Pernod Ricard

Administrative Assistant & Event Coordinator

Pernod Ricard$82K — $103K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years supporting senior management
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Experience in large meeting and event coordination preferred

Responsibilities

  • Perform general administrative duties including answering phones and preparing correspondence
  • Provide support for the Public Affairs team during travel and meetings
  • Manage the Vice President's schedule
  • Support company-wide PAC strategy implementation
  • Coordinate events for the Public Affairs team
  • Track the annual budget and manage office invoices
  • Oversee time-sensitive administrative projects in public affairs
  • Monitor legislative and administrative activities relevant to public affairs

Benefits

  • Inclusive and diverse company culture
  • Opportunities for professional development and career mobility
  • Commitment to sustainability and community engagement
  • Flexible work policy with hybrid work options
  • Supportive workplace promoting a sense of belonging
Full Job Description
Job Description Summary

This position will report to the Vice President, Public and National Affairs, providing administrative and operational support for Public Affairs. Responsibilities include preparing briefings, managing calendars, reconciling expenses, event management, and travel coordination. It will support internal/external projects, Sustainability & Responsibility initiatives, and Political Action Committee efforts. The role will assist leadership with daily tasks and broader projects.

Major Responsibilities
  • General administrative duties (e.g., answering phones, filing, preparing, and drafting correspondence, travel, managing office calendar, filing expense reports, office maintenance/supplies)
  • Provide general administrative support for the Public Affairs team, including during travel and meetings. This involves effectively offering executive assistance in various situations.
  • Manage the Vice President for Public & National Affairs schedule.
  • Support the implementation of company-wide PAC strategy.
  • Assist in the coordination and management of events for the Public Affairs team including fundraisers, meet & greets, off-site events (travel), and PRUSA PAC events.
  • Prepare and regularly track the annual budget under guidance by VP. Providing day-to-day management of office invoices.
  • Oversee time-sensitive administrative projects that align with public affairs goals ensuring seamless office operations.
  • When required, will track and monitor relevant State, Federal, Congressional, Administration activities such as legislation, executive actions, hearings, and events to provide support to Public Affairs team.
  • Streamline office projects and procedures, coordinate resources, and support public affairs activities


Required Qualification:
  • 5-7 years of previous experience supporting senior level management.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
  • Prior experience coordinating and planning large meetings and events is highly preferred.


What's in it for me?

Being part of an inclusive and diverse company where professional development and internal career mobility is front-and-center to our talent strategy. This means your career at Pernod Ricard has many possibilities. You'll be part of a culture that celebrates the rich diversity of our people across the globe and be part of our long-standing commitment to making exceptional products, giving back to our communities, and honoring our responsibility to preserve the environment.

When you join Pernod Ricard, you'll experience a workplace that is rich in heritage, driven by our iconic brands and a long-standing commitment to sustainability, safety, and giving back to the people and communities where we work. We know that happiness at work starts with that feeling of belonging you get from an inclusive culture where being uniquely you is celebrated. Our values are lived, they drive our behaviors, and it's what brings our culture to life.

Our work philosophy celebrates the magic of human connection with the flexibility needed to provide one's most meaningful contribution. We offer a flexible work policy, with most of our positions offering a 40% work-from-home hybrid option. As a global employer, we understand that not everyone's working hours are the same, and we empower our employees to work the hours that make the most sense for their and their team's schedules.

We offer employees great benefits and perks to toast to a life filled with support. Check out PRUSABenefits.com for details.

The salary range for this role, based in Washington, is $82,500.00 to $103,100.00. The range may vary if the role outside of this location. Base salaries are determined during our interview process, by assessing a candidate's experience, skills against internal peers and against the scope and responsibilities of the position.

Job Posting End Date:

Target Hire Date:
2026-09-07

About Pernod Ricard

Pernod Ricard is a French company that produces and sells alcoholic beverages. The company's products include spirits, wines, and champagnes. Pernod Ricard's brands include Absolut Vodka, Chivas Regal, Jameson Irish Whiskey, and Malibu. The company was founded in 1975 and is headquartered in Paris, France.
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Size
18,776 employees
Industry
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