Executive Assistant - International President

Overview

When our square shaped burgers made their first sizzle on the scene more than 50 years ago, people knew our approach wasn’t like any other. Same goes for the way we support our employees. Our culture of openness, flexibility, and inclusiveness allows everybody to flourish in their own way. If you’re looking for a career where you can be part of the action as we continue to grow our iconic brand – We got you! The Executive Assistant - International President serves as the primary point of contact for internal and external constituencies on all matters pertaining to the International President. Anticipates the needs of and provides comprehensive administrative support of a highly confidential nature. Works independently; exercises initiative and judgement on a regular basis. Utilize technical and organizational skills, can perform at a high level as part of a dynamic team. Relieves the executive of the details by managing the day-to-day operations of the office keeping the workflow and appointments running smoothly. Serves as liaison to communicate manager’s instructions and coordinates actions with various individuals and departments. Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality of corporate information.

Responsibilities

• Manage a complex and dynamic calendar on behalf of the International President by identifying conflicts and applying adequate time management techniques for efficient workflow.
• Act as the International President's representative, both internally and externally. Proactively anticipate the needs of the executive and their leadership team.
• Independently initiate correspondence and actions by composing complex, detailed and sensitive materials including but not limited to creation of presentations and reports, company-wide communications and meeting agendas – all in collaboration with other departments.
• Coordinate substantial domestic and international travel for executive ensuring all details, including time zone considerations, are effectively orchestrated and efficiently communicated while managing expenditures.
• Manage visa and passport requirements for international travel, ensuring compliance with destination country regulations.
• Maintain flexibility and availability after hours to support International President across time zones and respond to urgent needs
• Manage and develop content for weekly/monthly/annual meetings as an active member of the C-Suite Executive Business Support Leadership team, as well as serve as the department ambassador.
• Expedite effective communications as the first point of contact for the International President in dealing with all levels of the organization; including but not limited to Board members, CEO’s office, franchisees, suppliers, and other associates.
• Administer department budget working closely with Finance partners. Recommend budget modifications to the International president as needed.

Minimum Wage

Maximum Wage

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelors Degree preferred
• Minimum 7 years of experience, including 5 years of experience with executive-level management.
• Confident interacting and communicating with high-level executives; experience preparing for Board-level meetings
• A high degree of professionalism, integrity and discretion, initiative, emotional maturity, excellent judgement, superior written and verbal communication skills.
• Show flexibility and problem solving abilities to adjust and reprioritize schedules.
• Be proactive; ability to think ahead and anticipate needs and requests of the International President.
• Demonstrate success managing multiple and diverse tasks/projects; strong attention to detail and outstanding follow-through.

Expected Work Location (In Office): It is expected that you will primarily perform work at the Wendy's Restaurant Support Center (RSC) (1 Dave Thomas Blvd, Dublin, OH 43017), or at other location(s) as designated by the Company. You are required to work in the office at least 4 days a week. Changes to work location arrangements are subject to managerial approval and business needs. #LI-Onsite 

Wendy’s was built on the premise, "Quality is our Recipe®," which remains the guidepost of the Wendy's system. Today, Wendy's and its franchisees employ hundreds of thousands of people across more than 7,000 restaurants worldwide with a vision of becoming the world's most thriving and beloved restaurant brand. 

The base pay range for this position is listed below. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and budget for the open position and also may vary depending on the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other relevant factors. This range does not include an estimated value for any benefits, bonus, or other incentives that may be applicable based on position. The target annual bonus for this role is 7.5% of annualized base salary, based on actual company and personal performance. 

Our square burgers make us different and so do our benefits! Our restaurant support roles are eligible for a wide array of benefits, including things such as parental leave, free EAP sessions, company 401k match and other great offerings. For more details about our benefits, including an overview of eligibility and terms for certain benefits, please visit our benefits website, www.wendysbenefits.com. 

NOTE: Wendy’s benefits, bonus, and other incentives are governed by the applicable legal plans and policies and, where appropriate, may be subject to Board approval an individual award agreement terms. Those documents supersede all other information regarding Wendy’s benefits, bonus, and other incentives. Wendy’s retains the right to amend or terminate its plans and policies at its sole discretion, in accordance with applicable plans, policies and laws.