply today, and together let’s change tomorrow!

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