Sr. Executive Assistant

Position Overview:

Solid Power is seeking a Sr. Executive Assistant to join our talented team working to revolutionize the battery industry through the development of next generation, all solid-state rechargeable batteries.  Solid Power is a dynamic, fast-paced, collaborative team environment. This position is responsible for providing professional administrative support to the COO, as well as back-filling other administrative needs as required. The Sr. Executive Assistant provides strategic guidance to ensure that the executive(s) have the time, resources, and materials needed to accomplish goals. The Sr. Executive Assistant serves as the primary point of contact for internal and external constituencies on all matters pertaining to the Office of the COO. The Sr. Executive Assistant also serves as a liaison to the operations departments and senior management teams; organizes and coordinates executive outreach and external relations efforts; and oversees special projects. The ideal individual will have the ability to exercise good judgment in a variety of situations, with strong written and verbal communication, administrative, and organizational skills, and the ability to maintain a realistic balance among multiple priorities. The Sr. Executive Assistant will have the ability to work independently on projects, from conception to completion, and must be able to work under pressure at times to handle a wide variety of activities and confidential matters with discretion. This position will work primarily out of our Thornton, CO office and will be onsite with flexibility to work remotely when appropriate.

Job Duties:

• Independently provides high level administrative support to executive including managing a complex calendar of appointments; reconciling expense reports; composing and preparing correspondence that may be confidential; arranging domestic and international travel; procuring supplies and services and ensuring stakeholder awareness in support of these activities.
• Conserves executive’s time and assists in their daily handling of high-volume email; initiating and drafting communications and analyzing information, requiring knowledge of executive’s views, philosophy, and some understanding of technical matters.
• Plans, coordinates, and ensures the executive’s schedule is followed and respected; assures executive is briefed and prepared for upcoming commitments.
• Prioritizes conflicting needs; handles matters expeditiously, proactively, and follows through on projects to successful completion, often with deadline pressure.
• Identifies, designs, and implements new processes, procedures, and technology solutions to improve the executive’s efficiency, productivity, and communication. 
• Partner with senior leaders and the executive leadership team to provide support services and prepare material for key meetings.
• Manages a variety of projects for the COO as needed.
• Works cooperatively with other employees of all levels throughout the organization.
• Welcomes visitors, answers questions and meeting requests directed to the executive.
• Achieves high performance goals and meets deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications/ Requirements:

• College degree or equivalent experience plus minimum of six years related experience supporting C-Suite level executives, preferably with a technical and/or publicly traded company.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office 365 (Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, OneDrive); Proficient in Adobe Acrobat Pro. A whiz at PowerPoint - and if not, an ability and desire to quickly become one.
• Flexible – must be able to perform in a fast-paced environment and comfortable with change.
• Demonstrates and inspires confidence and trust of others. Maintain the highest standards of personal integrity. Shows consistency between words and actions. Has a consistent track record of delivering on commitments.
• A creative mind with an ability to suggest improvements and a proactive nature to then drive great ideas into reality.
• Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality, discretion, and judgement.
• Must have a can-do attitude, be resourceful, and have an approachable demeanor.
• Ability to anticipate and be proactive is critical (see the potential train wreck coming and proactively implement resolutions without direction from others).
• Exhibits strong interpersonal and organizational skills, great attention to detail as well as excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills (clear and concise writing style).
• Must have experience working with a diverse variety of people from different cultures and backgrounds.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk

Salary Range: $80,000 - $123,000/year

Application Deadline: 12/31/2024

Benefits: Solid Power offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes eligibility in our equity incentive and bonus plans, medical/dental/vision insurance, employer paid Life/AD&D/STD/LTD insurance, 401k with company match, paid holidays, PTO, cell phone reimbursement.

All offers of employment at Solid Power are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check.

The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

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