Senior Executive Administrative Assistant

Job Family
Administrative Services
About Us
At Transamerica, hard work, innovative thinking, and personal accountability are qualities we honor and reward. We understand the potential of leveraging the talents of a diverse workforce. We embrace an environment where employees enjoy a balance between their careers, families, communities, and personal interests.
Ultimately, we appreciate the uniqueness of a company where talented professionals work collaboratively in a positive environment — one focused on helping people look forward and plan for the best life possible while providing tools and solutions that make it easier to get there.
Who We Are
We believe everyone deserves to live their best life. More than a century ago, we were among the first financial services companies in America to serve everyday people from all walks of life.
Today, we’re part of an international holding company, with millions of customers and thousands of employees worldwide. Our insurance, retirement, and investment solutions help people make the most of what’s important to them.
We’re empowered by a vast agent network covering North America, with diversity to match. Together with our nonprofit research institute and foundation, we tune in, step up, and are a force for good — for our customers and the communities where we live, work, and play. United in our purpose, we help people create the financial freedom to live life on their terms.
What We Do
Transamerica is organized into three distinct businesses. These include 1) World Financial Group, including Transamerica Financial Advisors, 2) Protection Solutions and Savings & Investments, comprised of life insurance, annuities, employee benefits, retirement plans, and Transamerica Investment Solutions, and 3) Financial Assets, which includes legacy blocks of long term care, universal life, and variable and fixed annuities. These are supported by Transamerica Corporate, which includes Finance, People and Places, General Counsel, Risk, Internal Audit, Strategy and Development, and Corporate Affairs, which covers Communications, Brand, and Government and Policy Affairs.
Transamerica employs nearly 7,000 people. It’s part of Aegon, an integrated, diversified, international financial services group serving approximately 23.9 million customers worldwide.* For more information, visit transamerica.com.
Job Description Summary
This Senior Executive Administrative Assistant role provides dedicated support to the CFO and finance leadership team, managing complex calendars, travel, expenses, approvals, and executive coordination. The ideal candidate is a highly organized, proactive professional who can build strong relationships, collaborate across teams, and help keep finance operations running smoothly during a period of significant organizational change.
Job Description
Responsibilities
Prepares confidential correspondence, periodical reports, meeting notices, presentation materials and other documents in appropriate formats using word processing, spreadsheets, graphics, and/or desktop publishing software.
Compiles information and prepares special and complex one-time reports, summaries, or replies to inquires for variety of audiences and levels.
Acts as liaison between the Officer of the Company and various executives with employees of the Company, clients, and all interested outside parties.
Screens telephone calls, providing assistance and accurate information for routing non-routine calls.
Maintains calendars, schedule meetings and makes travel arrangements for top senior level executives.
Applies in-depth divisional knowledge to projects of small to medium scope.
Determines methods and procedures to be used in resolving the most complex inquiries and will make on-the-spot priority decisions.
Maintains confidential files of information of the most highly confidential nature.
Operates with substantial latitude for independent judgment and discretion.
Manage data privacy risks and ensure compliance with company policy regarding the processing of personal and/or other sensitive data.
Qualifications
High school education or equivalent.
Minimum of 5 years of experience with a high level of administrative experience, discretion and technical skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Associate’s degree preferred. Excellent time management skills.
Frequent demand to establish priorities and meet tight deadlines.
Advanced knowledge of company and organizational structure with respect to the division and departments.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Must possess a high level of analytical skills.
Working Conditions
Hybrid Office Environment
Compensation
The Salary for this position generally ranges between $65,000 - $85,000 annually. Please note that the salary range is a good faith estimate for this position and actual starting pay is determined by several factors including qualifications, experience, geography, work location designation (in-office, hybrid, remote) and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law.
Additionally, this position is typically eligible for an Annual Bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at the Company’s discretion.
Applicants must possess legal authorization to work for our company in the U.S. without the need for immigration, sponsorship or otherwise serving as an employer of record for immigration employment purposes. At this time, this role is not eligible for immigration-related employment authorization sponsorship.
This is a hybrid position requiring three days in office per week in one of our hub locations (Philadelphia, Cedar Rapids). Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position.
This job description is not a contract of employment nor for any specific job responsibilities. The Company may change, add to, remove, or revoke the terms of this job description at its discretion. Managers may assign other duties and responsibilities as needed. In the event an employee or applicant requests or requires an accommodation to perform job functions, the applicable HR Business Partner should be contacted to evaluate the accommodation request.
What We Offer
For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees.
Compensation Benefits
Competitive Pay
Bonus for Eligible Employees
Benefits Package
Pension Plan
401k Match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Disability Insurance
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Employee Discounts
Career Training & Development Opportunities
Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits
Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.
Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays).
Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars
Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted