Executive Assistant

Southern Company is a leading producer of clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy, and we approach each day as a vital step in building the future of energy. At Southern Company we are always looking ahead, and our innovations in the industry—from new nuclear to deployment of electric transportation and renewables —help brighten the lives and businesses of millions of customers nationwide.

This position provides executive support for the Chief Accounting Officer. The Executive Assistant position requires someone who has extensive experience in the administrative field supporting an officer in a corporate environment. This position requires the candidate to have exceptional organizational and decision-making skills, be detailed focused, be a self-starter with the ability and desire to work through changing priorities with minimal supervision and have an exceptional working knowledge of computer applications and administrative best practices. This position works very close with executive offices across the Southern Company footprint to manage calendar and travel arrangements. This position views and hears significant amounts of confidential information and must be able to maintain that confidentiality.

This position is based at the Georgia Power Headquarters at 241 Ralph McGill Boulevard in Atlanta. The position is considered hybrid with in-office expectations that average 2 to 3 days per week.

Education/Experience

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• High School diploma or equivalent; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Corporate Executive Assistant experience required

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• 5+ years or more extensive experience providing administrative support at the executive and/or senior director level preferred.
• Experience managing confidential information
• Experience with timekeeping, expense reporting, arranging travel, and coordinating meetings
• Experience managing an executive-level calendar and incoming inquiries with minimal direction
• Demonstrated experience taking initiative and being a self-starter in day-to-day responsibilities
• Ability to professionally represent the office of the Chief Accounting Officer, including professional interactions with other executives, managers, peers, department employees, external organizations and vendors
• Exceptional organizational skills with ability to prioritize, multi-task and proactively prepare for upcoming meetings and event
• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office products
• Exceptional organizational skills with ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Exceptional communication & listening skills, while demonstrating a high level of attention to detail
• Ability to build & maintain relationships with administrative staff
• Ability to make decisions and anticipate next steps
• Knowledge of SOX compliance and retention schedules
• Candidate must possess a strong attention to details, maintain a sense of urgency and be service oriented

Behavioral Attributes

• Committed, “can do” attitude
• Candid, transparent
• Persistent, Positive
• Flexible (i.e. able to adapt to changing priorities)
• Team Player
• Customer Focus, tendency toward action
• Embody Our Values – safety first, intentional inclusion, act with integrity and superior performance
• Must perform daily with a safety-focused attitude and commitment to zero accidents or injuries

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company with national capabilities, a fiber optics network, and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, we are taking action to meet our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .

Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and bene?ts will also be provided during the hiring process.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant’s qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Identification: 9831

Job Category: Administrative & Clerical

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Southern Company Services