Executive Assistant to Chief Executive Officer

At Kia, we’re creating award-winning products and redefining what value means in the automotive industry. It takes a special group of individuals to do what we do, and we do it together. Our culture is fast-paced, collaborative, and innovative. Our people thrive on thinking differently and challenging the status quo. We are creating something special here, a culture of learning and opportunity, where you can help Kia achieve big things and most importantly, feel passionate and connected to your work every day.

Kia provides team members with competitive benefits including premium paid medical, dental and vision coverage for you and your dependents, 401(k) plan to match of 100% up to 6% of the salary deferral, and paid time off. Kia also offers company lease and purchase programs, company-wide holiday shutdown, paid volunteer hours, and premium lifestyle amenities at our corporate campus in Irvine, California.

Status

Nonexempt

General Summary

This position will require you to be onsite, 5-days a week, at our headquarters in Irvine, CA. Manages and provides detailed administrative support to the President and CEO in support of Executive Office operations. Serve as a liaison between Executive Office and internal executive staff. Perform all duties with the utmost discretion and confidentiality. Authorized to make most day-to-day decisions required by the position independently and without further approvals.

The contract will be from October 2025 - March 2026.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1st Priority - 60%

Manages and performs detailed administrative duties regarding all aspects of the work required in support of the position, including maintaining and coordinating travel schedules, meetings and daily schedules, work with Kia Headquarters (Kia HQ) assigned executive coordinators as required, act as liaison between the President and CEO and executive staff on various administrative matters, maintain confidential filing system, develop tracking reports to monitor assigned projects, process all expense reports, serve as a liaison between Kia HQ, Kia North America (Kia NA) and Kia America (KUS) on various administrative matters. Authorized to make most day-to-day decisions required by the position independently and without further approvals.

2nd Priority - 35%

Perform various ad hoc duties as assigned by the President and CEO which may include, but not limited to, leading and coordinating various dignitary visits (including developing plans and logistical arrangements using professional judgment and discretion), preparing communications to external customers/entities with minimal to no direction, coordinating executive dinners, including al logistical arrangements and assisting other internal Kia NA and KUS offices with various Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives when time permits.

3rd Priority - 5%

Track executive budget and work with Finance on budgetary issues, using professional judgment and discretion in resolving issues.

Qualifications/Education

Education:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required.

Job Requirement

Overall Related Experience:

• Minimum 2-3 years of EA/administration management experience in a corporate environment.
• Bilingual in English/Korean is required

Specialized Skills and Knowledge Required:

• Excellent communication skills required (written and oral).
• Knowledge of project planning preferred.
• Proficient in MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Practical administrative skills.
• Ability to multi-task, juggle competing demands, prioritize and work with other team members at all levels within the company, especially executive levels.
• Ability to maintain the utmost confidentiality on all matters with the Executive Office.

Competencies

• Care for People
• Chase Excellence Every Day
• Dare to Push Boundaries
• Empower People to Act
• Move Further Together

Pay Range

$38 - $43/hour

Pay will be based on several variables that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to, job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, etc.

Benefits

• On-site café with diverse catering options
• On-site Kia Gym including free scheduled wellness classes (e.g., strength training, pilates, yoga)
• Quiet rooms for focus and relaxation
• Fun company events with free goodies

Equal Employment Opportunities

KUS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, including pregnancy and childbirth and related medical conditions, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, legally protected physical disability or mental disability, legally protected medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, protected veteran or military status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. KUS complies with applicable law governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which KUS has offices. The KUS EEO policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment.

Disclaimer: The above information on this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification and for this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.