James Hardie is hiring: Executive Assistant in Chicago

Summary

Are you a highly organized, proactive professional looking to grow your career in a fast-paced, global company? Join James Hardie as an Executive Assistant supporting our Executive Leadership Team. This is a unique opportunity to gain exposure to senior leaders, contribute to strategic initiatives, and build a career in corporate operations.

What You’ll Do

• Provide day-to-day administrative support to senior executives, helping them stay focused and effective.
• Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate logistics across time zones.
• Organize domestic and international travel, including itineraries and documentation.
• Prepare agendas, take meeting notes, and follow up on action items.
• Assist in creating polished presentations and communications for leadership meetings and town halls.
• Coordinate internal events, offsites, and leadership forums — from planning to execution.
• Liaise with teams across the organization to gather updates and align priorities.
• Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Offer ideas to improve administrative processes and team efficiency.
• Occasionally support reception and other administrative needs across the office.

What You’ll Bring

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years in executive-level administrative support.
• Tech Savvy: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, SharePoint).
• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills with a professional tone.
• Judgment & Initiative: Ability to make sound decisions independently, prioritize effectively, and pivot quickly when needed.
• Organization: Impeccable attention to detail and time management; thrives on juggling multiple priorities.
• Professionalism: Calm under pressure, discreet with sensitive information, and consistently polished in interactions.
• Team Orientation: Collaborative mindset with strong interpersonal skills and a proactive, can-do attitude.

What You’ll Receive

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this position is $35.00 to $40.00 per hour. Placement in the range depends on several factors such as experience, skills, geography and internal equity and may change over time. This position qualifies for benefits, and you will be eligible to participate in a bonus plan.

• Compensation: competitive salary and bonus eligibility
• Insurance: day-one health coverage medical, dental, vision, life insurance
• Paid Time Off: vacation and company holidays
• Retirement: 401(k) with 6% match
• Investments: Employee Stock Purchase plan (ESP)
• Work-Life Balance: parental leave, wellness programs
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James Hardie Building Products Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, veteran's status, marital status, pregnancy, disability, or any other basis protected by law.

James Hardie will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, in accordance with its plans and policies.

The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.