Administrative Assistant

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox News Media

FOX News Media operates the FOX News Channel (FNC), FOX Business Network (FBN), FOX News Digital, FOX News Audio, FOX News Books, the direct-to-consumer digital streaming services FOX Nation and FOX News International and the newly announced platform FOX Weather. Currently the number one network in all of cable, FNC has also been the most watched television news channel for 20 consecutive years, while FBN currently ranks among the top business channels on cable. Owned by FOX Corporation, FOX News Media reaches 200 million people each month.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a proactive and organized individual to provide administrative support to two Senior Executives for Fox News Channel. The Administrative Assistant is a team player who can work independently, exercise sound judgment, and take the initiative. Sensitivity to confidential matters is critical to this role. In addition to managing all administrative tasks, you will interact with a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders at all levels within and outside the organization. This is an excellent role for someone wanting to work and learn about the news business.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage an extremely active calendar of appointments, compose and prepare confidential correspondence, and handle financial information

• Strong understanding of current events and news

• Research, prioritize, and follow up on incoming issues and concerns

• Prioritize conflicting needs, handle matters expeditiously and proactively, and follow through on projects to successful completion

• Screen incoming calls, sort and distribute incoming mail; prepare and/or review confidential communications, correspondence, business updates, meeting notes, and PowerPoint presentations

• Build/maintain electronic filing systems and organize large amounts of data

• Manage all aspects of business travel, travel agendas, and process expense reports

• Process and approve invoices in Coupa software and JIRA

• Flexibility to adjust workdays to accommodate special events and other business functions

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field of study preferred, or equivalent experience

• 1+ years of admin and/or executive assistant experience or some experience in the news business

• Highly organized and detail-oriented

• Superior time management and ability to prioritize large workloads

• Flexible and able to take direction with ease

• Critical thinking, takes the initiative, and self-motivated

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

• Intermediate to advanced skills in Google Docs, Google Sheets, MS Office, and Slack

• Positive “Can Do” attitude

• Flexibility to adjust workdays to accommodate special events and other business functions, including occasional travel

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $22.25-25.00 per hour. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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