Lauren Hofheins

Executive Assistant to the SVP of Product & Technology Transformation @Unum

Portland, ME, US

Provides high-level administrative support by conducting research, preparing statistical reports, handling information requests, proactively provide support and partnership to manager and performing routine administrative services for manager and staff. May also coordinate, train and mentor other administrative staff.Principal Duties and Responsibilities:•Proactively manages SVP\'s time, travel, and expenses. Understand what is going on in the organization in order to anticipate needs. •Act as liaison/represent manager with the Board, customers and others.•Manages internal and external communications from and through the manager’s office.•Provide data and information in preparation for meetings and to keeps SVP apprised of business issues. •Manage special projects as assigned, could include: coordinating projects, status updates, coordinating communications, as well as SharePoint/database management. •Partner with SVP on preparation of annual budget planning and preparation with ongoing tracking and forecasting review, and research of issues/discrepancies. Reach out to appropriate individuals to gather information that explains variances and issues. Make recommendations for resolution of issues. Authorize payments for various expenses for department.•Provides support to SVP at performance management, compensation and talent planning. Manage confidential information and know when and what to provide to direct reports. Understand timeline and ensure the manager is well prepared.•Serves as a resource for SVP\'s direct reports to ensure resolution of issues and effective, efficient use of managers’ time. This includes screening of phone calls, voicemail, correspondence, and other materials and requests directed to the manager’s attention.•Performs other duties as assigned.

University of Missouri-Columbia

Sports Venue Management, Hospitality Management