Executive Liaison Officer

At Syngenta, we believe every employee has a role to play in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. To support that challenge, the Syngenta Seeds team is currently seeking an Executive Liaison Officer.

Role Purpose: The Executive Liaison Officer serves as a strategic advisor and right-hand to the Head of Marketing.

Accountabilities:

• Strategic Advisement: Provide counsel to the Head of Marketing on a wide range of issues, including organizational strategy, business operations, and executive decision-making.
• Leadership Support: Act as a proxy for the Head of Marketing when necessary, representing the executive office in meetings and communications with internal and external stakeholders.
•  Project Management: Oversee and drive strategic projects from inception to completion,ensuring alignment with organizational goals and timely execution.
• Communication Facilitation: Ensure clear and effective communication between the executive office and other parts of the organization, as well as with external partners and stakeholders.
• Meeting and Agenda Management: Organize and prioritize critical issues and required information for the executive to facilitate efficient decision-making. Plan and coordinate executive-level meetings and ensure follow up on actionable items.
• Operational Oversight: Oversee the daily operations of the executive office, including managing staff and resources to ensure optimal performance.
• Performance Monitoring: Track and report on the progress of strategic initiatives, providing analysis and recommendations to enhance effectiveness.

Syngenta Seeds is one of the world’s largest developers and producers of seed for farmers, commercial growers, retailers and small seed companies. Syngenta seeds improve the quality and yields of crops. High-quality seeds ensure better and more productive crops, which is why farmers invest in them. Advanced seeds help mitigate risks such as disease and drought and allow farmers to grow food using less land, less water and fewer inputs.   

Syngenta Seeds brings farmers more vigorous, stronger, resistant plants, including innovative hybrid varieties and biotech crops that can thrive even in challenging growing conditions.  

Syngenta Seeds is headquartered in the United States. 

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree in Business Administration or related field preferred.
• Significant experience in a business management role, with a proven track record of effective leadership and strategic planning.
•  Exceptional organizational and project management skills, with the ability to lead complex projects and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with keen attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence at all levels of the organization.
• High degree of discretion and confidentiality, capable of handling sensitive information and situations with integrity.
• Adaptable and resilient, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Proficient in the use of modern office software, project management tools, and communication
  technologies.

Salary for this role is $137,900 to $256,100 per year.

What We Offer: 

• A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members. Offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs. 
• Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts your first day.  
• 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution. 
• Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits. 

Syngenta has been ranked as a top employer by Science Journal. 
Learn more about our team and our mission here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVCN_51GbNI 

Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. 

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