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Our purpose, to improve customers’ lives by making healthcare work better, is far from ordinary. And so are our employees. Working at Premera means you have the opportunity to drive real change by transforming healthcare.

To better serve our customers, we’re creating a culture that promotes employee growth, collaborative innovation, and inspired leadership. We are committed to creating an environment where employees can do their best work and where best-in-class talent comes, stays, and thrives! As a result of these efforts we are proud to share that Forbes ranked Premera among America’s 2023 Best Midsize Employers (https://www.forbes.com/lists/best-midsize-employers/?sh=58210f5e210f) and America's 2023 Best Employers By State (https://www.forbes.com/lists/best-employers-by-state/?sh=21c7c3d1983b) .

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As an Executive Assistant with our Employee Experience (HR) team, you are responsible for the professional execution of day-to-day operations and administrative functions for the EVP of Employee Experience. In this key role, you will embody the EVP’s brand and represent them throughout interactions with internal and external stakeholders. You will position them for success and efficiency by making thoughtful decisions on activities such as prioritization, presentations, and time management. You will interface with direct reports to ensure that work is delivered on time, to expected quality standards, and aligned to project goals. You play an essential role in the Executive and their team’s efforts to support Premera’s mission.

This is a hybrid position, wit h on average, 3 days a week onsite at our Mountlake T errace campus .

• Manage the effective flow of information between the EVP and key stakeholders to help ensure that key activities are completed, decisions are made, and work continues to move forward.

• Prepare the EVP for success by managing their time, ensuring easy access to requiredmaterials and information,and anticipating needs, challenges and solutions.

• Familiarize yourself with their preferred style and brand and ensure that communicationsand execution of work reflect their desired approach and impact.

• With a keen eye to detail, ensure that presentations and other documents are accurate, impactful and error-free.

• Ensure that the EVP is enabled to provide timely approvals on key items and, as delegated, provide approvals on their behalf.

• Continually build credibility with EVP through flawless execution of responsibilities, thoughtful anticipation of EVP’s needs and demonstrated ability to take on new and additional responsibilities.

• Be part of a teamwhosecollaborative process delivers something that is greater than the sum of its parts.

What you’ll bring

• 5years'experience as an Administrative Assistant or Executive Assistant supporting top level executives, senior managers, or groups of senior managers, at a minimum (required)

• Track record of successfully managing core EA work such as planning and coordinating meetings (from inception to completion), managing departmental budgetsand building presentations that turn data into effective stories

• Demonstrated examples of solving problems, and independent decision-making

• Experience in roles that require high levels of organization, planning, and prioritization

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite including PowerPoint

• Demonstrated experience with handling multiple responsibilities and managing competing priories that require meticulous attention to detail and adherenceto deadlines

• Proficient and impactful communication abilities (oral, written and presentation)

Please submit a thoughtful cover letter sharing 1) what is not on your resume but would make you a great candidate for this role and 2) why are you interested in joining Premera.

What we offer

• Medical, vision and dental coverage

• Life and disability insurance

• Retirement programs (401K employer match and pension plan)

• Wellness incentives, onsite services, a discount program and more

• Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate degrees

• Generous Paid Time Off to reenergize

• Free parking

Equal employment opportunity/affirmative action:

Premera is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Premera seeks to attract and retain the most qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

If you need an accommodation to apply online for positions at Premera, please contact Premera Human Resources via email at careers@premera.com or via phone at 425-918-4785.

Premera is hiring in the following states, with some limitations based on role or city: Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Washington, Wisconsin .

The pay for this role will vary based on a range of factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographic location, market conditions, and specific skills and experience.

National Salary Range:

$67,800.00 - $98,400.00

National Plus Salary Range:

$67,800.00 - $112,200.00

*National Plus salary range is used in higher cost of labor markets including Western Washington and Alaska .

At Premera, we make healthcare work better. By focusing on improving our customers’ experience purposefully and serving their needs passionately, we make the process easier, less costly, and more positive. Through empathy and advocacy, we change lives.

As the leading health plan in the Pacific Northwest, we provide comprehensive health benefits and services to more than 2 million customers, from individuals to Fortune 100 companies. Our services include innovative programs focused on health management, wellness, prevention, and patient safety. We deliver these programs through health, life, vision, dental, disability, and other related products and services.

Premera Blue Cross is headquartered in Mountlake Terrace, WA, with operations in Spokane and Anchorage. The company has operated in Washington since 1933 and in Alaska since 1952. With more than 80 years of experience in the region, we deliver innovation, choice, and expertise.