Executive Assistant to the CEO

Independent Insurance Agents of North Carolina, Inc. (IIANC)

Join an Amazing Team at IIANC!

Who We Are

Come be part of something awesome at the Independent Insurance Agents of North Carolina (IIANC)! We’re not just a professional industry association, we’re a passionate, forward-thinking team that supports independent insurance agencies across North Carolina. Our mission? Empower our members and foster a workplace where innovation, collaboration, and fun thrive.

We’ve built a culture that celebrates people. From staff kickball games to cheering on the Durham Bulls,

Carolina Hurricanes, or UNC football, Lunch/Learns, we’re big on connection and appreciation. Don’t just take our word for it, IIANC has been named the 2025 #1 Best Employer in the small company category, adding to multiple years at the top and five straight years recognized by Business North Carolina as one of the Best Employers in NC.

About the Role

The Executive Assistant serves as a strategic partner to the CEO and plays a critical role in helping the organization operate effectively. The successful candidate will help manage priorities, improve efficiency, coordinate communications, reduce organizational noise, and ensure that important initiatives continue moving forward.

Success in this role is measured by the ability to create efficiency, improve follow-through, protect executive time, and help the CEO focus on the highest value opportunities.

Perks & Benefits

Hybrid remote work opportunities + extremely flexible work week/days/hours

Competitive pay

Generous PTO

Fun staff appreciation events a LOT of them!

100% paid professional development

Office Casual dress code most days

On-site fitness equipment and Staff Tranquility Room

Job stability in a growing industry

Every other Friday off (with a compressed workweek option)

What You’ll Do

  • Executive Leadership Support: Manage CEO priorities, scheduling, travel, and key initiatives to ensure focus on strategic objectives
  • Communication & Coordination: Oversee executive communications, draft high-level materials, and ensure consistent follow-through across stakeholders
  • Operational Excellence: Support core business operations, reporting, and governance activities, including board and committee preparation
  • Process & Technology Optimization: Drive efficiency through improved systems, automation, and effective use of technology

What Qualifications You Bring

  • Experience
    • 5+ years supporting executives or other leadership positions
    • Proven ability to manage priorities independently in a fast-paced environment
    • Strong judgment handling confidential information
  • Technical & systems skills
    • Advanced proficiency in:
      • Microsoft Office (especially Excel, PowerPoint, MS Forms)
    • Experience with:
      • Calendar, travel coordination, project tracking systems, & scheduling tools (Outlook, Calendly, etc.)
  • AI & automation mindset
    • Comfortable using and experimenting with AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, or similar) to improve efficiency
    • Ability to leverage AI for drafting emails, summarizing information, and creating reports
    • Interest in identifying opportunities to automate repetitive tasks and streamline workflows
    • Quick learner of emerging technologies and digital tools

Location

Must be able to work from our Cary, NC office at least two day a week after training.

Ready to join an awesome team that embraces our core values of integrity, innovation, initiative, collaboration, professionalism, and responsiveness?

Apply now and let’s create something incredible together at IIANC!

This agency is independently owned and operated. Your application will go directly to the agency, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this agency. All inquiries about employment at this agency should be made directly to the agency location and not to the Independent Insurance Agents of North Carolina.

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