About The Company Centene Corporation is a diversified, national healthcare enterprise committed to transforming the health of communities through innovative and comprehensive healthcare solutions. With a mission to provide accessible, high-quality care, Centene serves over 28 million members across various states, focusing on underserved populations. The organization emphasizes a collaborative work environment, fostering diversity, inclusion, and continuous growth. Centene offers competitive benefits and a workplace culture that values flexibility, innovation, and dedication to improving health outcomes. As a leading provider of healthcare services, Centene strives to make a meaningful difference in people's lives by delivering personalized care and supporting community well-being.

About The Role We are seeking a highly organized and proactive executive assistant to support our Plan President and Senior Leadership team. This role is critical in streamlining administrative functions, managing schedules, coordinating meetings, and handling confidential information with discretion. The Executive Assistant will serve as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring that the leadership team can focus on strategic initiatives and decision-making. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, a strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently. This position requires residence in the Columbus, OH area, with the expectation to work in the office daily.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 5+ years of related administrative experience, with a solid understanding of office operations and procedures
• 2+ years of experience as an Executive Assistant preferred
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information discreetly
• Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability to changing priorities
• Experience coordinating meetings, events, and travel arrangements

Responsibilities

• Communicate and interpret administrative and operational policies and procedures to ensure smooth workflow
• Assist in preparing and coordinating records, statistics, and reports related to operations and projects
• Coordinate logistics for board meetings, programs, events, and conferences, including arranging facilities, catering, and speakers
• Prepare and manage correspondence, including letters, memoranda, and reports, both routine and advanced
• Manage and prioritize a wide variety of situations and conflicts involving administrative functions
• Handle confidential and time-sensitive materials with integrity and discretion
• Support the scheduling and calendar management for the leadership team, including arranging meetings and travel
• Assist in budget management for events and departmental activities
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support organizational goals
• Ensure compliance with all organisational policies and standards

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay range of $26.50 - $47.59
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage
• 401(k) and stock purchase plans
• Tuition reimbursement programs
• Paid time off and holidays
• Flexible work arrangements including remote, hybrid, field, or office schedules
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth

Equal Opportunity

Centene is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We value the unique perspectives and experiences of each individual and provide employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable laws, including the LA County Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.