Executive Assistant (VIRTUAL, TX, US, 00000)
TypeFull-time job
LocationUnited States
Posted1 hour ago
Welcome to the intersection of energy and home services. At NRG, we’re all about propelling the next generation of leaders forward. We are driven by our passion to create a smarter, cleaner and more connected future. We deliver innovative solutions that make our customers’ lives easier—helping them power, protect, and intelligently manage their homes and businesses. To do this, we need creative and talented people to join our company.
We offer a dynamic work environment and a unified and inclusive culture. NRG fosters a strong sense of belonging that leads to better collaboration and business performance. Our company programs are designed to help employees develop the skills they need for success now and in the future. In everything we do, we aim to champion our employees and bring value to our customers, investors and society.
More information is available at www.nrg.com. Connect with NRG on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and X.
Job Summary
The Executive Assistant provides high-level administrative and operational support to the VP of Market Development, Central & West Region. This role is responsible for managing priorities, coordinating complex schedules and meetings, preparing materials, and ensuring effective follow-through across key activities and stakeholders.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities. This individual will serve as a trusted partner to the VP, helping create structure, anticipate needs, and ensure day-to-day activities run efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
Executive Support
Manage a complex calendar, including scheduling, prioritization, and coordination of meetings and commitments
Anticipate scheduling conflicts and proactively adjust priorities as needed
Coordinate travel arrangements, itineraries, and related logistics
Prepare meeting agendas, briefing materials, presentations, and other supporting documents
Track key decisions, commitments, and action items to ensure timely follow-through
Manage and prioritize incoming requests, communications, and other demands on the VP’s time
Handle sensitive and confidential information with a high level of discretion and professionalism
Meeting & Stakeholder Coordination
Coordinate internal and external meetings involving senior leaders and key stakeholders
Support meeting preparation by gathering materials, consolidating information, and ensuring the VP is prepared for key discussions
Communicate with internal and external stakeholders on behalf of the VP as appropriate
Serve as a central point of coordination across teams to help maintain alignment on priorities, meetings, and deliverables
Build strong working relationships across the organization to facilitate effective communication and coordination
Operational & Administrative Support
Maintain organizational tools, trackers, files, and other documentation to support the VP and broader team
Assist with expense reporting, purchasing, budget tracking, and other administrative processes as needed
Support planning and coordination of team meetings, leadership sessions, events, and other business activities
Identify opportunities to improve administrative processes and overall efficiency
Provide support for special projects and other business priorities as needed
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
8+ years of executive administrative or related professional experience
Experience supporting senior leaders in a complex, fast-paced organization
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Teams
Demonstrated experience managing multiple priorities and coordinating across stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting VP-level or senior executives
Experience working within a large, matrixed organization
Experience coordinating complex calendars, executive travel, meetings, and events
Experience preparing executive-level presentations, reports, and meeting materials
Familiarity with the energy industry or other complex business environments
Key Skills
Exceptional organizational and time-management skills
Strong judgment and ability to anticipate executive needs
Ability to manage competing priorities with a high degree of independence
Strong written and verbal communication skills
High attention to detail and consistent follow-through
Strong interpersonal and stakeholder-management skills
Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced and evolving environment
Sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism when handling confidential or sensitive information
NRG Energy is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. To the extent permitted by law and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, employees are subject to periodic random drug testing, and post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing. EOE AA M/F/Protected Veteran Status/Disability. Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.
EEO is the Law Poster (The poster can be found at
Official description on file with Talent.
We support the use of AI tools to help you prepare for your interview (e.g., practicing responses, researching the role, or refining your resume). However, during interviews and assessments, we expect responses to reflect your own thinking, experience, and communication. Use of AI to generate or read answers in real time, complete assessments, or misrepresent your qualifications is not permitted and may impact your candidacy.
Originally posted on Himalayas
We offer a dynamic work environment and a unified and inclusive culture. NRG fosters a strong sense of belonging that leads to better collaboration and business performance. Our company programs are designed to help employees develop the skills they need for success now and in the future. In everything we do, we aim to champion our employees and bring value to our customers, investors and society.
More information is available at www.nrg.com. Connect with NRG on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and X.
Job Summary
The Executive Assistant provides high-level administrative and operational support to the VP of Market Development, Central & West Region. This role is responsible for managing priorities, coordinating complex schedules and meetings, preparing materials, and ensuring effective follow-through across key activities and stakeholders.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities. This individual will serve as a trusted partner to the VP, helping create structure, anticipate needs, and ensure day-to-day activities run efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
Executive Support
Manage a complex calendar, including scheduling, prioritization, and coordination of meetings and commitments
Anticipate scheduling conflicts and proactively adjust priorities as needed
Coordinate travel arrangements, itineraries, and related logistics
Prepare meeting agendas, briefing materials, presentations, and other supporting documents
Track key decisions, commitments, and action items to ensure timely follow-through
Manage and prioritize incoming requests, communications, and other demands on the VP’s time
Handle sensitive and confidential information with a high level of discretion and professionalism
Meeting & Stakeholder Coordination
Coordinate internal and external meetings involving senior leaders and key stakeholders
Support meeting preparation by gathering materials, consolidating information, and ensuring the VP is prepared for key discussions
Communicate with internal and external stakeholders on behalf of the VP as appropriate
Serve as a central point of coordination across teams to help maintain alignment on priorities, meetings, and deliverables
Build strong working relationships across the organization to facilitate effective communication and coordination
Operational & Administrative Support
Maintain organizational tools, trackers, files, and other documentation to support the VP and broader team
Assist with expense reporting, purchasing, budget tracking, and other administrative processes as needed
Support planning and coordination of team meetings, leadership sessions, events, and other business activities
Identify opportunities to improve administrative processes and overall efficiency
Provide support for special projects and other business priorities as needed
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
8+ years of executive administrative or related professional experience
Experience supporting senior leaders in a complex, fast-paced organization
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Teams
Demonstrated experience managing multiple priorities and coordinating across stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting VP-level or senior executives
Experience working within a large, matrixed organization
Experience coordinating complex calendars, executive travel, meetings, and events
Experience preparing executive-level presentations, reports, and meeting materials
Familiarity with the energy industry or other complex business environments
Key Skills
Exceptional organizational and time-management skills
Strong judgment and ability to anticipate executive needs
Ability to manage competing priorities with a high degree of independence
Strong written and verbal communication skills
High attention to detail and consistent follow-through
Strong interpersonal and stakeholder-management skills
Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced and evolving environment
Sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism when handling confidential or sensitive information
NRG Energy is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. To the extent permitted by law and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, employees are subject to periodic random drug testing, and post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing. EOE AA M/F/Protected Veteran Status/Disability. Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.
EEO is the Law Poster (The poster can be found at
Official description on file with Talent.
We support the use of AI tools to help you prepare for your interview (e.g., practicing responses, researching the role, or refining your resume). However, during interviews and assessments, we expect responses to reflect your own thinking, experience, and communication. Use of AI to generate or read answers in real time, complete assessments, or misrepresent your qualifications is not permitted and may impact your candidacy.
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