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Executive Assistant, Knopf Doubleday (In-Office)

Bertelsmann, Inc., New York, New York, us, 10261


Executive Assistant, Knopf Doubleday (In-Office)

The Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group is a storied leader in commercial and literary publishing, comprised of the Knopf, Doubleday, Pantheon, Schocken, Vintage, Anchor, and Everyman's Library imprints. It is the home to some of the most iconic authors in the world, including Nobel Laureates Kazuo Ishiguro, Toni Morrison, Alice Munro, and Elie Wiesel; Prize-winners Chimamanda Ngozi Adiche, Margaret Atwood, Robert Caro, Joan Didion, Yaa Gyasi, Jhumpa Lahiri, Cormac McCarthy, Michael Ondaatje, Tommy Orange, Art Spiegelman, Anne Tyler, and Colson Whitehead; and global bestsellers Dan Brown, Bonnie Garmus, John Grisham, Erin Morgenstern, and Jo Nesbo.

Reporting directly to the division President & Publisher, the Executive Assistant will act as a liaison between different departments within Knopf Doubleday and the publisher. Daily responsibilities include all-around project support, calendar and meeting management, division-wide DEI project management, writing weekly event memos for the group, creating materials for meetings, background research for meetings when applicable, catering/planning corporate and author functions.

We are looking for a detail-oriented, meticulous self-starter who loves to read, has strong writing and analytical skills, communicates clearly, and is invested in being part of a collaborative team. The ideal candidate will manage a diverse set of responsibilities efficiently and effectively and is comfortable asking for help when needed.

Please apply using our ATS system by October 28, 2024, and include your resume and cover letter for consideration. Before applying for any role at Penguin Random House we recommend you review our

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The Role:Extensive calendar and schedule maintenance for the president/publisher, including development and coordination of travel itinerariesChiefly responsible for all daily correspondence via telephone, e-mail, and physical mail with internal staff, authors, agents, and business partnersFile and maintain travel and entertainment (T&E) expense reports for both weekly and monthly expendituresProvide additional administrative support for the President & Publisher, including benefits administration, Internet research, and trafficking correspondence between departmentsMaintain and report human resources data to corporate human resources representativesProficient event planning skills (annual events, personal occasions, conventions, seminars, large meetings)Maintain and develop an extensive client database (over 2,000 contacts across several industries)-author, agent, etc.Support with Strategic Projects on research, agendas, and presentation materials for President's and divisional-wide meetingsWork with President/Publisher and DEI Strategy Team on discreet projectsWork with President/Publisher on regular group communicationsThe Essentials:

Attention to detailDiscretion regarding confidential materialsOrganizational skills and the capability to prioritize and navigate competing deadlinesEffective interpersonal communication skillsResourcefulness and ability to anticipate needsStrong follow-up skills and the dexterity to manage a busy inbox and multiple calendarsAble to work both independently and as a member of a teamCapability and interest in learning new applicationsEffective written communication skillsThe Applications (Intermediate/Proficient Preferred):

OutlookWord (proficient), Excel (basic administrative functions), PowerPoint (proficient)Adobe Acrobat

The salary range for this position is $58,000-$65,000. All positions are currently eligible for annual profit award or bonus, subject to Company results.

Penguin Random House job postings include a good faith compensation range for each open position. The salary range listed is specific to each particular open position and takes into account various factors including the specifics of the individual role, and candidate's relevant experience and qualifications.

Full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program. Our range of benefits include, but are not limited to, Medical/Prescription drug insurance, Dental, Vision, Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Pre-Tax and Roth 401(k), Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life/AD&D Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Student Loan Repayment Program, Educational Assistance & generous paid time off.

Penguin Random House is the leading adult and children's publishing house in North America, the United Kingdom and many other regions around the world. In publishing the best books in every genre and subject for all ages, we are committed to quality, excellence in execution, and innovation throughout the entire publishing process: editorial, design, marketing, publicity, sales, production, and distribution. Our vibrant and diverse international community of nearly 300 publishing brands and imprints include Ballantine Bantam Dell, Berkley, Clarkson Potter, Crown, DK, Doubleday, Dutton, Grosset & Dunlap, Little Golden Books, Knopf, Modern Library, Pantheon, Penguin Books, Penguin Press, Penguin Random House Audio, Penguin Young Readers, Portfolio, Puffin, Putnam, Random House, Random House Children's Books, Riverhead, Ten Speed Press, Viking, and Vintage, among others. More information can be found at http://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/.

Penguin Random House values the array of talents and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Company:

Penguin Random House LLC

Country:

United States of America

State/Region:

New York

City:

New York

Postal Code:

10019

Job ID:

274108

Date: Sep 24, 2024

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