Trip Yang Strategies: Operations Assistant

Operations Assistant

Location: New York, NY • 15–20 hours per week • Hybrid Virtual/On-site

Reports To: Dir of Operations

About TYS

Trip Yang Strategies is a nationally recognized, MWBE-owned political consulting firm that helps candidates, organizations, and causes win in competitive environments. We offer full-service support in campaign and public affairs strategy, direct mail and digital ads, messaging and budget advising, political engagement, and voter contact, offering tailored solutions to help clients succeed.

About the Role

TYS is seeking a highly organized and proactive Operations Assistant to support senior leadership. This role requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, high-stakes environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage calendars, schedules, travel, and meeting logistics
• Serve as support contact for clients, partners, and internal teams
• Assist with drafting and editing emails, memos, and briefing materials
• Prepare meeting agendas, summaries, and research support as needed
• Maintain confidential documents and handle sensitive information
• Tracking, updating, and maintaining internal project tracking documentation
• Assist with event planning, presentations, and administrative operations

Qualifications

• 2+ years of executive assistant or political/legislative experience
• Strong writing, editing, and communication skills
• Highly organized, resourceful, and able to work in fast-paced settings
• Professional discretion with confidential information
• Proficiency with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and project management tools
• Preferred: Experience in political campaigns, consulting, government, or public affairs

What We Offer:

• The yearly rate for this position will start at $30k and will be based on experience and qualifications.
• Competitive pay
• Growth opportunities within a mission-driven political environment
• Exposure to high-level strategy and client-facing work
• A diverse, fast-paced, dynamic workplace where you will get to wear many hats and learn on the job.

We are committed to providing a working environment that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion. As an inclusive employer, TYS offers equal opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, gender identity, or any other impermissible criterion or circumstance.