Job Description

You may know McCormick as a leader in herbs, spices, seasonings, and condiments – and we’re only getting started. At McCormick, we’re always looking for new people to bring their unique flavor to our team.

McCormick employees – all 14,000 of us across the world – are what makes this company a great place to work.

We are looking to hire an Sr Executive Assistant at our Global Headquarters in Hunt Valley, Maryland. 

What We Bring To The Table:

The best people deserve the best rewards. In addition to the benefits you’d expect from a global leader (401k, health insurance, paid time off, etc.) we also offer:

• Competitive compensation

• Career growth opportunities

• Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices

• Wellbeing programs including Physical, Mental and Financial wellness

• Tuition assistance

Summary

The Executive Administrative Partner provides high-level support to the Chief Human Relations Officer (CHRO) and their leadership team. This individual ensures strategic priorities are met by managing communications, projects, and events with discretion and professionalism. Operating with a high degree of autonomy, the Sr Executive assistant serves as a trusted partner and handles confidential matters with sound judgment.

Responsibilities

• Calendar & Scheduling Management: Coordinate and manage the calendars of the CHRO and their VP-level reports, ensuring schedules are aligned to strategic priorities. Anticipate needs, resolve conflicts, and proactively adjust commitments to optimize the leader’s time.
• Correspondence & Communication: Research, prioritize, and follow up on incoming emails, correspondence, issues, and concerns addressed to the leader. Exercise judgment in determining the appropriate course of action, routing, or response.
• Project & Presentation Support: Partner with the leader on key projects, preparing high-quality presentations and materials for internal and external audiences. Provide relevant information and insights on organizational matters and identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Meeting & Event Coordination: Support the planning and execution of onsite and offsite meetings, leadership activities, and large-scale events in partnership with other Executive Assistants. Participate in key meetings by capturing notes, summarizing action items, and ensuring timely communication and follow-through.
• Reporting & Administrative Support: Prepare reports and conduct data analysis to support business needs. Manage essential administrative activities including purchase orders, budget tracking, timekeeping, and other operational requirements.
• Travel & Expense Management: Coordinate all domestic and international travel arrangements for the CHRO, ensuring seamless itineraries and logistics. Prepare and reconcile monthly travel and expense reports with accuracy and timeliness.
• Other Support: Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the CHRO in support of organizational objectives.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in business administration, communications, or related field preferred, or equivalent experience.
• 5-7 years of experience in an administrative assistant role or similar, with 3+ years of experience working with a VP or higher
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other relevant software and tools.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with all stakeholders, including staff, Board members, investors, external partners, etc.
• Advanced organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with minimal supervision.
• Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive information in a professional manner
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Professional and courteous demeanor.
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities and demands.
• Cultural competence required, with Global experience preferred.

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McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.

Base Salary: $53,990 - $94,480

Base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, experience for this role, and/or internal equity of our current employees as part of any final offer. This position is also eligible to participate in McCormick’s Incentive Bonus (MIB) Plan. In addition to a competitive compensation package, permanent employees of McCormick are eligible for our extensive Total Rewards programs that include:
- Comprehensive health plans covering medical, vision, dental, life and disability benefits - Family-friendly benefits such as paid parental leave, fertility benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and caregiver support - Retirement and investment programs including 401(k) and profit-sharing plans

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