Executive Assistant II - Nuclear Corporate

Important Application Submission Information In order to ensure your application is successfully received before the job posting expires, please submit your application by 11:59 PM on Sunday, September 13, 2026 More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives. Build an exciting, rewarding career with us – help us make a difference for millions of people every day. Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits. Summary This is a stand-alone position who provides support to the Chief Nuclear Officer. Exercises confidentiality, tact and diplomacy. Uses business software applications (e.g., Microsoft Office products) to prepare correspondence, reports, presentations, agendas, minutes, etc.; may prepare responses to routine correspondence and inquiries. Receives, screens and directs incoming calls, visitors, mail and e-mail. Maintains files, records, calendars and diaries; typically arranges business travel, coordinates meeting arrangements, and tracks expenses. Completes work with a limited degree of supervision; serves in a non-exempt capacity. Responsibilities It is the responsibility of the Executive Assistant to proactively manage the time and support the work effectiveness of the senior leadership team. This position anticipates the needs of the executive(s) and based on knowledge of the leader’s mode of operation and individual preferences, coordinates, researches, compiles, and organizes any work necessary to meet those needs. Incumbents may exercise considerable judgment and discretion in the performance of their duties. This position requires a high degree of professionalism, confidentiality, organizational, time management skills, knowledge of the enterprise, verbal and written communication skills, and interpersonal skills. Specific duties are as follows: Screens calls for the executive(s) and responds to moderately complex inquiries from management employees or external sources. Communicates sensitive information to senior management or external sources, as appropriate. Coordinates with internal and external executive-level staff to accomplish moderately complex activities, such as scheduling, identifying outside speakers, and developing agendas or recreational programs for non-local group meetings or events. This may also include conducting research and compiling information for quarterly or annual reports, departmental projects or company task forces, where information must be gathered and compiled from a variety of sources. Receives general direction. Identifies needs and initiates administrative projects. Performs considerable coordination and follow-through. Sets priorities and procedures for accomplishing work and may delegate portions to others. Manages the electronic mail of the executive in their absence. Reviews incoming mail, makes decisions as to proper handling and prepares responses or delegates/manages responses by others. Maintains confidential records and reports. Collects, compiles and analyzes data from several sources of information. May request others to collect and calculate the data. Provides support in preparation for the executive's meetings. May coordinate the preparation or compilation of various meeting materials. Interfaces with subordinates of the executive to plan and coordinate materials. Coordinating senior leadership meetings with multiple level attendees, including information gathering, logistics, calendar coordination, day-of logistics, etc. Utilizes Microsoft Office Products at a high level of proficiency. Prepares and revises documents for use by executive management, e.g., Corporate Calendar. Prepares expense reports and reconciliation statements. Reviews and approves, within delegated parameters, expense reports of others. Coordinates travel arrangements, including international travel, and meeting preparations. Anticipates a variety of simple to complex needs and potential issues; ensures all needs are met and issues are proactively addressed. Maintains a consistently high level of availability to provide support to the executive(s) according to the executive's schedule. May require flexibility in work hours or locations. May require some travel. Maintains and demonstrates current knowledge of Duke Energy enterprise organization and business operations. Understands the work preferences and needs of the executive(s). Communicates effectively with other executives and their support staffs. Exercises excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrates the ability to work with employees at all levels within and outside the organization in a highly professional manner. Effectively handles a wide variety of telephone calls, mail, visitors and appointments to effectively manage the time of the executive. Prepares correspondence and written communications using a variety of excellent written communication skills. Basic / Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and 6 years of work-related experience or High School diploma/ GED and at least 10 plus years of related administrative support experience. Desired Qualifications: Previous experience supporting Nuclear Executives Experience gathering information and compiling materials for leadership and board meetings Experience booking international travel arrangements Coordinating meetings with ELT and SMC members Ability to manage confidential information with the highest integrity. Utilization of Microsoft Office Products at a high level of proficiency, including Outlook, specifically organizing and scheduling calendars for multiple executives; managing emails and demonstrated experienced user of Excel, Word, Power Point and Teams. Ability to research independently, multi-task, and meet deadlines under tight timeframes. Demonstrated ability to build working relationships with all levels of organization - inside and outside of Duke Energy Ability to work effectively in a work plan driven / team environment. Specific Information The incumbent will primarily be based in Charlotte but could require occasional travel to other sites. Hybrid Mobility Classification – Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees must live within a reasonable commute to their designated Duke Energy facility, not greater than 50 miles one way. Employees are expected to report to their assigned Duke Energy facility as required and directed by their manager, on average 3 full workdays per regular workweek. Travel Requirements 5-15% Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable) No Represented/Union Position No Visa Sponsored Position No. This is not a Visa Sponsored Position. This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future. Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications. Privacy Do Not Sell My Personal Information (CA) Terms of Use Accessibility