Business Coordinator

Job Description

Business Coordinator (Temporary)

The Job

WarnerMedia seeks a Business Coordinator for the CNN department. Are you a dynamic and proactive team player with excellent communication skills who thrives with change? Do you want to support clients in an exciting and ever-evolving department at the forefront of CNN? Are you able to prioritize while juggling ever-changing needs in a demanding environment? Then we want to hear from you!

The Business Coordinator provides key administrative support to CNN Digital staff and Executives, while also actively contributing as a member of the CNN Business Administration team.

The Daily

Provide a full range of administrative support to CNN Digital staff and multiple executives including, though not limited to:

Client Support

Serve as a multi-subject matter expert for client questions. Handle calendars, travel arrangements, and expenses for senior level employees. Schedule department meetings and conference room requests, coordinating with various departments to procure all necessary components. Work discreetly with senior leaders and outside visitors/guests. Procure and maintain records of laptop computers and mobile equipment and testing devices for client groups. Communicate with Facilities, Security and IT to resolve staff concerns and requests.

Expense Management

Assist clients in establishing Concur and AmEx accounts, provide first-level approval review and allocations for expense reports, and serve as a subject matter expert on expense training and company travel policies. Submit expense reports for executives. Responsible for processing and coding vendor payments in Ariba and obtaining necessary approvals. Work with vendor maintenance team on supplier profile updates. Field questions from vendors and clients regarding payment status.

Staff Onboarding

Procure equipment, schedule training classes, provide introduction to department policies, and train new employees on system applications and procedures. Work with hiring managers on required systems access. Prep workstations for new hires.
Obtain proper approvals and process onboarding for temporary employees and contractors. Assist with offboarding staff.

This position will serve as a backup to other BA team members, supporting clients and executives during vacation coverage.

The Essentials
• College degree preferred, or equivalent experience & training
• 5 years of strong business operations and administrative experience
• Proficiency in both iOS and Microsoft Office programs
• Well-versed in technology
• Experience in digital media, news, and/or entertainment industry preferred
• Experience supporting executives preferred
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task and manage priorities in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with a broad range of employees
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent client service and time management skills
• Team player mentality

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-roe493-18-223-106-100-42 in your application.