GILLIAN ANDERSON
Valley Stream,NY
Summary
Executive administrative professional supporting C-suite leaders and Board members across global media and financial services organizations. Manages complex calendars, confidential Board materials, executive communications, travel, event logistics, and cross-functional coordination with Finance, HR, Legal, Technology, Procurement, and other teams across multiple time zones.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Assistant to Senior Strategic Advisor, Paramount Office of the CEO
PARAMOUNT GLOBAL (formerly Viacom)
New York, NY
2023.01 - 2026.01
- Managed daily office operations, collaborating with President's office, Board of Directors, senior leadership, and Human Resources to ensure smooth function of executive activities.
- Managed complex executive calendars, meeting logistics, and shifting daily priorities.
- Coordinated travel and expense activities while handling confidential Board documentation with discretion and meticulous attention to detail.
- Prepared correspondence, reports, and Board- and earnings-related meeting materials to support executive decision-making.
- Organized executive events and guest visits, fostering strong relationships with senior leaders, Board members, external stakeholders, HR, Legal, and brand executives.
Executive Assistant to Chief Technology Officer
PARAMOUNT GLOBAL (formerly Viacom)
New York, NY
2021.01 - 2023.01
- Coordinated weekly architecture and engineering leadership meetings, optimizing focus time and reducing scheduling conflicts.
- Planned vendor evaluations, conference speaking engagements, and investor technical briefings.
- Tracked vendor proposals, legal review timelines, and contract milestones; maintained comprehensive reporting on partnerships and strategic commitments.
- Triaged incoming communications, escalated priority matters, and independently managed routine inquiries, ensuring alignment with established protocols.
Executive Assistant to Chief Transformation Officer, EVP of Strategic Planning & SVPs of Integration
PARAMOUNT GLOBAL (formerly Viacom)
New York, NY
2017.01 - 2021.01
- Facilitated daily operations across executive offices, enhancing strategic planning, organizational transformation, and enterprise-wide initiatives.
- Served as primary contact for Finance, HR, Legal, Technology, Procurement, Real Estate, and Content Operations, ensuring seamless communication and collaboration.
- Managed consultant onboarding and offboarding processes, securing necessary clearances and IT access for successful integration initiatives.
Executive Assistant to Chief Operating Officer, Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN)
PARAMOUNT GLOBAL (formerly Viacom)
New York, NY
2015.01 - 2017.01
- Managed executive calendars, meetings, and travel for Paramount Global leadership.
- Coordinated global meeting logistics across multiple time zones, ensuring seamless collaboration among colleagues in over 30 offices.
- Managed correspondence, phone screens, and confidential communications to maintain alignment across Viacom business teams.
- Facilitated communication and collaboration among Finance, HR, Legal, Research, Supply Chain, and multi-platform teams to support operational objectives.
- Prepared presentation materials, memos, and briefing documents using Microsoft Office.
Executive Assistant to EVP & General Manager, BET International / Paramount Channel
PARAMOUNT GLOBAL (formerly Viacom)
New York, NY
2012.01 - 2015.01
- Administered executive office functions, facilitating communication between President's office, senior leadership, and external organizations.
- Coordinated logistics for award events, ensuring seamless experiences for domestic and international talent and guests.
- Coordinated legal review and processing of vendor contracts, supporting timely execution and compliance.
Executive Assistant to Chief Credit Officer & Chief Economist
STANDARD & POOR'S
New York, NY
- Conducted outreach to financial institutions domestically and internationally to identify and develop business opportunities for Sovereign department leadership and analysts.
- Coordinated domestic and international travel and visa arrangements; facilitated international analysts training program with HR, handling accommodations and payroll matters effectively.
- Managed Analytical Policy Board materials to ensure compliance with SEC requirements while overseeing administrative office and reception operations to maintain smooth workflow.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Management
St. Joseph's University
New York, NYAssociate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies
Phoenix College
Phoenix, AZSkills
- C-suite and senior leadership support
- Executive calendar management
- Executive communications and reporting
- Board materials and documentation
- Travel coordination
- Expense reporting and Expense management
- Event logistics and guest management
- Vendor and contract management
- Project coordination
- Stakeholder relations
- Office operations and file management
- Business process support
- Microsoft 365 applications
- Zoom platform utilization
- Travel and event management tools
- Event management platforms
- SAP Ariba expertise
- Adobe Acrobat proficiency
- Legal Research
- Data Analysis
Personal Information
Title: SENIOR EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT | C-SUITE SUPPORT | OPERATIONS & COORDINATION
Timeline
Executive Assistant to Senior Strategic Advisor, Paramount Office of the CEO
PARAMOUNT GLOBAL (formerly Viacom)
2023.01 - 2026.01
Executive Assistant to Chief Technology Officer
PARAMOUNT GLOBAL (formerly Viacom)
2021.01 - 2023.01
Executive Assistant to Chief Transformation Officer, EVP of Strategic Planning & SVPs of Integration
PARAMOUNT GLOBAL (formerly Viacom)
2017.01 - 2021.01
Executive Assistant to Chief Operating Officer, Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN)
PARAMOUNT GLOBAL (formerly Viacom)
2015.01 - 2017.01
Executive Assistant to EVP & General Manager, BET International / Paramount Channel
PARAMOUNT GLOBAL (formerly Viacom)
2012.01 - 2015.01
Executive Assistant to Chief Credit Officer & Chief Economist
STANDARD & POOR'S
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Management
St. Joseph's University
Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies
Phoenix College