Executive Assistant

Company Description

VERSANT is a leading force in news, sports and entertainment - home to iconic and trusted brands that inspire, inform, and delight audiences. Our unique combination of content, technology and services enriches the cultural fabric, igniting passions, sparking conversations, and connecting people to what they love most.

As an independent, publicly traded company, VERSANT brings together powerhouse cable networks - including USA Network, CNBC, MS NOW (formerly MSNBC), Oxygen, E!, SYFY, and Golf Channel - with dynamic digital and direct-to-consumer brands such as Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. Together, these businesses reflect our commitment to delivering exceptional experiences across every screen and service.

VERSANT is an industry-changing media company fueled by innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit. With a strong foundation and a forward-looking vision, VERSANT empowers creativity, embraces change, and drives connection in an ever-evolving world.

Job Description

• Provide support, organize, manage daily workflow, appointments, contacts, correspondence, incoming and returning phone call lists and assist with daily priorities while maintaining constant open communication.
• Anticipate all needs and conflicts and work with EVP, Growth & Partnerships and SVP & Sr. EP, CNBC Events and Councils to resolve.
• Protect confidential information and material while interacting with executives, talent, agents, and business associates of all levels internally and externally.
• Extensive calendar management while coordinating detailed logistics.
• Arrange all domestic and international travel.
• Corporate and personal event planning and coordination – making reservations and able to get reservations in tough venues
• Preparation and submittal of all expense reporting
• Approval/processing of all expense reports for travel.
• Car service reservations.
• Transportation for visitors and guests when necessary.
• Organize meetings, order food, order drinks, reserve conference rooms, etc.
• Help resolve all expense challenges encountered by employees.
• Work with HR, IT, telecom, facilities and any other O&T department on all aspects for a smooth transition for new hires on teams.
• Work with HR, IT, telecom, facilities, space planning and O&T on all aspects for a smooth transition for any moves for teams.

What we’ll offer:

At CNBC Headquarters in Englewood Cliffs, NJ, you’ll have access to great perks and amenities: 

• Sweat it out -- Free onsite fitness center with state-of-the-art equipment, plus daily group classes 
• Eat up -- Gourmet cafeteria with daily specials plus soup and salad bars 
• Extras --Don’t have a car? No problem! We offer free shuttle transportation to and from multiple locations in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Hoboken and Jersey City 

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. Salary range: $70,000-$100,000

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum 5 years of experience in news production and/or executive-level administrative support.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with social media platforms.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with the utmost professionalism.
• Self-starter with excellent organizational skills and a strong attention to detail.
• Exceptional time management skills; able to balance multiple projects in a high-pressure, deadline-driven environment.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, or overtime as needed—especially during breaking news events.

 Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a fast-paced media or production environment.
• Strong sense of discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive materials.
• Proactive mindset with the ability to analyze information and anticipate needs.
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Familiarity with News programming and on-air talent.

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with a VERSANT Media employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. VERSANT Media'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 candidateaccessibility@versantmedia.com.

VERSANT Media is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. We include a good faith pay range for each position to comply with applicable state and local pay transparency laws and to promote equity across our organization. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and location and may include additional forms of compensation and benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, etc.

VERSANT Media is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at VERSANT via-email, the Internet, or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from VERSANT's Talent Acquisition team will be deemed the sole property of VERSANT. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by VERSANT as a result of the referral or through other means.