Executive Assistant

Job description

Our purpose – Opening up a world of opportunity – explains why we exist. Here at HSBC we use our unique expertise, capabilities, breadth and perspectives to open up new kinds of opportunity for our more than 40 million customers. We’re bringing together the people, ideas and capital that nurture progress and growth, helping to create a better world – for our customers, our people, our investors, our communities and the planet we all share.

Executive Assistant provide secretarial/administrative support. Role holders will exercise confidentiality, tact and diplomacy skills and will have sufficient expertise in their area to deputize for their superior and/or actively participate in meetings. They may also oversee small projects and have some decision-making authority/autonomy. EAs will support a single person and may, in turn, be supported by administrative staff. 

As our Executive Assistant you will:

• Organize schedules, maintain diaries, arrange travel and accommodation
• Co-ordinate activities, events, resources, meetings, services and manage internal and external stakeholders
• Support administration, compose presentations, draft reports and assist with key documents, such as business plans
• Deputize at meetings and make decisions on matters relating to the business area
• Manage external relationships and service providers
• Gatekeeper or primary point of contact roles for an area
• Adhere to HSBC policies and maintain confidentiality on sensitive activities in the remit area

For this role, HSBC targets a pay range between $86,700 and $130,100.

The final fixed pay offer will depend on the candidate and a number of variables, including but not limited to, role responsibilities, skill set, depth of experience and education, licensing/certification requirements, internal relativity, and specific work location.

At HSBC, our overall goal is to provide a competitive Total Reward Package, with an appropriate mix of fixed pay, and variable pay, as part of an employee’s overall total compensation and benefits. Variable pay generally takes the form of discretionary, annual awards (sometimes referred to as a “bonus”). Additionally, HSBC offers a wide range of competitive and flexible benefits designed to help you improve your health and well-being, finances, and lifestyle.

Requirements

You´ll likely have the following qualifications to succeed in this role:

• Experience working in the financial services industry is preferred, but not required to be successful
• At least 5 years of experience working with senior level executives in an administrative capacity.
• University degree or equivalent.
• Advanced knowledge in MS Office, Diary/Meeting Management, Travel Booking/Itinerary Management
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to anticipate executive needs as well as operate independently and handle majority of responsibilities without consultation
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent knowledge of various computer applications
• Ability to deal with all levels of personnel in a courteous and efficient manner and exercise discretion on confidential matters
• Excellent typing, customer service, problem-solving, and organizational skills

In compliance with applicable laws, HSBC is committed to employing only those who are authorized to work in the U.S. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. as HSBC will not engage in immigration sponsorship for this position.

As an HSBC employee, you will have access to tailored professional development opportunities to ensure you have the right skills for today and tomorrow. We offer a competitive pay and benefits package including a robust Wellness Hub, all in a welcoming, diverse and inclusive work environment. You will be empowered to drive HSBC’s engagement with the communities we serve through an industry-leading volunteerism policy, a generous matching gift program, and a comprehensive program of immersive Sustainability and Climate Change Initiatives. You’ll want to join our Employee Resource Groups as they play a central part in life at HSBC, including the development of our employees and networking inside and outside of HSBC. We value difference. We succeed together. We take responsibility. We get it done. And we want you to help us build the bank of the future!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, race, national origin, ethnicity, disability or medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran service, religion, creed, sex, gender, pregnancy, childbirth, caregiver status, marital status, citizenship or immigration status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other trait protected by applicable law.