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Company Description

McDonalds is proud to be one of the most recognized brands in the world, with restaurants in over 100 countries that serve 70 million customers daily. As the global leader in the food service industry, our legacy of innovation and hard work continues to drive us.
From drive thru updates to delivery to mobile order and pay, we are innovating quickly and growing. Joining McDonald's means thinking big and preparing for a career that can have influence around the world.

At McDonalds, we see every day as a chance to create positive impact. We lead through our values centered on inclusivity, service, integrity, community and family. From support of Ronald McDonald House Charities to our Youth Opportunity project and sustainability initiatives, our values keep us dedicated to using our scale for good: good for our customers, people, industry and planet. We also offer a broad range of outstanding benefits including a sabbatical program, tuition assistance and flexible work arrangements - check them out here!

While most of us are working remote during COVID-19, we're excited to get back to our state-of-the-art headquarters in the booming West Loop of downtown Chicago! It's set up to be a global hub that cultivates collaboration:

* Take a class at Hamburger University
* Sample future items in our Test Kitchen
* Utilize the latest technology to connect with your team around the globe

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to the diversity of our crew members, staff, operators, and suppliers. We promote an inclusive work environment that creates feel-good moments for everyone. We are interested in people who enhance our company culture: Does this role interest you? We encourage you to apply even if you dont meet every single requirement!

Job Description
McDonalds is looking for a dynamic Administrative Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity to build upon your professional experience in a fast-paced and collaborative environment. You will be a critical team member and will perform a wide variety of specialized and administrative functions for four Senior Directors on our DEI team. The top candidate will possess strong organizational and communication skills and a proven track record getting results in a team environment and independently.

* Complete a broad variety of administrative tasks including managing a very active calendar of appointments; submitting expense reports; composing and preparing correspondence that is sometimes confidential; arranging complex and detailed travel plans, itineraries, and agendas; and compiling documents for travel-related meetings
* Responsible for completing and tracking external DEI surveys and external conference engagement
* Participate in the coordination and editing of communications for senior leaders and functions that align with and support the overall goals of the team and organization
* Work directly with departments to effectively communicate vital employee matters (i.e. employee transfers, recognitions, anniversaries) to appropriate audiences
* Researches, prioritizes, and follows up on incoming issues and concerns addressed to the VP, including those of a sensitive or confidential nature. Determines appropriate course of action, referral, or response
* Works independently on projects, from conception to completion, and must be able to work under pressure at times to handle a wide variety of activities and confidential matters with discretion
* Provide a bridge for smooth communication between the VPs office and internal departments; demonstrating leadership to maintain credibility, trust and support with senior management staff and others
* Track timelines and coordinate the completion of ongoing department projects
* Generate department related reports, coordination of team meetings
* May assist with on-boarding process

Qualifications
* Relevant administrative assistant experience, Bachelors degree preferred
* Executive support experience, including supporting C-level executives
* Experience planning meetings or events highly desirable
* Expert proficiency with Microsoft Office
* Strong communication, project management and critical thinking skills
* Able to maintain a high level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information
* Ability to complete a high volume of tasks and projects with little or no guidance
* Exceptional organizational skills and impeccable attention to detail with superior follow-through
* Aptitude to juggle multiple projects, switch gears at a moments notice and appropriately meet deadlines
* Strong attention to detail and ability to complete large volumes of work efficiently and effectively
* Must be proactive with a desire to stretch beyond the task list to support the team
* Ability to adapt to a constantly evolving business and work environment, across multiple time zones
* Professional, reliable, driven and results-oriented
* Must have diplomacy skills

Additional Information
McDonalds is committed to providing qualified individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to perform the essential functions of their jobs. Additionally, if you (or another applicant of whom you are aware) require assistance accessing or reading this job posting or otherwise seek assistance in the application process, please contact recruiting.supportteam@us.mcd.com

McDonalds provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), race, color, religion, ancestry or national origin, age, disability status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, protected military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Nothing in this job posting or description should be construed as an offer or guarantee of employment.