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At **Corteva Agriscience** , you will help us grow what’s next. No matter what your role, you will be part of a team that is building the future of agriculture – solving the world’s food problems through innovation, technology, and putting people first. Corteva has an exciting opportunity for an **Administrative Assistant** to join our company at our **Johnston Iowa** location.

VISA Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.

This role will be on site at the Johnston Corteva location 3 days a week (T/W/TH) and can be remote (M/F).

What You’ll Do:

+ Manage complex calendars, schedule meetings and travel, and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to prevent conflicts.

+ Prepare agendas and ensure meeting materials are accurate and ready in advance.

+ Act as liaison between the VP and cross-functional teams to ensure smooth communication.

+ Arrange domestic and international travel, prepare detailed itineraries, and process expense reports.

+ Organize and facilitate in-person and virtual meetings; distribute actionable follow-ups.

+ Create and maintain presentations, reports, and spreadsheets; manage confidential files and records.

+ Assist with budget tracking and project documentation to support departmental goals.

+ Support special projects by gathering data, monitoring progress, and ensuring deadlines are met.

+ Filter requests and determine priorities requiring VP attention; manage competing priorities effectively.

+ Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams and external partners; represent leadership professionally.

+ Process data entry time and manage accounts receivable/payable for departmental operations.

Education:

You have your High School Diploma/GED.

What Skills You Need:

+ 2-5 years of experience as an administrative professional.

+ Proven ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.

+ Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, & Word).

+ Familiarity with project management principles, including development, implementation, and oversight of business projects and procedures.

+ Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

+ Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; adept at working under pressure.

+ Demonstrated ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.

+ Skilled in managing multiple tasks and competing priorities effectively.

+ Ability to lead initiatives and collaborate as part of a team.

+ Committed to maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information with discretion.

+ Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.

What Makes You Stand Out:

+ 6–10 years of experience as an administrative professional.

+ Associate degree: equivalent experience accepted.

Benefits – How We’ll Support You:

+ Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skills

+ Be part of a company with a higher purpose and contribute to making the world a better place

+ Health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment

+ Four weeks of paid time off and two weeks of well-being pay per year, plus paid holidays

+ Excellent parental leave which includes a minimum of 16 weeks for mother and father

+ Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program

+ Learn more about our total rewards package here - Corteva Benefits (https://hrportal.ehr.com/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=2Nre68t3vrs%3d&portalid=351)

+ Check out life at Corteva! www.linkedin.com/company/corteva/life

Are you a good match? Apply today! We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.

Corteva Agriscience is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embracing our differences to enrich lives, advance innovation, and boost company performance. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.

Corteva Agriscience™ is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to boldly embracing the power of inclusion, diversity, and equity to enrich the lives of our employees and strengthen the performance of our company, while advancing equity in agriculture. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. Discrimination, harassment and retaliation are inconsistent with our values and will not be tolerated. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit:Accessibility Page for Contact Information

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