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INTRODUCTION
At Elanco (NYSE: ELAN) – it all starts with animals!
As a global leader in animal health, we are dedicated to innovation and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets. At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching Life and our purpose – all to Go Beyond for Animals, Customers, Society and Our People.
At Elanco, we pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We believe that diversity is the driving force behind innovation, creativity, and overall business success. Here, you’ll be part of a company that values and champions new ways of thinking, work with dynamic individuals, and acquire new skills and experiences that will propel your career to new heights.
Making animals’ lives better makes life better – join our team today!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Your Role: Sr. Executive Assistant
As a Sr. Executive Assistant, you will work in close partnership with the Executive Vice President of US Pet Health and Global Digital Transformation, providing critical, high-level administrative support to them and their leadership team. You will act as a central point of contact, ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of this dynamic function. Your ability to anticipate needs, manage complex priorities, and handle highly confidential information will be essential to advancing Elanco’s commercial growth and customer engagement.
Your Responsibilities:
- Provide advanced administrative partnership to the EVP, proactively managing a complex calendar, global travel arrangements, and expense reporting, while handling all correspondence with the highest level of confidentiality.
- Serves as central point of contact for EVP and PH leadership team, managing the flow of confidential information and acting as liaison between EVP’s office and internal/external stakeholders.
- Coordinate and manage logistics for a wide range of events (e.g., National Business Meeting), including venue setup, catering, and travel logistics.
- Act as a key resource for the broader leadership team by supporting recruiting and onboarding activities, preparing and/or refining documents and presentations, preparing meeting agendas and taking minutes, and anticipating and resolving complex administrative and operational problems.
- Actively engage with the administrative professional community and serve as coordinator for Administrative Assistants within US Pet Health. Facilitate open lines of communication, share best practices, and ensure seamless, coordinated support across the PH leadership teams, while collaborating with other EAs on Elanco Executive Committee (EEC) logistics and regional commercial events.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):
- Education: High School Diploma/GED with equivalent experience.
- Experience: A minimum of 6 years of experience in a senior or executive administrative role, preferably in a corporate setting.
- Skills: Strong organizational and communication skills; demonstrated ability to anticipate and solve complex operational problems and influence plans within a business area.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):
- Experience supporting senior leaders in a scientific, R&D, or other regulated environment.
- Expertise in Concur Travel and Expense Reporting and SAP.
- Proven ability to act as a change agent, recommending and implementing process improvements.
- High level of self-management with the ability to work autonomously and handle multiple competing priorities.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, particularly with complex presentations and data management.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Travel: 10%
- Location: Global Elanco Headquarters - Indianapolis, IN - Hybrid Work Environment
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrecognized groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Elanco we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you think you might be a good fit for a role but don't necessarily meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or other roles!
Elanco Benefits and Perks:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package focusing on financial, physical, and mental well-being while encouraging our employees to pursue our purpose! Some highlights include:
- Multiple relocation packages
- Two weeklong shutdowns (mid-summer and year-end) in the US (in addition to PTO)
- 8-week parental leave
- 9 Employee Resource Groups
- Annual bonus offering
- Flexible work arrangements
- Up to 6% 401K matching
Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending partly on company and individual performance). Additionally, Elanco offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees that includes a company-matching 401(k); vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities). Of course, the compensation is subject to change and could be higher or lower than the range described above. Elanco reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion, and Elanco’s compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Elanco employees.
Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
Elanco may use automated tools, including AI, to support parts of our recruitment process, such as reviewing applications against job-related criteria and/or transferrable skills. These tools help ensure a consistent, structured evaluation, but they do not make hiring decisions. All decisions involve a human reviewer. For more information on how we handle personal data, please see our Elanco Workforce Privacy Notice.
INTRODUCTION
At Elanco (NYSE: ELAN) – it all starts with animals!
As a global leader in animal health, we are dedicated to innovation and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets. At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching Life and our purpose – all to Go Beyond for Animals, Customers, Society and Our People.
At Elanco, we pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We believe that diversity is the driving force behind innovation, creativity, and overall business success. Here, you’ll be part of a company that values and champions new ways of thinking, work with dynamic individuals, and acquire new skills and experiences that will propel your career to new heights.
Making animals’ lives better makes life better – join our team today!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Your Role: Sr. Executive Assistant
As a Sr. Executive Assistant, you will work in close partnership with the Executive Vice President of US Pet Health and Global Digital Transformation, providing critical, high-level administrative support to them and their leadership team. You will act as a central point of contact, ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of this dynamic function. Your ability to anticipate needs, manage complex priorities, and handle highly confidential information will be essential to advancing Elanco’s commercial growth and customer engagement.
Your Responsibilities:
- Provide advanced administrative partnership to the EVP, proactively managing a complex calendar, global travel arrangements, and expense reporting, while handling all correspondence with the highest level of confidentiality.
- Serves as central point of contact for EVP and PH leadership team, managing the flow of confidential information and acting as liaison between EVP’s office and internal/external stakeholders.
- Coordinate and manage logistics for a wide range of events (e.g., National Business Meeting), including venue setup, catering, and travel logistics.
- Act as a key resource for the broader leadership team by supporting recruiting and onboarding activities, preparing and/or refining documents and presentations, preparing meeting agendas and taking minutes, and anticipating and resolving complex administrative and operational problems.
- Actively engage with the administrative professional community and serve as coordinator for Administrative Assistants within US Pet Health. Facilitate open lines of communication, share best practices, and ensure seamless, coordinated support across the PH leadership teams, while collaborating with other EAs on Elanco Executive Committee (EEC) logistics and regional commercial events.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):
- Education: High School Diploma/GED with equivalent experience.
- Experience: A minimum of 6 years of experience in a senior or executive administrative role, preferably in a corporate setting.
- Skills: Strong organizational and communication skills; demonstrated ability to anticipate and solve complex operational problems and influence plans within a business area.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):
- Experience supporting senior leaders in a scientific, R&D, or other regulated environment.
- Expertise in Concur Travel and Expense Reporting and SAP.
- Proven ability to act as a change agent, recommending and implementing process improvements.
- High level of self-management with the ability to work autonomously and handle multiple competing priorities.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, particularly with complex presentations and data management.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Travel: 10%
- Location: Global Elanco Headquarters - Indianapolis, IN - Hybrid Work Environment
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrecognized groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Elanco we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you think you might be a good fit for a role but don't necessarily meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or other roles!
Elanco Benefits and Perks:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package focusing on financial, physical, and mental well-being while encouraging our employees to pursue our purpose! Some highlights include:
- Multiple relocation packages
- Two weeklong shutdowns (mid-summer and year-end) in the US (in addition to PTO)
- 8-week parental leave
- 9 Employee Resource Groups
- Annual bonus offering
- Flexible work arrangements
- Up to 6% 401K matching
Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending partly on company and individual performance). Additionally, Elanco offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees that includes a company-matching 401(k); vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities). Of course, the compensation is subject to change and could be higher or lower than the range described above. Elanco reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion, and Elanco’s compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Elanco employees.
Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
Elanco may use automated tools, including AI, to support parts of our recruitment process, such as reviewing applications against job-related criteria and/or transferrable skills. These tools help ensure a consistent, structured evaluation, but they do not make hiring decisions. All decisions involve a human reviewer. For more information on how we handle personal data, please see our Elanco Workforce Privacy Notice.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Amazon354
- IDEA Public Schools308
- Walmart157
- Fidelity Investments55
- The Home Depot41
Top Industries Hiring
- Education514
- Retail290
- Technology & Software282
- Healthcare & Medical Services272
- Consulting & Professional Services195
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in executive assistant jobs.
- Five or more years of experience supporting C-suite or senior executive leaders
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Proven ability to manage complex domestic and international travel arrangements
- Experience handling confidential information with a high degree of discretion
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for executive-level correspondence
- Associate or bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field
Tips for Your Executive Assistant Job Search
Tailor your resume to the executive
Hiring managers want to know which level of executive you've supported, not just that you've held the title. Call out the specific scope: C-suite, VP, board members, or multi-executive teams. That context shapes every other line on your resume.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists executive assistant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Quantify the complexity you managed
Instead of listing tasks, show scale. How many calendars did you coordinate, how many countries did travel logistics cover, or how many stakeholders were in the meetings you arranged? Numbers make the scope of your support concrete and memorable to reviewers.
Target job postings by software stack
Many executive assistant roles require specific tools, from Microsoft 365 and Concur to Salesforce or Zoom. Search for openings that name the software your current employer uses. A direct skill match moves your application past initial filters faster than a generalist resume.
Prepare a priorities conflict scenario
Interviewers almost always ask how you handle competing urgent requests from multiple executives. Prepare a specific, real example that shows your decision-making process, not a hypothetical. Walk through who you communicated with, in what order, and what the outcome was.
Follow up with a process-focused thank you
After your interview, send a note that references one workflow or challenge discussed and briefly restates how you'd approach it. This reinforces your practical value and keeps you distinct from candidates who send a generic thank-you message.
Executive Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most executive assistants?
The companies hiring the most executive assistants right now include Amazon, IDEA Public Schools, and Walmart, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Financial services, healthcare systems, and large technology firms consistently post the highest volume of executive assistant roles.
How many executive assistant jobs are remote?
About 14% of executive assistant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting how closely tied the role is to in-person executive access. Roles focused on project coordination, travel booking, and written communications are more likely to allow remote or hybrid schedules than those involving physical office management or in-person scheduling.
How do you become an executive assistant?
Start by building administrative experience in an office environment, supporting managers or department teams. Develop strong proficiency in calendar management, travel coordination, and business communication software. Move into roles that support directors or VPs, then use that experience to apply for C-suite-level positions. Employers weigh demonstrated discretion and reliability as heavily as technical skills.
Can you get hired as an executive assistant with little experience?
Yes, entry points exist through administrative assistant, office coordinator, or executive assistant coordinator roles that support lower-level managers. Focus your application on transferable skills: inbox management, scheduling across time zones, meeting preparation, and handling sensitive information. Temp or contract placements are a reliable way to build direct executive-facing experience that opens doors to senior roles.
What does the executive assistant interview process look like?
Most hiring processes begin with a recruiter or HR phone screen, followed by a structured interview with the executive you'd support and often their chief of staff or HR business partner. Expect scenario-based questions about prioritization, confidentiality, and communication under pressure. Some employers include a written exercise or calendar-management task to assess your organizational judgment before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to executive assistant jobs?
You can find and apply to executive assistant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and target industry, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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