Who are we looking for?
Choice Hotels, one of the world’s largest lodging franchisors, has an exciting new opportunity as our Executive Administrative Assistant to SVP in the Enterprise Operations & Technology Department. As a key member of our Enterprise Operations & Technology Department, you will have an inside view into one of the largest hotel companies in the world.
Are you a highly organized individual, able to manage responsibilities and requests from multiple people at the same time? We invite you to apply today for our Executive Administrative Assistant to SVP role today and #MakeItYourChoice.
Your Responsibilities
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Manage calendars and schedule meetings for executives
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Coordinates room and location information
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Distributes any information needed prior to events
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Assists with any catering needs including ordering meals and communicating with vendors: comfortable reviewing pricing options and negotiating with vendors when appropriate.
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Plans and coordinates travel for executives
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Provides support in preparing presentations, utilizing Microsoft Suite
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Additional general administrative duties, to include invoice processing, ordering office supplies, filling out expense reports, ect.
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Handles confidential information carefully
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Manage timelines and deliverables effectively
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Acts as a gatekeeper for executive calendars
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Works collaboratively as a strong relationship builder
Your Experience, Skills & Competencies
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High School diploma required, Bachelor's degree in related field preferred or equivalent experience
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3-5 years’ experience in performing Administrative Assistant responsibilities; prior experience supporting executive strongly preferred
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Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Word
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Excellent verbal, written, and listening communication required
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Detail orientation mindset, with strong organizational skills
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Demonstrates key competencies to include: Situational Adaptability, Customer Focus, and Collaborates
Your Team
This is an individual contributor role that will report to the Senior Vice President, Enterprise Operations & Technology – but you will also support and work closely with other department executives. Additionally, you will collaborate with cross functional departments on a regular basis.
Your Work Location
As our Executive Administrative Assistant to SVP, you will be based in our beautiful, state-of-the-art worldwide corporate headquarters in Rockville, Maryland. Less than 15 miles from Washington, DC, we’re located directly across from the Rockville Metro station, with service on the Red Line and the MARC Brunswick line, easy access to I-270, and plenty of free parking provided by Choice Hotels.
Right now, our associates in Rockville, MD are working in a hybrid environment, up to 4 days per week in the office and virtual from your home office the remaining days. We provide flexibility and encourage ongoing communication with your leadership to establish expectations about your unique needs.
About Choice
Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) is one of the largest lodging franchisors in the world. With nearly 7,500 hotels, representing nearly 630,000 rooms, in 46 countries and territories as of September 30, 2022, the Choice® family of hotel brands provides business and leisure travelers with a range of high-quality lodging options from limited service to full-service hotels in the upper upscale, upper mid-scale, midscale, extended-stay, and economy segments. The award-winning Choice Privileges® loyalty program offers members a faster way to rewards, with personalized benefits starting on day one. For more information, visit www.choicehotels.com.
At our worldwide corporate headquarters in Rockville, MD and St. Louis Park, MN as well as our technology center in Scottsdale, AZ, and through our associates around the globe, we keep Choice hotels thriving by serving as a champion for our franchisees and providing cutting-edge technology.
About Choice Hotels Financial Performance
Total revenues reached a company record of $1.4 billion for full-year 2022, a 31% increase compared to the same period of 2021. For full-year 2022, Radisson Hotels Americas contributed $104.2 million in total revenues.
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to review our 2022 fourth quarter and full-year results.
*** This role is not eligible for sponsorship ***
Ability to model Choice’s Cultural Values: Welcome and Respect Everyone, Be Bold, Be Quick, Listen, Be Curious and Show Integrity.