Executive Assistant to VP of Corporate Affairs (In Ofc 4 Days/Wk)

June 18, 2026

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About the position

The Executive Assistant serves as a trusted partner to the Vice President of Corporate Affairs and plays a critical role in supporting the effective operation of the Corporate Affairs organization. This position requires exceptional judgment, discretion, organizational skills, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, highly visible environment. The successful candidate will proactively manage executive priorities, anticipate needs, coordinate critical business activities, and ensure seamless execution of day-to-day operations. This role works closely with executive offices across Southern Company and Georgia Power, supporting interactions with senior leaders, employees, customers, community stakeholders, industry organizations, and external partners. This position routinely handles highly confidential and sensitive information and must maintain the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and discretion.

Responsibilities

Proactively manage executive priorities
Anticipate needs
Coordinate critical business activities
Ensure seamless execution of day-to-day operations
Support interactions with senior leaders, employees, customers, community stakeholders, industry organizations, and external partners
Handle highly confidential and sensitive information
Manage complex executive calendars, competing priorities, and rapidly changing schedules with minimal direction
Coordinate domestic and international travel, executive meetings, expense reporting, and administrative operations
Professionally represent the Office of the Vice President of Corporate Affairs in interactions with executives, employees, customers, community leaders, government officials, industry organizations, and external partners
Prepare executive briefing materials, presentations, agendas, meeting summaries, and correspondence
Plan and coordinate executive-level meetings, leadership events, town halls, stakeholder engagements, and special projects
Manage expense accounts and demonstrate financial stewardship and budget awareness
Support virtual meetings, video conferencing, and executive meeting logistics

Requirements

Minimum of five years of experience supporting senior executives in a corporate environment
Demonstrated ability to anticipate executive needs and proactively address issues before they arise
Experience managing complex executive calendars, competing priorities, and rapidly changing schedules with minimal direction
Proven ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and maintain strict confidentiality
Experience coordinating domestic and international travel, executive meetings, expense reporting, and administrative operations
Ability to professionally represent the Office of the Vice President of Corporate Affairs in interactions with executives, employees, customers, community leaders, government officials, industry organizations, and external partners
Strong executive presence and ability to build productive relationships across all levels of the organization
Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet demanding deadlines
Experience preparing executive briefing materials, presentations, agendas, meeting summaries, and correspondence
Strong attention to detail, proofreading, and document quality review skills
Experience planning and coordinating executive-level meetings, leadership events, town halls, stakeholder engagements, and special projects
Ability to manage expense accounts and demonstrate financial stewardship and budget awareness
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams
Resourceful, proactive, and able to adapt quickly to changing priorities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Adobe applications
Technology savvy with experience supporting virtual meetings, video conferencing, and executive meeting logistics
Ability to maintain a strong sense of urgency while delivering exceptional service and support
Highest standards of integrity and confidentiality
Sound judgment and professionalism
Proactive mindset with strong initiative
Positive, solutions-oriented approach
Adaptability and flexibility in a dynamic environment
Strong customer and stakeholder focus
Collaborative team player
Executive presence and maturity
Strong work ethic and commitment to excellence
Authenticity, candor, and accountability
Safety-focused attitude in all aspects of work

Nice-to-haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience

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