Executive Assistant II (ESPN)

Job Summary:

ESPN, Inc., The Worldwide Leader in Sports, is the leading multinational, multimedia sports entertainment company featuring the broadest portfolio of multimedia sports assets with over 50 business entities. The company’s mission is to serve sports fans. Anytime. Anywhere.

The Executive Assistant provides support to four business leaders, including the Executive Vice President of Sports News & Entertainment, Senior Vice President of Studio & Entertainment, and two Vice Presidents of Production. This role is based in Bristol, CT.

Responsibilities:

Provide day-to-day administrative support to 4 high-level executives, including, but not limited to, the following:

• Support the EVP, SVP, and two VPs by driving execution of tasks, solving complex problems, and supporting all executive administrative needs.
• Manage all aspects of daily office operations.
• Serve as liaison with other executive admins, IT, and Facilities.
• Assist in all administrative functions, including maintaining calendars, scheduling appointments, booking travel, handling expenses, preparing presentations, organizing events and meetings, and managing relationships with key people internally and externally.
• Coordinate complex travel arrangements and manage expense reporting for two high-profile ESPN on-air talents, ensuring seamless logistics and adherence to company policies.
• Handle all invoice processing for costs and liaise with Finance on any identified issues.
• Coordinate the administration, logistics, and workflow for the assigned executives; track and follow-up on key “to-do” items on behalf of the assigned executives.
• Maintain the highest standards of confidentiality and tact.
• Interact with a wide variety of high-level ESPN and external contacts on behalf of the executives.

Basic Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience as an executive assistant or other relevant administrative support experience.
• In-depth understanding of office management and daily operations.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex, high-volume travel arrangements for senior executives, including flights, accommodations, ground transportation, and last-minute changes.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize work effectively.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• High level of discretion and confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the media, sports, or entertainment industries.
• Experience preparing deck presentations is a plus.
• Familiarity with SAP or other financial software.
• Experience working in a corporate environment with senior executives.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude.