Executive Assistant to the President & CEO

Are you passionate about the arts and energized by the idea of working in a vibrant, fast-paced environment where your work truly matters? The Richmond Symphony invites you to become their next Executive Assistant to the President & CEO, a pivotal role at the heart of their mission to change lives through the power of music. Noted by CNN as the number one place to visit, Richmond is also a great place to live! According to CNN, “Richmond is No. 1 on the list thanks to rich arts, culture and history, plus a great food and beverage scene.” At the Richmond Symphony, you’ll join a passionate, creative team in a city celebrated for its rich arts and culture. They are committed to fostering a workplace built on mutual respect, empathy, transparency, trust, excellence, and fun. Here, your work will help create extraordinary experiences for our community, and your ideas and energy will be valued every day.

As the Executive Assistant, you will be the right hand to our President & CEO, helping to shape the Symphony’s future by ensuring every day runs smoothly and every interaction reflects our core values of Quality, Welcoming, Innovation, Inclusion, and Passion. You will manage a dynamic and ever-changing calendar, coordinate complex meetings, and serve as a welcoming liaison between the President & CEO and a wide range of stakeholders. Your days will include preparing and ghostwriting correspondence and presentations, conducting insightful research to ensure our leadership is fully prepared for every engagement, and planning and overseeing staff meetings in partnership with the President & CEO.

A key part of your role will be leading the coordination, scheduling, and oversight of all Board Meetings and Committee meetings of the Richmond Symphony Board of Directors and the Richmond Symphony Foundation Board of Trustees. You’ll handle everything from preparing and distributing materials to managing logistics, ensuring that our board members can focus on advancing the Symphony’s mission. You will also respond thoughtfully and promptly to a variety of requests, always maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality and professionalism.

This is a full-time position with an annual salary of $50,000. The Richmond Symphony offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, telemedicine, vision, disability and instrument insurances, a flexible spending or health savings account, flexible paid time off, sick leave, free parking, and a 403(b) plan.

Requirements

The ideal candidate is exceptionally organized, detail-oriented, and thrives on building positive relationships. 3-5 years of experience as an executive or administrative assistant would propel you towards success. You are a skilled communicator, able to engage with diverse audiences in a welcoming and inclusive manner. You are comfortable working independently, exercise sound judgment, and are motivated by a passion for excellence and innovation. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace is required, and you should be prepared to work onsite in downtown Richmond, with some added evenings and weekends during concerts, meetings, and events.

Application Instructions

All applications and communication are done online. Create an account, and you will be guided through the process. Please have your resume, cover letter, and two professional references ready to upload. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Any offer of employment is contingent upon a background check.