Executive Assistant to Founder & CEO

Executive Assistant to Founder & CEO

New York City | Full-Time, In Office

$140,000–$165,000 Base + Bonus

A high-growth investment platform is seeking an Executive Assistant to support its Founder & CEO.

**You will be working alongside a team of EA's to support the CEO

This role is ideal for an experienced executive support professional who excels at managing complexity, building relationships, and creating structure in a fast-moving environment.

The successful candidate will become a trusted extension of the CEO, helping optimize time, prioritize competing demands, and ensure the smooth execution of daily business operations. This position sits at the center of the organization and offers significant exposure to senior leadership, investors, and key external stakeholders.

What You'll Do

• Serve as the primary manager of the CEO's calendar, ensuring priorities are aligned and time is allocated effectively
• Navigate a high volume of internal and external meetings while proactively resolving scheduling conflicts and shifting priorities
• Coordinate interactions with executives, investors, board members, clients, and strategic partners
• Partner closely with a collaborative executive support team to drive efficiency across the organization
• Prepare meeting materials, presentations, briefing documents, and other business communications
• Manage travel logistics, itineraries, expenses, and related administrative functions
• Track action items and assist with follow-up on key initiatives and projects
• Support both business-related and occasional personal requests with professionalism and discretion
• Act as a resourceful problem solver, identifying opportunities to improve processes and create efficiencies

What We're Looking For

• 5–10 years of experience supporting a Founder, CEO, President, Managing Partner, or other senior executive
• Experience within financial services, investment management, private equity, venture capital, hedge funds, or a similarly fast-paced environment
• Outstanding calendar management skills and the ability to think strategically about executive time
• Strong business judgment and decision-making capabilities
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills
• A proactive, adaptable, and highly resourceful approach
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
• Professional presence and a genuine interest in supporting senior leadership

The Right Fit

This role is best suited for someone who is:

• Relationship-driven and collaborative
• Naturally curious and eager to learn the business
• Comfortable operating in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment
• Detail-oriented without losing sight of the bigger picture
• Flexible, approachable, and willing to jump in wherever needed
• Looking for a long-term opportunity with meaningful growth potential

Why Join

• Partner directly with a highly respected Founder & CEO
• Join a rapidly expanding organization with significant momentum
• Work alongside an experienced and supportive executive operations team
• Gain exposure to senior decision-makers and strategic initiatives
• Collaborative, low-ego culture where employees are valued and empowered
• Beautiful Midtown Manhattan office
• Competitive compensation and bonus potential
• Comprehensive benefits package including fully paid medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement benefits, unlimited PTO, parental leave, and additional wellness perks

This is an opportunity to play a critical role within a growing organization while supporting a leader who values partnership, trust, and professional development.