Executive Assistant to Vice President, Corporate Affairs
Please Note: There will be an in-office presence expectation at 241 Ralph McGill Blvd, Atlanta, GA four (4) days per week and/or as additionally required.
** Prior to applying, please make sure you read this job description below carefully. — You will need a minimum of five (5) years of experience supporting senior executives in a corporate environment in order to be considered for any potential next steps in the interview process.
JOB SUMMARY
The Executive Assistant serves as a trusted partner to the Vice President of Corporate Affairs and plays a critical role in supporting the effective operation of the Corporate Affairs organization. This position requires exceptional judgment, discretion, organizational skills, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, highly visible environment.
The successful candidate will proactively manage executive priorities, anticipate needs, coordinate critical business activities, and ensure seamless execution of day-to-day operations. This role works closely with executive offices across Southern Company and Georgia Power, supporting interactions with senior leaders, employees, customers, community stakeholders, industry organizations, and external partners.
This position routinely handles highly confidential and sensitive information and must maintain the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and discretion.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Minimum of five years of experience supporting senior executives in a corporate environment
- Demonstrated ability to anticipate executive needs and proactively address issues before they arise
- Experience managing complex executive calendars, competing priorities, and rapidly changing schedules with minimal direction
- Proven ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and maintain strict confidentiality
- Experience coordinating domestic and international travel, executive meetings, expense reporting, and administrative operations
- Ability to professionally represent the Office of the Vice President of Corporate Affairs in interactions with executives, employees, customers, community leaders, government officials, industry organizations, and external partners
- Strong executive presence and ability to build productive relationships across all levels of the organization
- Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet demanding deadlines
- Experience preparing executive briefing materials, presentations, agendas, meeting summaries, and correspondence
- Strong attention to detail, proofreading, and document quality review skills
- Experience planning and coordinating executive-level meetings, leadership events, town halls, stakeholder engagements, and special projects
- Ability to manage expense accounts and demonstrate financial stewardship and budget awareness
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams
- Resourceful, proactive, and able to adapt quickly to changing priorities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Adobe applications
- Technology savvy with experience supporting virtual meetings, video conferencing, and executive meeting logistics
- Ability to maintain a strong sense of urgency while delivering exceptional service and support
Behavioral Attributes
- Highest standards of integrity and confidentiality
- Sound judgment and professionalism
- Proactive mindset with strong initiative
- Positive, solutions-oriented approach
- Adaptability and flexibility in a dynamic environment
- Strong customer and stakeholder focus
- Collaborative team player
- Executive presence and maturity
- Strong work ethic and commitment to excellence
- Authenticity, candor, and accountability
- Safety-focused attitude in all aspects of work
Georgia Power is the largest electric subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), America's premier energy company. Value, Reliability, Customer Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the Company's promise to 2.6 million customers in all but four of Georgia's 159 counties. Committed to delivering clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy at rates below the national average, Georgia Power maintains a diverse, innovative generation mix that includes nuclear, coal and natural gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric and wind. Georgia Power focuses on delivering world-class service to its customers every day and the Company is recognized by J.D. Power and Associates as an industry leader in customer satisfaction. For more information, visit www.GeogiaPower.com and connect with the Company on Facebook (Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/GeorgiaPower) and Instagram (Instagram.com/ga_power).
Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million 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 solutions provider 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 customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas 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 has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. 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 benefits 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: 19611
Job Category: Administrative & Clerical
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Georgia Power
