Executive Assistant to Leadership - Fintech Startup

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THE GIST:

Our client, an innovative & well-funded fintech startup, is looking for a sharp Executive Assistant to support its growing leadership team. This is a hands-on role with a broad scope, blending traditional executive support and operational coordination. The ideal candidate is resourceful, highly adaptable, and thrives in an environment where no two days are the same!

This is a fantastic opportunity for a resourceful, high-energy Executive Assistant who enjoys wearing multiple hats and wants to make a meaningful impact at a growing tech company building the future of fintech!

THE NITTY GRITTY:

• Provide hands-on administrative and operational support to the leadership team, helping maximize productivity and keep priorities on track.
• Proactively manage complex, ever-changing calendars across multiple stakeholders and time zones.
• Coordinate domestic and international travel, including flights, ground transportation, accommodations, and detailed itineraries.
• Prepare meeting materials, manage follow-ups, and ensure action items and projects continue moving forward.
• Coordinate internal and external meetings, team gatherings, and company events.
• Manage expenses, reimbursements, signatures, internal records, and other administrative processes with accuracy and efficiency.
• Partner with recruiting, fellow Executive Assistants, and hiring managers on interview scheduling and coordination.
• Take ownership of special projects, ad hoc requests, and opportunities to improve systems and workflows as the company scales.
• Anticipate needs, identify potential roadblocks, and proactively find solutions to keep the team running efficiently.

THE ESSENTIALS:

• 5+ years of experience supporting senior executives, ideally within fintech, high-growth tech startups, and/or venture capital
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Strong experience managing complex calendars, travel arrangements, meetings, and administrative workflows.
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to balance competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail, strong follow-through, and a solutions-oriented mindset.
• Excellent judgment, discretion, and integrity when handling confidential information
• A hands-on, team-first mentality with a willingness to jump in wherever needed.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity, adapting to shifting priorities, and taking initiative without waiting for direction.
• Curiosity about AI/emerging technology, and an interest in fintech, crypto, or blockchain!

THE CHERRY ON TOP:

• Gain a front-row seat to how a company grows, makes decisions, and operates at a senior level
• Join a company during their exciting upwards trajectory!

LOCATION: SoHo, NYC (Hybrid - 3 days onsite depending on executive needs)

COMPENSATION: $150k-175k base salary + equity + benefits (exact compensation will vary based on skills, experience, and expertise)

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*Compensation is aligned with experience, level, and role scope. Most offers fall within the mid-range, with the top of the band generally reserved for candidates with extensive, directly relevant backgrounds. Leveling is determined during the interview process