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E-Town Marketing and Distributing
Executive Assistant to Leadership (Business Development, Finance, & Legal Focus)
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What they do
A Business Development Specialist identifies new business opportunities and clients for a company, identifies new products, services and lines of business, and develops marketing and sales strategies to help grow a company's business. Collects and manages data on sales and business processes, does market research, and stays informed of industry trends and dynamics. Builds customer relationships and partnerships. Reports to a Business Development Manager or Director.
$66,767 / year median in Kentucky
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Position Overview E-Town Marketing & Distributing is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership. This is not a traditional executive assistant role. Rather than managing calendars, answering phones, or handling email, you'll partner with leadership on strategic initiatives, business development, financial and legal projects, compliance, and organizational growth. We're looking for a highly analytical, business-minded professional with experience in business development, finance, banking, tax strategy, legal environments, accounting, or corporate operations. The ideal candidate is proactive, resourceful, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where critical thinking, sound judgment, and confidentiality are essential. Key Responsibilities Partner with executive leadership on strategic initiatives and business growth. Research business opportunities, acquisitions, partnerships, and operational improvements. Support financial planning, business structuring, tax-related initiatives, and executive decision-making. Coordinate with attorneys, accountants, financial institutions, consultants, vendors, and government agencies. Manage permits, licenses, corporate filings, renewals, and regulatory compliance. Draft executive reports, contracts, policies, procedures, and confidential business documents. Lead and coordinate high-priority projects while ensuring deadlines and objectives are achieved. Analyze business processes, identify risks, and recommend solutions that improve efficiency and profitability. Handle confidential financial, legal, and business information with professionalism and discretion. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Communications, Legal Studies, or a related field preferred. Experience in business development, banking, finance, accounting, tax, legal support, business consulting, or executive operations strongly preferred. Strong understanding of business operations, financial concepts, corporate structures, and regulatory compliance. Exceptional analytical, organizational, and communication skills. Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects independently. High level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion. Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary based on experience Health, Dental & Vision Insurance 401(k) with Company Match Paid Time Off Relocation Assistance (if applicable) If you're passionate about solving complex business challenges and want to play a key role in the success of a growing organization, we'd love to hear from you.