Executive Assistant

Job Description

BuzzFeed

BuzzFeed is the world’s leading independent digital media and tech company, with a cross-platform news and entertainment network that reaches hundreds of millions of people globally and spreads Joy and Truth across the internet.
Our portfolio of brands are household names that people rely on to inform and entertain, including: BuzzFeed, BuzzFeed News, Tasty, Nifty, Bring Me, Cocoa Butter, Pero Like, Worth It, and Unsolved to name a few! These properties and their Creators reach over 134M people a month through articles, lists, videos, animations, quizzes, podcasts, original series, newsletters and more.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Executive Assistant to support our Chief Financial Officer and Chief People Officer. The ideal candidate will be a service-oriented, self-starting, proactive, and uber-organized human who can handle a BuzzFeed quiz as easily as they can set up a board meeting - and all with a great sense of humor.

The position is based in our LA office, and we offer competitive compensation, benefits and an employee stock option program. Not to mention – a super collaborative work environment overflowing with perks.

You Will

• Provide high-level administrative support to BuzzFeed’s Chief Financial Officer and Chief People Officer
• Manage calendars, and contacts
• Coordinate all meetings, conference calls, and interviews
• Arrange all travel including itineraries/agendas
• Prepare monthly expense reports
• Develop and maintain good relationships with key contacts within and outside of BuzzFeed
• Handle frequent projects successfully while prioritizing conflicting needs and managing constant interruptions

You Have

• Prior EA Experience Required
• Media or tech company experience is a plus
• Strong initiative and ability to work independently
• Interest in administrative duties with a strong attention to detail
• Ability to multitask in a fast paced environment
• Professional demeanor with a client facing presence
• Knowledge of Mac equipment and Apple programs very helpful
• Ability to treat highly confidential information with care and discretion
• Capacity for problem-solving and troubleshooting with strong focus on results
• Proficient in Google Apps and MS Office, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills with the ability to build rapport quickly and engage collaboratively with individuals at all levels

All job applications must be received through the official BuzzFeed Jobs board ( https://www.buzzfeed.com/about/jobs ), including referrals. It is BuzzFeed's practice to not schedule job interviews until after an application is submitted through our jobs board.

Life at BuzzFeed

At BuzzFeed, we believe our work benefits from the diverse perspectives of our employees. As such, BuzzFeed celebrates inclusion and is committed to equal opportunity employment. At BuzzFeed, you can expect:

• A supportive, inclusive atmosphere on a team that values your contributions
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth through work experience, offerings from our in-house Learning @ BuzzFeed team, our Employee Resource Groups, and more
• An attractive and equitable compensation package, including salary and stock options

A generous benefits program featuring PTO, unlimited sick time, comprehensive medical benefits, a family leave policy, access to mental health platforms, retirement plans, gym and wellness discounts, and much more.

BuzzFeed is the world’s leading tech-powered media company, with a cross-platform news and entertainment network that reaches hundreds of millions of people globally. The company aims to spread truth and joy across the internet by producing articles, lists, quizzes, videos, original series; lifestyle content through brands including Tasty, the world’s largest social food network; original reporting and investigative journalism through BuzzFeed News; strategic partnerships, licensing and product development through BuzzFeed Marketing; and original productions across broadcast, cable, SVOD, film and digital platforms for BuzzFeed Studios.

BuzzFeed is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against based on age, race, gender, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other protected category.