Executive Assistant at Corporate Office – Midlothian, Virginia

C&F Mortgage Corporation is hiring a dynamic, early-to-mid career professional to serve as a strategic assistant to our President & CEO. This is a rare opportunity to learn the full operation of a regional mortgage company, contribute to high-impact projects, and grow into a Chief of Staff-type role over time. If you're tech-savvy, organized, and eager to learn — and you thrive in a fast-paced environment — we want to meet you.

This individual will begin as a hands-on assistant to the President & CEO, supporting strategic initiatives, communications, and operations, while also assisting other management levels. Over time, the role is designed to evolve into a Chief of Staff-type position, offering exposure to all facets of our mortgage banking business.

• Provide direct support to the CEO and executive team on strategic projects and daily operations
• Assist in managing the CEO’s LinkedIn presence (content creation, engagement, network growth)
• Use AI tools like Microsoft Copilot or ChatGPT to enhance productivity and problem-solving
• Help track and drive progress on strategic initiatives and business goals
• Prepare presentations, reports, and meeting materials using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Attend meetings, take notes, and follow up on action items
• Learn the full scope of the mortgage business through self-directed exploration and project involvement
• Support recruiting efforts and internal communications
• Act as a liaison between executive leadership and other departments as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• 2–5 years of professional experience preferred; recent college graduates will be considered if they exhibit the required skill sets
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized, proactive, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Familiarity with LinkedIn and social media strategy
• Experience using AI tools like Copilot or ChatGPT
• Mortgage banking knowledge is a plus, but not required
• Comfortable working under pressure and managing multiple priorities
• Self-starter with a desire to grow into a strategic leadership role

Preferred Skills:

• Work management tools (e.g., Microsoft Office, Smartsheet, Zendesk)
• Familiarity in the mortgage industry is a plus.
• Exceptional communication skills with a commitment to privacy and confidentiality.

• Internal communications and culture-building initiatives
• Special projects across departments (e.g., marketing, operations, compliance)
• Data analysis and reporting for executive decision-making
• Event planning and coordination
• CRM or workflow optimization projects
• Competitive research and market insights

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