About Showpad

At Showpad, we empower others to be at their best. As a business, that means the Showpad sales enablement platform allows revenue teams to engage buyers through industry-leading training and coaching software as well as innovative sales content and engagement solutions. We provide sales and marketing with the software and support they need to enable their teams, drive more revenue and deliver incredible buying experiences. 

Founded in 2011 in Belgium, Showpad is a team of more than 400 people working from our headquarters in Ghent and Chicago or regional offices in London, Munich, San Francisco and Wroclaw.

As an employer who understands the importance of diversity, we are committed to proudly representing the various identities of the communities in which we work and the clients that we serve. We have been recognized as a top workplace by Built In Chicago, Built In San Francisco and Inc. Magazine,  as a top 10 software company in the Inc. 5000 Europe list and won the award for “Most Sustainable Growth Company” by Deloitte Belgium.

About the Senior Executive Assistant at Showpad

As a Senior Executive Assistant you will have the opportunity to enable our executives and make an impact on a global organization with a winning culture. You’ll gain exposure to 3 different functions and have a variety of responsibilities, which keeps the role exciting. 

If you’re extremely organized, proactive, service oriented and like to work at a fast pace, then this opportunity may be a great fit for you. The role is located in the US HQ in Chicago, IL and should expect to work onsite regularly. 

The Executive Assistant will report into the Chief Financial Officer, who is located in Chicago, IL.  

Key Responsibilities for the Senior Executive Assistant at Showpad

• Provide administrative support to the  CFO, Chief People Officer and SVP Global Sales
• Manage the calendars of the CFO, Chief People Officer and SVP Global Sales and integrate professional and private appointments and events
• Proactively schedule internal and external meetings and calls, taking into account different time zones
• Book travel arrangements, hotels, flights, restaurants, etc.
• Manage all incoming mails and take appropriate action depending on the topic, relevance and urgency
• Attend certain team meetings and take notes and distribute meetings notes and action items to ensure follow through
• Organize personal and shared folders and keep track of budget documentation and management meeting presentations
• Follow‐up on important professional deadlines and private events and proactively remind the  CFO, Chief People Officer and SVP Global Sales
• Track and help drive completion of key deliverables and important projects and follow‐up on outstanding items. Ensure presentations, including slides and narratives are impactful and properly edited.
• Anticipate the needs of the executives and work collaboratively with other EA’s across the organization on best practices
• Assist the organization in operational and office projects on an as needed basis

Required Skills for the Learning & Development Specialist at Showpad

• Minimum 4 years of experience managing global senior level executives in a fast‐paced environment
• A quick learner that thrives in a fast-paced, high energy environment
• Strong work ethic and desire to help others
• Highly resourceful and adaptable team-player, with a collaborative approach. 
• Detail‐oriented with excellent time management and organizational skills
• High levels of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to change
• Professional communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work flexible hours when needed
• Proficient with communication and collaboration software used within a fast paced digital environment

What you can expect from Showpad

We welcome every voice and are committed to building a truly inclusive environment where your differences are not just welcomed, they are celebrated. We’re building a best-in-class experience for our employees and are always identifying opportunities to encourage our team to be their authentic selves. Whether that’s paid parental leave, paid holidays (including Juneteenth and paid time off to vote), paid time off to volunteer at non-profit organizations, personal development opportunities or professional stretch assignments, you can expect Showpad to support you. 

Showpad’s Commitment

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organization and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other dimensions of identity.