Executive Assistant

We are seeking a highly professional, proactive Executive Assistant to support the Founder & Chairman of a fast-paced, high-growth environment. This role offers a rare opportunity to partner directly with a visionary leader and evolve into a true right hand, ultimately operating as a hybrid Executive Assistant / Chief of Staff.

The Executive Assistant will play a critical role in driving efficiency, organization, and communication, with immediate ownership over complex calendar management, inbox oversight, and travel coordination. This position is designed for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is eager to take on increasing levels of responsibility over time.

Responsibilitie

• sOwn and manage a high-volume, ever-changing calendar with precision and strategic foresight, prioritizing competing demands, aligning meetings with key business objectives, and ensuring the Founders time is leveraged as effectively as possible
• .Proactively manage and prioritize a heavy inbox, exercising strong judgment to triage communications, draft thoughtful and polished responses, and act on behalf of the Founder with accuracy and discretion
• .Coordinate complex domestic and international travel arrangements, including detailed itineraries, contingency planning, and real-time adjustments to ensure seamless execution
• .Serve as a gatekeeper and trusted thought partner, filtering requests, managing access, and making informed decisions that protect and optimize the Founders time and focus
• .Prepare for and, over time, attend meetings, ensuring the Founder is well-briefed, capturing key takeaways, and driving follow-ups and execution across internal and external stakeholders
• .Anticipate needs and solve problems before they arise, operating with a high level of autonomy, sound judgment, and a forward-thinking mindset
• .Partner closely with internal stakeholders and external contacts, building strong relationships while maintaining the highest level of professionalism, discretion, and responsiveness
• .Provide light personal support as needed, including select travel coordination and scheduling, with the same level of care, confidentiality, and attention to detail
• .Collaborate with the broader administrative team, including an Office Manager, to ensure seamless coverage, clear communication, and alignment across support functions

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Ideal Experien

• ceBachelors degree require
• d.46 years of experience supporting senior and/or C-level executive
• s.Private equity or a similarly fast-paced, high-performance environment preferre
• d.Highly proactive, energetic, and driven with a no task too small mindse
• t.Exceptional attention to detail and accurac
• y.Strong business judgment with the ability to prioritize effectivel
• y.Elevated communication standards and polished correspondence on behalf of the Founde
• r.Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with a high level of polis
• h.Comfortable managing competing priorities in a fast-moving environmen
• t.Trustworthy, discreet, and relationship-oriente
• d.Some after-hours availability may be required for urgent matters (e.g., travel changes
• ).Ability to operate as a true extension of the executive, proactive, responsive, and highly truste

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