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About TEGNA
TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news.
Join TEGNA's team as a strategic Executive Assistant supporting C-level company executives. In this dynamic role, you'll manage complex administrative operations, drive executive effectiveness, and handle confidential matters with discretion while thriving in a fast-paced media environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as primary liaison between executives and stakeholders, coordinating high-level meetings and managing critical communications
- Spearhead executive projects, including formal communications, presentations, and meeting materials
- Proactively anticipate leadership needs and ensure timely delivery of key initiatives
- Manage comprehensive executive support including calendar, travel logistics, expense reports, and incoming communications
- Function independently, exercising judgment on time-sensitive matters
- Provide backup support to other Executive Assistants as needed
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree (or equivalent combination of education and experience) with 5+ years of executive-level administrative experience
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Outstanding organizational abilities with proven success managing multiple competing priorities
- Advanced MS Office proficiency, particularly in Excel and PowerPoint, with aptitude for new technologies
- Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to work independently
- Results-driven mindset with unwavering commitment to excellence
- Proven ability to maintain strict confidentiality and exercise professional judgment
The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, anticipate needs proactively, and consistently deliver outstanding results while maintaining composure under pressure.
Benefits
TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. Benefits include medical plans, dental and vision coverage, fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance, disability and life insurance, a 401(k) with company matching, and generous paid time off. All employees and eligible family members receive virtual care services and mental health support. Some positions may be covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
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TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, disability, medical condition, education status, political affiliation, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law. We will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. If you need an accommodation to submit your application, please email askhr@tegna.com.
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