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At the Sheffield Company, we bring clarity to work. In a very noisy world, we need simple and powerful ways to cut through the clutter. Our value proposition is to help professionals become more intentional communicators: People who think before talking and prepare before writing, always with a clear end in mind.
Our clients include Fortune 500 companies and a variety of U.S. Government departments, agencies, and military organizations that need to manage noise and improve clear thinking, simplify complex information, create clarity and consistency, and ensure effectiveness and efficiency in their communication. We help them build and sustain a culture of clarity.
Join us in shaping a world where brevity leads to breakthroughs. We can’t wait to see what you will bring to our dynamic team.
The BRIEF Lab: Open Positions
Executive Assistant (Fully Remote) - 3 to 5 Years of Experience
About The Sheffield Company
Sheffield Company LLC is a dynamic and innovative training company that values strategic thinking, excellence, collaboration, and communication. We are seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to join our team and provide crucial support to our senior leadership. If you are highly organized, detail-oriented, and a proactive problem solver, we invite you to apply and contribute to our continued success. Our company provides training in elite communication skills through its flagship business program, The BRIEF Lab. The company is privately held, headquartered in Southern Pines, NC and was founded in 2006.
Position Overview
As an Executive Assistant at Sheffield, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the
seamless operation of our founder and CEO. Your responsibilities will encompass managing
complex schedules, coordinating calendars, meetings, travel and handling various
administrative tasks. Your experience will be instrumental in maintaining efficient
communication and facilitating the achievement of strategic objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and maintain the executive’s professional and personal calendar, scheduling
appointments, virtual meetings, and conference calls across different time zones. - Coordinate and organize all logistics for virtual meetings, including preparing agendas,
distributing materials, and managing technical aspects. - Act as a central point of contact, filtering and prioritizing communication, emails, and messages for the executive to facilitate efficient decision-making.
- Assist in preparing reports, presentations, and documents, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.
- Handle travel arrangements, accommodation bookings, and itineraries for remote executive team members.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support projects, track action items, and ensure timely execution.
- Manage ad hoc projects as assigned.
- Organize team communications and plan events.
- Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with the utmost discretion.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
- 3 to 5 years of proven experience as an Executive Assistant, preferably in a remote work
environment. - Proficient in using virtual collaboration tools such as video conferencing (Zoom,
Microsoft Teams, etc.), project management (Asana), and communication platforms
(Slack, OneDrive, etc.). - Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build new relationships.
- Ability to conduct research and present data in a succinct and well-written manner.
- Tech-savvy and proficient in Windows products (Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint), and
adaptable to new technologies and software. - Demonstrated ability to work independently, proactively, and with professional discretion.
- High level of integrity and professionalism.
Why Sheffield?
- Join a forward-thinking organization that embraces remote work, hybrid teams and values work-life balance.
- Collaborate with a distributed team of professionals from around the country.
- Contribute to meaningful projects and make a real impact on the company’s growth.
- Access to professional development opportunities and career growth
How to Apply
To apply, EMAIL the following REQUIRED documents to [email protected]
Cover Letter – Introduce yourself, express interest, and include contact details.
Resume – Highlight relevant skills, experience, and education.
About Our Hiring Process
The Sheffield Company is an equal-opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. We comply with ADA
regulations and consider all applicants regardless of race, gender, age, disability, or other protected
classifications. If you need accommodations during the application process, please contact us.
Join us and help professionals cut through the noise with clarity and purpose!
