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With highly specialized teams, industry-leading technologies and breakthrough creative, we help brands and businesses redefine reputation as a competitive advantage so they can lead today and into the future. When you work at Burson, you are part of a global community of lifelong learners who thrive at the edge of innovation.\nWPP (LSE/NYSE: WPP) is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company - powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com \nFor more information visit bursonglobal.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram.\nMore about the role:\nBurson is seeking an Executive Assistant to support one or two members of Burson Leadership Team in New York. This role serves as a trusted partner responsible for managing executive operations, coordinating priorities, and ensuring the smooth execution of activities across the Executive Office.\nThe Executive Assistant plays a critical role in maximizing leadership effectiveness by managing complex scheduling, travel, communications, meetings, and stakeholder interactions. Working closely with senior leaders and key stakeholders across Burson and WPP, this individual helps ensure executive time, attention, and resources are focused on the organization's highest priorities.\nSuccess in this role requires exceptional organizational skills, sound judgment, discretion, attention to detail, and the ability to navigate a fast-paced global environment while managing competing priorities with professionalism and confidence.\nWhat you'll do:\nExecutive Support & Calendar Management\nManage complex calendars and scheduling requirements for senior executives.\nPrioritize competing requests and help optimize executive time and availability.\nAnticipate scheduling conflicts and proactively identify solutions.\nCoordinate internal and external meetings across multiple time zones.\nEnsure executives are prepared for meetings through effective calendar and logistics management.\nTravel & Meeting Coordination\nCoordinate domestic and international travel arrangements and related logistics.\nManage itineraries, travel documentation, and expense reporting.\nOrganize executive meetings, board meetings, offsites, and executive events.\nPrepare agendas, meeting materials, and supporting documentation.\nTrack meeting actions and support follow-up activities as needed.\nExecutive Operations\nSupport day-to-day administrative activities for senior executive leaders.\nManage invoices, expense reports, purchase orders, and operational processes.\nMaintain accurate records, files, and organizational documentation.\nCoordinate with internal teams and external partners to support business needs.\nAssist with special projects and administrative initiatives as assigned.\nStakeholder Engagement & Office Coordination\nServe as a professional and responsive point of contact for stakeholders.\nBuild strong working relationships across Burson, WPP, and partners.\nSupport leadership communications and coordination efforts.\nPartner closely with leadership team members and key stakeholders to ensure alignment across executive priorities and activities.\nHelp maintain efficient operating rhythms across the Executive Office.\nExperience that contributes to success:\n10-15+ years of experience supporting senior executives in an Executive Assistant or related role.\nExperience supporting C-suite executives within a complex, fast-paced organization.\nExceptional organizational and time-management skills.\nStrong written and verbal communication skills.\nProven ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with discretion.\nStrong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.\nExperience coordinating complex travel, meetings, and executive logistics.\nProficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Teams, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.\nExperience working in a global, matrixed organization.\nHigh degree of professionalism, sound judgment, and executive presence.\n#LI-LE1\nBurson is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers. \nIndividual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package; click here for more details: https://mybenefits.wpp.com/public/welcome.\nThe base salary for this position at the time of this posting may range between:\n$85,000—$100,000 USD\nYou belong at Burson:\nOur vision is for Burson to be the leading ‘academy company’ for creative communications professionals and emerging leaders. We provide a dynamic environment where ambitious colleagues come to elevate their skills, expand their networks, and ultimately, produce the best solutions for today’s leading brands. Our commitment to your growth is reflected in our robust benefits and people programs, which include professional development opportunities, mentorship programs with industry leaders, a vibrant and inclusive company culture fostering collaboration and innovation and packages designed to reward and retain top talent. We invest in our people because we believe their success is our success.\nAt Burson, we’re an agency of learn-it-alls. We recognize that the things we do best, creativity and communications, require a level of nuanced understanding. That’s why it’s imperative for us to hire extraordinarily talented people of all backgrounds and identities. Without that we can’t do the essential work of inspiring bold ideas, fostering constructive dialogue, cultivating meaningful experiences, and driving innovation and creativity for our partners. Your unique point of view-your talent-is what makes you a #BursonPerson, and it’s how we deliver exceptional results for our clients, together.\nWe believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.\nWhen you click the \"Submit Application\" button below, this will send any information you add below to Burson. Before you do this, we think it's a good idea to read through our Recruitment Privacy Policy. California residents should read our California Recruitment Privacy Notice. 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