Job Description

The Crown Publishing Group, a division of Penguin Random House, seeks an experienced Executive Assistant to provide administrative support for three senior executives in the division’s Publishers’ office in mid-town Manhattan, New York. 

Specific responsibilities:   

• Provide administrative support related to  the day-to day functions of three executives, including managing schedules and calendars, coordinating meetings, scheduling occasional travel 
• Assist with budget tracking and expense reporting 
• Assist with preparation of presentations; conduct market research 
• Work across departments, including editorial, subsidiary rights, sales marketing, production, and Ad/Promo, on the creation and tracking of seasonal materials 
• Assist with internal and external meeting coordination, and the preparation of materials for meetings 
• Organize seasonal meetings, attend weekly editorial meetings and take minutes 
• Track submissions and acquisitions, awards, donations, and project expenses 
• Proactively identify and address any administrative or logistical needs to ensure smooth operations within the team 

Please apply if you meet the following qualifications:    

• 1 - 3 years previous administrative experience  
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills 
• Strong organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills 
• Ability to work as part of a larger team, as well as being self-motivated and able to work autonomously 
• Ability to maintain confidential information and exercise discretion 
• Detail oriented and able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously 
• Strong knowledge and understanding of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required along with experience working with databases 
• Willingness to work in-person in midtown Manhattan a minimum of 4 days per week 
• Interest in book publishing and media a plus 

The PRH office is located in New York, NY. This is a hybrid position requiring in-office presence four days per week at 1745 Broadway. 

The salary range for this position is $65,000 – $80,000. Candidates with transferable administrative skills and less experience providing senior-level administrative support will be eligible for a salary of $65,000 – $74,000. Candidates with proven experience managing complex, competing priorities, as well as at least five years of experience in a highly visible executive support role, will be eligible for a salary of $75,000 – $80,000. All positions are currently eligible for an annual profit award or bonus, subject to company results. 

Please apply by April 20th using our online application process, and include your resume, cover letter, and salary requirements. 

Penguin Random House job postings include a good faith compensation range for each open position. The salary range listed is specific to each particular open position and takes into account various factors including the specifics of the individual role, and candidate's relevant experience and qualifications.

Full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program. Our range of benefits include, but are not limited to, Medical/Prescription drug insurance, Dental, Vision, Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Pre-Tax and Roth 401(k), Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life/AD&D Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Student Loan Repayment Program, Educational Assistance & generous paid time off.

Penguin Random House is the leading adult and children's publishing house in North America, the United Kingdom and many other regions around the world. In publishing the best books in every genre and subject for all ages, we are committed to quality, excellence in execution, and innovation throughout the entire publishing process: editorial, design, marketing, publicity, sales, production, and distribution. Our vibrant and diverse international community of nearly 300 publishing brands and imprints include Ballantine Bantam Dell, Berkley, Clarkson Potter, Crown, DK, Doubleday, Dutton, Grosset & Dunlap, Little Golden Books, Knopf, Modern Library, Pantheon, Penguin Books, Penguin Press, Penguin Random House Audio, Penguin Young Readers, Portfolio, Puffin, Putnam, Random House, Random House Children's Books, Riverhead, Ten Speed Press, Viking, and Vintage, among others. More information can be found at < "">

Penguin Random House values the array of talents and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Company: Penguin Random House LLC

Country: United States of America 

State/Region: New York 

City: New York 

Postal Code: 10019 

Job ID: 278990

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Seasonal work, Flexible hours,

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