Executive Administrative Assistant

Executive Administrative Assistant

Labcorp is seeking an Executive Administrative Assistant to serve as a strategic partner to our SVP of Marketing.

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Responsibilities:

Executive Support

• Serve as a trusted partner to the SVP Marketing, managing complex calendar scheduling, prioritization of meetings, and coordination across internal and external stakeholders

• Master complex calendar orchestration across multiple time zones, competing priorities, and diverse stakeholder groups, applying strategic judgment to optimize the SVP’s time and impact

• Act as a gatekeeper for the SVP, exercising discretion and judgment in managing requests, communications, and deadlines

• Prepare briefing materials, agendas, presentations, and follow-up notes for executive meetings, board interactions, and key marketing forums

• Draft and edit correspondence, announcements, and internal communications on behalf of the SVP

Business & Operational Coordination

• Drive operational cadence for the Marketing leadership team, including weekly rhythms, quarterly planning sessions, team offsites, and annual strategic reviews

• Implement and maintain systems that bring rigor to marketing operations—tracking initiatives, managing deliverables, monitoring dependencies, and ensuring accountability across the team

Stakeholder Management & Coordination

• Build and maintain strong partnerships with Executive Assistants, Chiefs of Staff, and administrative partners across the organization to ensure seamless coordination

• Act as liaison between Marketing leadership and other functions, facilitating communication and alignment on shared priorities

• Coordinate with external stakeholders including agencies, partners, analysts, and press/media as needed

• Manage relationships with key vendors and service providers, ensuring quality delivery and contract compliance

• Assist with budget tracking, invoice processing, vendor coordination, and other operational tasks as needed

Travel & Logistics

• Orchestrate complex domestic and international travel, optimizing for time efficiency, cost effectiveness, and executive productivity

• Manage end-to-end logistics including flights, ground transportation, accommodations, visas, security protocols, and detailed itineraries

• Handle expense reporting and reconciliation with meticulous attention to detail and policy compliance

• Ensure flawless execution of in-person meetings, virtual events, conferences, and executive offsites

• Travel occasionally to provide on-site support for critical meetings and marketing events

Discretion & Executive Presence

• Handle highly confidential and sensitive information with absolute integrity and sound judgment

• Represent the SVP and Marketing organization with polish, professionalism, and a service-excellence mindset

• Exercise authority and influence appropriately on behalf of the SVP while building trust and credibility across the organization

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school degree.

• 7 or more years of experience as an Executive Assistant, Administrative Business Partner, or Chief of Staff supporting VP-level or C-suite executives.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree.

• Current or former Labcorp experience.

Additional Job Standards:

• Proven expertise managing highly complex, fast-paced calendars with competing demands and constant change

• Exceptional communication skills—you write clearly, edit expertly, and communicate with executive presence

• Operational rigor—you build systems, track details, anticipate problems, and drive follow-through

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft 365 suite (Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, Word, Excel) and modern collaboration tools

• Demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment, problem-solve proactively, and manage ambiguity

• Uncompromising attention to detail paired with big-picture strategic thinking

• Experience supporting executives in Marketing, Communications, Digital or other high-visibility, cross-functional roles

• Background in fast-growth, matrixed, or global organizations

• Familiarity with AI-powered productivity tools and marketing technology platforms

• Experience implementing process improvements that measurably increased team effectiveness

• Track record of influencing outcomes and building strong relationships across organizational boundaries

Key Competencies

Strategic Partnership

• Think three steps ahead—anticipate needs before they’re spoken

• Translate strategy into operational execution

Executive Presence & Emotional Intelligence

• Command respect and credibility across all levels of the organization

• Read the room, adapt your approach, and navigate complex interpersonal dynamics

Communication Excellence

• Write and speak with clarity, precision, and polish

• Represent leadership authentically and effectively

Operational Excellence & Systems Thinking

• Design and implement processes that scale

• Optimize for efficiency without sacrificing quality

• See patterns, identify bottlenecks, and solve systemic problems

Influence Without Authority

• Build coalitions and drive alignment across teams

• Navigate organizational complexity with diplomacy and persistence

Why This Role Matters

This role is more than administrative—it is a trusted partnership that enables the SVP of Marketing to focus on strategic priorities, leadership, and impact. The Executive Administrative Assistant plays a vital role in shaping how the function operates and connects across the enterprise.

Applicants will follow a hybrid schedule that includes a minimum of three in-office days per week at the Burlington, NC or Durham, NC location, supporting both collaboration and flexibility.

Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan. Employees who are regularly scheduled to work a 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO. For more detailed information, please click here. 

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Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law. 

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