Executive Assistant-NBC Sports

Company Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Job Description

The Executive Assistant will provide high-level administrative and operational support to our Executive Producer & President of NBC Sports Production and our President of NBC Olympics within NBC Sports. This role requires exceptional judgment, discretion, attention to detail, and the ability to proactively manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate appointments across multiple internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate detailed domestic and international travel arrangements, including itineraries, accommodations, transportation, and related logistics.
• Prepare, submit, and reconcile expense reports accurately and in a timely manner.
• Plan and coordinate meetings, including preparing agendas and materials, attending meetings as needed, taking notes, and tracking follow-up items.
• Serve as a key point of coordination among internal departments, senior leaders, external partners, and other stakeholders.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with the highest level of discretion and care.
• Draft, edit, format, and proofread correspondence, documents, reports, and presentations.
• Prepare, collect, and organize content and presentation materials for executive and large-scale meetings.
• Conduct research, manage substantive follow-up, and support special projects, events, and departmental initiatives.
• Screen and manage a high volume of internal and external communications and inquiries.
• Maintain administrative processes, records, files, and office supplies as needed.
• Provide project and operational support across the organization as priorities evolve.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum one year of professional experience in an office environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex calendars, travel arrangements, meetings, and expense reporting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Desired Characteristics

• Experience supporting senior-level executives.
• Interest in sports, television production, media, or operations.
• Experience working in media, entertainment, television, or a similarly fast-paced environment.
• Proactive, resourceful self-starter who can anticipate needs and work independently.
• Strong judgment, follow-through, and problem-solving skills.
• Collaborative team player who builds effective working relationships across all levels of an organization.
• Ability to remain composed, professional, and solutions-oriented under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with high-level executives, employees, and external partners.
• Ability to establish and improve administrative procedures and workflows.
• Flexibility and responsiveness when business priorities or schedules change.

Additional Requirements

• This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $60,000 - $65,000  
• Hybrid: This position currently has a hybrid schedule, which requires contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time. 

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].