Executive Administrative Assistant, DentaQuest

Kansas City, Missouri

Hartford, CT Office

Sun Life Wellesley

U.S. Employees (Remote)

U.S. Telecommuters

time type

Full time

DentaQuest manages dental and vision benefits for more than 33 million Americans. Our outcomes-based, cost-effective solutions are designed for Medicaid and CHIP, Medicare Advantage, small and large businesses, and individuals. With a focus on prevention and value, we aim to make quality care accessible to improve the oral health of all.

Job Description:

 Location: We support US flexible working arrangements in the contiguous 48 states.  

At Sun Life, we look for optimistic people who want to make life brighter for our Clients. We understand the value of diverse cultures, perspectives, and identities, and want you to bring your full and authentic self to work. Every day, you’ll be empowered and challenged by working with dynamic colleagues to find new and innovative ways to make Sun Life the best benefits company in America. 

The opportunity:

Sun Life is seeking an Executive Assistant to join our Commercial Dental & Vision team! In this role, you will support our Head of Commercial Dental & Vision. We are seeking a highly effective professional with administrative expertise to join our dynamic organization.

How you will contribute:

Professional problem solver

Dogged resourcefulness and a resolve to get things done.  Stays calm under pressure and is able to deliver when needed in time sensitive situations.

Tenacious prioritization that limits distractions and ensures the leader’s focus is on the most pressing and highest priority items.  Willing to push back and uses sound judgement to figure out what warrants attention, what should be delegated and what requests should be deferred.  

Impeccable organizational capabilities.  Practices strategic multi-tasking, ensuring various priorities are moving forward without sacrificing quality.

Communications Ninja

Top-notch verbal and writing skills with the ability to draft communications on behalf of the Head of Commercial Dental & Vision.  Knack for understanding and influencing others through written and verbal communications.  Serves as a spokesperson for the leader through polished emails, dynamic presentations, and effective interpersonal interactions. 

Technical savvy with strong proficiency in presentation technology and software. 

Analytical mindset that quickly sums up the situation, gathers the necessary info, asks the right questions and acts decisively. 

Networking prowess to build relationships at all levels across the company to understand the ins and outs of the business and bring that perspective to bear in making decisions.

Trusted confidant

Ironclad discretion in handling confidential information, navigates sensitive situations with professionalism, diplomacy and tact.  

Supernatural ability to anticipate needs, seeing in advance what is needed and planning accordingly. 

Self-confident with a sense of humor.  Practices optimism -  keeps things in perspective and understands the balance of being candid but kind.

What you will bring with you:

A minimum of 5 years of experience in an executive level support role

Strong consultation, communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with a wide range of individuals in different situations requiring tact, diplomacy, judgment, discretion and relationship building

Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced and constantly changing environment

Strong collaboration skills and ability to partner with others get to work done

Takes personal responsibility for delivering quality service

Energetic self-starter who is able to take initiative, work with limited supervision and has strong attention to detail

Identifies improvement ideas and readily implements new work processes and practices

Resourceful at problem solving

Ability to work well under pressure

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams), and the ability to quickly learn enterprise applications.

Knowledge of Service Now, Workday and Concur is a plus

Do you see yourself in this role even if you haven’t checked all the boxes above? We welcome all talented candidates and are committed to a culture that represents diversity in all forms. If you think you might thrive in this setting, we would love to hear from you. 

Life is brighter when you work at Sun Life 

Excellent benefits and wellness programs to support the three pillars of your well-being – mental, physical and financial – including generous vacation and sick time, market-leading paid family, parental and adoption leave, a partially-paid sabbatical program, medical plans, company paid life and AD&D insurance as well as disability programs and more  

Retirement and Stock Purchase programs to help build and enhance your future financial security including a 401(k) plan with an employer-paid match as well as an employer-funded retirement account   

A flexible work environment with a friendly, caring, collaborative and inclusive culture   

Great Place to Work® Certified in Canada and the U.S.   

Named as a “Top 10” employer by the Boston Globe&#39;s “Top Places to Work” two years running

Salary Range: $63,800 - $86,100

At our company, we are committed to pay transparency and equity. The salary range for this role is competitive nationwide, and we strive to ensure that compensation is fair and equitable. Your actual base salary will be determined based on your unique skills, qualifications, experience, education, and geographic location. In addition to your base salary, this position is eligible for a discretionary annual incentive award based on your individual performance as well as the overall performance of the business. We are dedicated to creating a work environment where everyone is rewarded for their contributions.

At Sun Life we strive to create a flexible work environment where our employees are empowered to do their best work. Several flexible work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.  

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