We help customers navigate the complex transition to a decarbonized and more sustainable energy future. We do this by assuring that energy systems work safely and effectively, using solutions that are increasingly digital. We also help industries and governments to navigate the many complex, interrelated transitions taking place globally and regionally, in the energy industry. Are you an experienced executive assistant, chief of staff, or admin looking to increase your strategic engagement?
Do you excel at identifying and mitigating roadblocks?
Are you ready to take on the challenge of streamlining commitments and enhancing interactions between executives?
Do you desire a seat at the table to directly influence other executives and play a key role in strategic decision-making?
Would you like to work for a company that invests in innovation, is foundation-owned, and prioritizes a culture of health, safety and the environment?
DNV's Energy Systems group seeks an experienced Executive Administrator-Commercial Team for our North American Commercial team. The successful candidate will report to the Chief Commercial Officer and provide support for a 12-person senior commercial team who in turn support over 1,200 staff in North America.
The successful candidate will be responsible not only for administrative logistics but also for helping execute critical and strategic activities on behalf of the Chief Commercial Officer. This will require working with and across numerous teams locally and globally while embracing critical thinking and independent decision-making skills. Assignments from leaderships may require the successful candidate to flesh out approaches and define expected outcomes.
Other activities may include, providing or facilitating administrative support to senior commercial team, collaboration with leadership to identify, develop, and implement high-impact improvements, serve as liaison to executive and office administrators across North America, and support leadership in developing appropriate reporting and communication activities. We are looking for someone who can handle the day-to-day, while helping the team improve operations through strategic initiatives.
This role is based at our DNV office in Arlington, VA, presenting a dynamic hybrid schedule where employees will typically spend three (3) days per week working from either a DNV office or client location/site. Further details regarding role-specific requirements will be shared during the interview process.
What You'll Do
This is a dynamic role, this position includes a mix of administrative, project delivery, and client facing activities.
Project leadership
Operating with a teamwork mentality that encourages building and maintaining interpersonal relationships, and collaborating with team members to share knowledge and best practices
Event Logistics
Administrative Activities
Overseeing project planning and execution for internally focused strategic initiatives or improvements, including developing plans, leading and guiding project teams and ensuring effective delivery throughout the project lifecycle
Leading and supporting logistics for executive-level internal and external events
Providing superb support in-person or remotely for events throughout the year
Setting and managing schedules and calendars for Chief Commercial Officer
Preparing and/or editing documents, such as expense reports, memos, and event plans
Creating spreadsheets, managing data, and preparing presentations
Negotiating with vendors
Generous paid time off (vacation, sick days, company holidays, personal days)
Multiple Medical and Dental benefit plans to choose from, Vision benefits
Spending accounts - FSA, Dependent Care, Commuter Benefits, company-seeded HSA
Employer-paid, therapist-led, virtual care services through Talkspace
401(k) with company match
Company provided life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability benefits
Education reimbursement program
Flexible work schedule with hybrid opportunities
Charitable Matched Giving and Volunteer Rewards through our Impact Program
Volunteer time off (VTO) paid by the company
Career advancement opportunities
** Benefits vary based on position, tenure, location, and employee election**
DNV is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. DNV is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. US applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact the North America Recruitment Department (hrrecruitment.northamerica@dnv.com). Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
Bachelor's degree in business administration, communication, or a related field. Equivalent professional experience accepted
Minimum seven (7) years of work experience in the areas described
Minimum three (3) years of work experience in a consulting or legal firm
Willingness to undertake new and challenging activities
Ability to think creatively to find a solution to a problem
An interest in using data and research to tell a story
Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team and have a positive, team-oriented attitude and professional demeanor
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills; comfortable communicating with team members with different cultural backgrounds and experience
Proven ability to manage clients, staff, and tasks to quality, budget, and deadline targets
Accustomed to multi-tasking and working under tight deadlines in a dynamic environment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)
We conduct pre-employment drug and background screening
What Is Preferred
Experience working in similar roles in a consulting or law firm environment
Experience with Salesforce or other customer relationship management systems
Experience with Power BI
Experience working with brand management or communication teams
Project management certification
*Immigration-related employment benefits, for example visa sponsorship, are not available for this position*